Our Story
Our son, Shaun was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Like so many families, we were given very few answers - and one overwhelming uncertainty:
"What would his future look like as an adult?"
As he grew older, it became clear that independent living might not be possible. We began searching for safe, supportive housing. But, what we found was a system not built for families like ours - limited options, long waitlists, and no clear path forward. And, beneath it all, a quiet question so many parents carry:
"What happens when I'm no longer here?"
For years, we searched. Until one realization changed everything.
We are not alone.
And, if we are not alone...then perhaps the solution doesn't have to be built alone either.
Unity Communities was born from that truth. A new way to bring families, partners, and community together to create thoughtful housing and support for individauls with disablities.
Because no one should have to face the future alone.
And together...we can build something better.
Families are Facing a Growing Gap
Across the country, families are navigating a system that was never designed to support long-term, community-based living for individuals with disabilites.
Families are facing:
Limited Housing Options
Long Waitlists
Fragmented Services and Support Systems
Aging Caregivers without Clear Tansition Plans
This is not a future problem. It's happening now.
Unity Community Director, Danelle Magtibay was a recent guest on the Naturally Recovering Autism Podcast with Karen Thomas, C.S.T, C.M.T.
Housing, Support and Community for Individuals with Autism [Podcast Episode #247]
Help us understand what our community truly needs.
Unity Communities is exploring new approaches to housing and support for individuals with disabilities and their families—and we believe the people most affected should help shape what comes next.
This brief needs assessment gives individuals with disabilities, families, caregivers, and community members an opportunity to share their experiences, challenges, hopes, and ideas. We want to understand what is working, what isn't, what is missing, and what a truly supportive and meaningful home and community could look like.
Your voice will help us identify community priorities, demonstrate the need for new housing and support options, and guide the development of future programs and services. We are not coming to the community with all the answers. We are listening first, so that what we build reflects what people actually need and value.
Your experience matters. Your voice can help shape what we build together.
Click the button below to contribute to the Community Housing & Support Needs Assessment Survey
How We May Help
Unity Communties brings people together to create thoughtful, sustaiable housing solutions - designed with care, collaboration, and long-term support in mind.
Investor-Supported
Communities
Private investors develop accessible housing communities that serve individauls with disablities while generating a sustainable financial return through impact-driven investments. Unity Communities provides guidance and consultation on structure, operations, and mission alignment helping investors to navigate the complexities of the development process.
Donor-Funded
Communities
Philanthropic donors fund the creation of housing communities dedicated to individuals with disablities where rental income supports ongoing operations, maintenance, and long-term investments to ensure long-term sustainability. Because the initial development costs are covered, housing can remain more accessible and affordable for residents.
Family Collaborative
Communities
This model empowers families to work together to create housing solutions for their loved ones. Many families recognize the need for long-term planning, but lack the expertise. or organizational structure to bring a housing project into fruition. Unity Communities guide families through this process allowing families to gain greater control over planning their communities and shared support services.
Each model is designed to meet people where they are - while building something stronger, together.
Find Your Place in the Community
3. simple Paths:
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Families: Share your needs and explore what's possible
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Partners & Providers: Collaborate in supportive ecosystems
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Investors & Donors: Help bring these communities to life
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