2023 Year in Review from Executive Director Diana Flenard

MARC is in its 57th year of providing services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Keys.

MARC bases its services on each individual’s needs and life wishes. Every attempt is made to break through the “one-size-fits-all” method to offer an individualized lifestyle.  The foundation for this approach is based on the fundamental belief in the self-worth of every person.

It was another busy year at the agency.  We added new clients to both our Group Homes and Adult Day Training programs.  We kept everyone healthy and happy while pursuing their lifetime goals.  Some got jobs, joined clubs, went on cruises, participated in sports activities, or just enjoyed time with friends and family inside and outside of MARC.

We retired our Master Chef Classic for now and replaced it with March is for MARC. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and was established by President Reagan in 1987.  We have come a long way since then.

We have continued with our Tour de Keys 100 Mile Bike Ride and will be partnering with the Key West Mile Markers to make it even bigger and better.

We expanded our fundraisers such as our Pumpkin Patch, Christmas Tree Sale, and Decorated Christmas Tree and Wreath Auction, with more fundraisers to come next year.  

Our Plant Store and Thrift Store are thriving and support us when State and Federal dollars are lacking.

We look forward to the year ahead and what the future will bring.

Diana Flenard