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Jacob's Village - Introduction to Blog

About Us

“What will happen to my child when I am gone?” This universal concern of parents with special-needs children is understood first-hand by the family of Andrew Guagenti, who founded Jacob's Village. Located in southwest Indiana and opened in 2004, the Village operates as a nonsectarian, private, not-for-profit residential community for adults with functional disabilities.

The vision for the Village has been inspired by people with special needs. There may come a time when the parents or siblings of those individuals can no longer provide for their care. Family members may reach a point when they must entrust their developmentally disabled loved ones’ nurturing to someone else...to someone who will walk alongside them on life's journey...to someone who will be as committed to their best interests as family would be.

Jacob's Village was established to provide families with just such a trusted partner. Our Village is designed to fulfill the wishes of caring grandparents, parents, and other caregivers all over the nation, by offering a quality choice for the continued support of developmentally disabled adults. The dream and prayer of Jacob’s Village is that everyone living here will enjoy a life rich in experiences and opportunities, in an environment shaped by Christian principles.

The staff-to-resident ratio here at the Village means our residents have the support system they need to lead lives filled with new opportunities and fun. Whether residents are learning tai chi, sharing picnics, going on outings to the zoo or to listen to musical groups, or participating in any other of an array of available activities, they are continually encouraged to expand their boundaries, to grow more self-sufficient and to live joyfully.

Through input provided by our residents and their families, our staff develops a Personal Development Plan for each resident. Those plans help us tailor the best programs possible to maximize the unique abilities, interests and goals of our residents. Thanks to the professional, caring staff we are blessed with, those who live here at Jacob’s Village benefit from an environment that fosters enjoyment, lifelong learning, independence and community involvement.

Jacob’s Village offers adults with special needs all the amenities of home as well as companionship, fun activities, and the support services needed to reach their full potential.

The Village sits on 132 acres of donated land, in a tranquil setting in southwest Indiana. Rolling hills, woods and landscaped areas create an appealing outdoor environment beautiful in all seasons. Our residents and their guests enjoy pleasant, quiet surroundings near downtown Evansville and close to a regional airport and major interstates.

Although walking trails and more landscaping are planned, our current grounds have already earned acclaim. In 2005, Jacob’s Village won first place among nonprofit facilities in Evansville’s annual citywide landscape-judging contest. The Village’s intention is to provide an attractive, inviting home for its residents. Obviously, our efforts toward achieving that objective are well underway!

Jacob’s Village is being established in phases. The initial segment of Phase I opened for occupancy in 2004, when we welcomed our first 5 residents. Currently our community includes 3 buildings, with more to follow as demand warrants and funding allows.

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