Helping people with developmental disabilities live life to the fullest
Since opening its doors in 1923, Hammer’s passion to provide quality services for adults and children with developmental disabilities has helped thousands experience life to its fullest. Founder Alvina Hammer believed that individuals with disabilities had the right to lead full lives in a loving atmosphere where they would feel secure and develop self-confidence. More than 85 years later, our mission remains true to Miss Hammer’s vision: we are a community of people who respect an individual’s abilities, whose collective spirit makes dreams come true and whose innovations continue to lead the way.
services
Residential - Our homes and apartment programs number 30+ and serve approximately 200 individuals throughout the western suburbs of the Twin Cities.
Children - We began our services for children over 80 years ago and today we still carry on that passion for providing this service.
in-home care - We work with the individual and their existing support team to develop a custom care plan including personalized annual outcomes and a health and safety plan.
case management - Our experienced case managers strive to work with individuals and their families to develop creative strategies to assist them in developing effective personal life plans.
Support Planning - We strive to work with individuals and their families to develop creative strategies to meet ongoing needs and desire.
additional services - Our additional services include: Supported Employment Services, Semi-Independent Living Skills and Personal Support Services.
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help us help others
Respecting abilities... reaching for opportunities… realizing dreams. For Hammer clients, employees, volunteers and donors, these aren’t just slogans: they are everyday realities.
For employees who want to make a real difference in people’s lives, we offer a caring yet professional workplace.
Volunteers are a vital part of the Hammer family. We offer many volunteer opportunities where our "everyday heroes" receive even more than they give.
Donor financial contributions touch the lives of Hammer clients every day. We are grateful to the many supporters who believe passionately in our mission.
Respecting Abilities. Reaching for Opportunities. Realizing Dreams.