Our Story

Adam's and Nyree's son, Nigel, was born in 2001 and diagnosed at age two with Level 3 (high-support needs) autism. He heavily relies on his caregivers and has limited communication.

After Nigel aged out of the school system, we discovered very few programs could welcome him. Those that tried often couldn’t continue once his behaviors became challenging. We were determined to create a place where Nigel could thrive. To that end, we moved to a rural property and began caring for chickens, ducks, geese, goats, and ponies. Working alongside these animals has given Nigel a sense of purpose and a chance to practice executive function and life skills.

Why We Exist

It soon became clear that Nigel’s experience is not unique. In our region, many families face the same lack of support and opportunity. We invited our closest friends, who share our values and passion, to join us in forming a nonprofit to open our doors to others like Nigel.

Our Name

“KIDD” stands for ‘kiddos’ who are adults with IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities). We chose “Forever” because adults like Nigel remain, in many ways, innocent and trusting. They often never fully grasp concepts like money or adult responsibilities. In our hearts, they will always be someone’s child, deserving of love, protection, and support.

Our Commitment

KIDD Forever is our lifelong promise. We aim to build an organization that endures beyond our own lifetimes. We want to offer lasting joy, growth, and community to individuals with IDD and their families for many generations to come. We hope our work will inspire others around the world to start similar initiatives.