Venture Together Celebrates 57 Years of Inclusion and Support
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NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- For 57 years, Venture Together, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing comprehensive support and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Rockland County, New York, has been at the forefront of inclusive community engagement. Founded by families seeking better opportunities for their loved ones, Venture Together has grown from a grassroots effort to a robust network of community-based programs and services.
Today, Venture Together supports individuals throughout their lives through a wide range of services, including residential services, day and community habilitation, employment services, Camp Venture, therapeutic equestrian programs, and recreational activities. The organization's mission is to build lives rooted in choice, connection, and opportunity, ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can participate fully in their communities.
A new short-form video, featured on All Access with Andy Garcia, an educational program distributed to Public Television stations throughout the United States, highlights the people, programs, and everyday moments that demonstrate meaningful inclusion in practice. The video takes viewers inside Venture Together's community, showcasing the programs that help individuals develop skills and pursue greater independence, as well as the recreational experiences, employment opportunities, and community-based residences that serve as home.
Celia Solomita, CEO of Venture Together, expressed the organization's commitment to breaking down barriers and changing perceptions.
The video, which brings viewers into the heart of Venture Together's operations, reflects the organization's vision of creating opportunities for individuals to participate in their communities in ways that reflect their individual goals, interests, and abilities. Venture Together's programs are designed to foster independence, dignity, inclusion, and meaningful participation, ensuring that every individual has the chance to thrive.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Venture Together relies on the support of the community to continue its mission. The organization invites media members interested in covering its work or the issues affecting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to request access to the finished video and available B-roll.
With its long-standing legacy of inclusion and opportunity, Venture Together, Inc., stands as a beacon of hope and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Through its comprehensive network of services and programs, the organization continues to make a significant impact on the lives of those it serves, fostering a more inclusive and understanding community.