Question 1

What is Communities of Crocus?

Accepted Answer

Communities of Crocus is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing supportive housing with onsite wraparound services in a natural environment. It is an answer to the housing and services dilemma that plagues this unique and marginalized population and was created to answer the many lingering questions such as;
"Where will my special needs adult live when I am no longer able to care for them" 
"Why can't I have my own place"
"Why do I have to live so far from my family"
"Why do I have to live with someone I don't know and don't want to live with"
"Why do I have to move again"
"Why do I have to go places I don't want to go"
"Why aren't there more housing options for adults like me"

Question 2

Who will you provide housing for?

Accepted Answer

Our community is open to everyone, however, is specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities of varied needs.

Question 3

Why should I choose COC?

Accepted Answer

COC was started by two parents who realized that their children have unique needs that require a more supportive community environment that cannot be obtained through some of the current adult living models. The need for housing for adults with autism and IDD in the State of Wisconsin is significant, and COC is one of the great options.

Question 4

What is the COC model?

Accepted Answer

The COC model is designed to provide supportive homes of choice in an inclusive community environment where individuals can live as independently as possible. The COC model is driven by 7 guiding principles: Choice, Affordability, Well-Being, Community Inclusion, Quality Care, Independence, and Sustainability.

Question 5

Where will COC be located?

Accepted Answer

We have purchased land in Franklin, WI.

Question 6

When will COC be open?

Accepted Answer

TBD.

The Initial goal was to break ground in the Fall of 2026, however, due to unforeseen circumstances, our plans have changed, resulting in a delay.

Question 7

How can I support COC?

Accepted Answer

FINANCIALLY:
 Consider a financial donation that will change the lives of adults with autism and IDD by providing them a home within a supportive living community. Use Donate to make your contribution to changing lives.
 
VERBALLY: 
Spread the word, let others know what we are doing and personally commit to asking others to consider financially supporting us so we can bring the COC model to Wisconsin where housing like this is so desperately needed.

PRAYERFULLY: 
Pray for the COC mission and vision. Pray for the founders and board members who have earnestly begun this journey to create supportive homes of choice for adults with autism and IDD.  Pray for funding and land so that the dream and the hard work and planning around it becomes a reality.