"A place for kinship, for community, for connection."

Star Community, Inc. was founded in 1970 and has been a leader in providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities since that time.

Residential services are at the core of the many programs offered by Star Community Inc. Begun as one home for a small number of children with special needs, Star has grown into a community of nine unique residences - all located in an idyllic countryside setting, offering safety, serenity and peace of mind.

Our philosophy is to provide an enabling environment that supports the maximum independence and self-respect of each individual. Star Community provides a full range of services and living options - from assisted living services to small group homes emphasizing independent living skills - all of which are characterized by family-like settings, and individualized 24 hour assistance. Individuals living in Star Residences contribute, as able, in every aspect of life at their home, from meal planning and preparation to cleaning and care of the home. Life has meaning, purpose and self direction.

As each home is equipped with its own vehicle, residents are always on the go. Bowling, shopping, church services, vacations . . . residents at Star Community are out and about and enjoying life. In addition, each member of Star Community is active in one of many program offerings, be it job training, day, retirement or social and leisure activities. It is our belief that enhancing associations between people with disabilities and others strengthens the community for all of us.

Our staff is creative, caring and highly competent - dedicated to supporting those we assist to be all that they can be. In addition to having prior experience in the field of special needs, our staff also receive extensive training. Star employs a full-time LPN and RN and Certified Nursing Assistants for those residents who require them.

 

The STAR Residences

Smith Farmhouse. This unique farmhouse provides a country setting overlooking Star Community's Pond. This residence offers private bedrooms for three individuals.

 


 

Parvilla offers wheelchair access throughout the living area, private bedrooms, some 3400 square feet on two levels, cathedral ceilings . . . front and rear porches and a balcony with one of the most spectacular views in the area.
Faith, our recently renovated assisted living facility accommodates the active lifestyles and interests of up to 12 individuals. It also houses the therapeutic swimming pool. Both private and semi-private bedrooms are provided.
Hope is rich in tradition, having served as the original residence for Star Community founders Richard and Audrey Tebbs. Wheelchair accessible, Hope is home to six individuals. A newly renovated garage now offers a family game room for these individuals to enjoy.

Star Farmhouse, a renovated 19th century structure featuring a country décor reflecting the rich heritage of the surroundings. This house is weelchair accessible and is home to four individuals.
Smithfield, a modern brick duplex features a private backyard area for barbecues, gardening, and other outdoor pleasures. Each house is aalso wheelchair accessible.
Trinity, one of our newest addition to the residences at Star offers wheelchair access and private bedrooms in a country setting overlooking beautiful Washington County. Trinity is home to three individuals.

Grace Apartment - The newest rennovation, an upstairs "apartment-like" setting which provides housing for 1-3 individuals with specialized programming and training for greater independence.