COC in the Community
COC in the NEWS
Founder Amy Hansel says "right now, we are marching steadily toward Phase 1!"
The community will be completed in phases, with the first phase being broken down into (A) and (B).
A. Residences: CARE at CROCUS will include three Care Homes with four individual apartments in each. These homes will provide residences for individuals with autism and co-occurring disabilities and who have complex needs and require extensive support to live as independently as possible including up to 24/7 care. Plans for a future, fourth home will be decided on an as needed basis.
B. Services and Supports: The CENTRE at CARE will be for residents and others in the greater community with complex needs designed to provide opportunities that can enhance their quality of life in a natural setting. For example, some main focal points will be participating in daily living skills, functional life skills, leisure activities, social interaction, and health and wellness.
SPOTLIGHT
SENIOR ADVISOR
Quinncy McNeal
Quinncy champions startups, entrepreneurs, burgeoning businesses and pro bono clients in overlooked communities from coast to coast. Quinncy counsels overlooked minority companies and individuals across the nation, widening and streamlining legal options as they seek a foothold in the marketplace. Whether it is an individual entrepreneur protecting intellectual property as she forms a for-profit company, a neighborhood aiming to shape a non-profit organization for at-risk youth, or an existing group of businesses seeking growth through the use of available incentives and programs, Quinncy enjoys making connections, closing knowledge gaps and helping pro bono clients thrive. Quinncy is passionate about making connections that lead to positive change. He regularly encourages colleagues regarding the professional and personal rewards of handling pro bono casework. Quinncy also collaborates with non-profit advocacy groups including NAACP Houston, Texas Defender Service, Tahirih Justice Center, Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), the Innocence Project and others to identify how legal representation can help minorities. Prior to focusing his practice exclusively on pro bono matters, Quinncy regularly handled extensive complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, dispute resolution, compliance counsel and transactional matters, including a secondment to one of Japan’s leading companies. Additionally, before pursuing a legal career, Quinncy was a television journalist throughout the state of Texas and in Wisconsin. Colleagues and communities value that he uses his talents, experience, network and skill toward opening doors – one by one – for pro bono clients. - Quinncy McNeal, Pro Bono Counsel, Husch Blackwell
PARTNER
Built around the industries in which our clients operate, everything we do is designed to make it easy for clients to do business with our firm. Our Practices In Action From our comprehensive client onboarding to superior matter management, our tools and technologies are expertly tailored to each client’s objectives and individual preferences to produce optimal partnerships. Our approach isn’t just unique, it’s the real deal; we are the only firm to be recognized by both the CLOC LIO Project and ACC Value Champion award series for our ability to deliver legal solutions that cut spending, improve predictability and achieve better outcomes.
POTENTIAL RESIDENT
Morgan Brown
Meet Morgan — a vibrant, resilient young woman whose journey continues to inspire everyone who meets her. Morgan was formally diagnosed with a rare genetic condition called Pierpont syndrome on her 18th birthday. Pierpont syndrome is an extremely rare disorder classified as a multiple congenital anomaly syndrome. It is characterized by global developmental delays, learning disabilities, prolonged feeding challenges, and other complex medical and behavioral needs. Now 25 years old, Morgan functions cognitively at the level of an 18-month-old. She is non-verbal, ambulatory, and requires continuous care and one-on-one supervision to ensure her safety and well-being. Despite the challenges she faces daily, Morgan brings light to those around her with her strong spirit, unique personality, and quiet determination. For the past several years, Morgan has been receiving care at the Southern Wisconsin Center, where she is enrolled in the Intensive Treatment Program. This program is specifically designed to help stabilize individuals with complex behavioral needs through a structured environment that includes personalized behavioral and psychiatric care, medical trials, and therapeutic interventions. Here, Morgan has made significant strides — not just in managing behaviors, but in gaining small but meaningful skills that enhance her quality of life. However, this program is intended to be a temporary, transitional placement — not a permanent home. As Morgan nears the time to move on from this phase of care, her family faces a deeply personal and pressing question: Where can Morgan go next that will offer her not just care, but community? That’s where Communities of Crocus comes in. Communities of Crocus represents the kind of future that Morgan — and others like her — deserve. It is more than just a place to live. It is a home: a safe, supportive residential environment built around the needs of individuals with significant intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities. With thoughtfully designed accessible accommodations, on-site medical services, therapeutic supports, and 24/7 staffing, Crocus offers not only safety and supervision but a sense of belonging. Residents are not only cared for — they are seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. For Morgan, Communities of Crocus would mean stability, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive in a place where she is accepted unconditionally. For her family, it would mean peace of mind — knowing that Morgan is not just being cared for, but living a life filled with compassion, respect, and the opportunity to experience joy on her own terms. Morgan's story is one of persistence, hope, and the power of community. And with support from organizations like Communities of Crocus — and people like you — her next chapter can be one of continued growth and possibility. - Colleen and Josh Brown