At Central Arkansas Disability Services, Inc. (CADS), our work begins with a simple belief: every person deserves the chance to live a life filled with dignity, purpose, and possibility. For youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, that opportunity can change everything—not only for the individual, but for their families, caregivers, and the communities that surround them.
Our mission is to empower individuals through person-centered services that support full inclusion at home, in the community, and in the workplace. We are guided by our vision of creating meaningful access to services that inspire growth, elevate freedom of choice, and give every person the chance to shape their own future.
At CADS, we live by the 4 Cs:
Compassion—meeting every individual with kindness and empathy.
Character—acting with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
Collaboration—working together with families, communities, and partners to build stronger support systems.
Creativity—innovating and finding new solutions that help individuals live fuller, richer lives.
Our Board of Directors, CEO, and leadership team are deeply committed to ensuring that each person we serve is treated with respect, provided with opportunities, and supported in ways that honor their unique strengths and challenges. We believe that everyone deserves the right to participate fully in their community. We believe that employment is more than a job—it is pride, purpose, and connection. And we believe that every life becomes richer when differences are embraced.
Today, however, we are facing a critical moment. Funding cuts and the recent shutdown have created intense financial strain for many nonprofits, and CADS is no exception. These challenges threaten the stability of essential services that children, adults, and families depend on each day.
We are asking for your support to help us continue this vital work.
Your donation—no matter the size—helps us protect and strengthen the services that empower individuals to live independently, pursue their goals, discover their abilities, and experience the fullness of community life. Your generosity helps ensure that no one is left without the care, guidance, and opportunities they deserve.
When you give to CADS, you are giving hope. You are giving dignity. You are giving someone the chance to live without limits.
Thank you for believing in our mission and standing with us during this critical time. Together, we can continue creating communities where every person has the opportunity to live, grow, and thrive.