Community Homes for Adults

What Community Homes for Adults does

Community Homes for Adults (CHAI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1983 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. It provides residential, host-home, and day-program services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across nine group homes in North Dallas and Richardson, serving 31 full-time residents, 20+ host-home clients, and 15 day-program participants. The organization supplements residential care with social and family-support offerings, including Club CHAI, CHAI Connects, and the Habima Theater program, and operates within a Dallas Jewish-community partner ecosystem of more than 20 affiliated organizations.

The business model is a hybrid of government-reimbursed Medicaid waiver services (Texas HCS and Texas Home Living), private-pay family tuition, charitable donations from 450+ annual donors, 200+ annual volunteers, and a draw from the CHAEF endowment fund. CHAEF contributed $650,000+ in FY2025, representing approximately 15% of overall income. The organization is led by CEO Lisa Brodsky, with Director of Programs and Services Candace Johnson, and governed by a board chaired by Linda Swartz (2026–2028) following the transition from outgoing Chair Ricki Shapiro. Staffing stands at 60 dedicated FTEs.

CHAI's competitive position rests on four decades of operating history in the North Texas IDD market, multi-decade residency tenure for several clients, regulatory licensure under Texas Medicaid waivers, and deep integration with the regional Jewish communal-services network. Expansion has historically been paced and organic, adding one home at a time (Levy 1987, Todd & Utay 1999, Bauer 2010, Yale House 2015) and layering new programs (Wolens Day Program, Club CHAI, CHAI Connects). No AI, proprietary technology platform, or digital product surface is evidenced in the operating model, which remains labor-intensive and relationship-driven.

Name

Community Homes for Adults

Legal name

Community Homes for Adults, Inc.

Website

https://chaidallas.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Community Homes for Adults (CHAI) is a Dallas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 1983, that operates nine group homes and day programs serving adults with intellectual disabilities. It is funded through Texas HCS/TxHmL waivers, private pay, donations, and the CHAEF endowment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Intellectual and Developmental Disability Support Services

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Needs Adult Day Programs (Developmental/Physical Disabilities, Seniors) (HLADAIAI)

Keywords

• Residential group homes
• Intellectual disability services
• Host home care
• Day habilitation programs
• Community living support

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (HCS/Texas Home Living): CHAI receives funding from Home and Community-based Services (HCS), a Medicaid waiver option, and Texas Home Living programs to provide residential and support services to adults with intellectual disabilities.
2. Private Pay: CHAI accepts private pay for all eligible services, providing an additional revenue stream for individuals not covered by government programs.
3. Endowment Income: The Community Homes for Adults Endowment Foundation (CHAEF) provided over $650,000 to CHAI's operating revenue in fiscal year 2025, representing 15% of overall income. The endowment has grown over 33 years.
4. Donations and Charitable Contributions: CHAI receives donations from over 450 annual donors, including tribute gifts, stock gifts, and planned giving through the Legacy Society.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CHAI provides residential group home services, host home and companion care, and day program services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in North Texas. The organization operates nine group homes across North Dallas and Richardson offering 24/7 to semi-independent support, plus the Wolens Day Program (ISS), host home placements, and socialization programs such as Club CHAI and Habima Theater.

Product overview

CHAI (Community Homes for Adults, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing residential and day program services for adults with intellectual disabilities in North Texas. The organization operates nine group homes offering personalized residential care with levels ranging from semi-independent to 24/7 support, complemented by the Wolens Day Program (ISS Program) for skill-building and socialization, Host Home services for family-based care settings, and Club CHAI for social activities. CHAI Connects provides family support and education, while Habima Theater offers artistic enrichment through collaborative musical performances.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wolens Day Program: Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS) Program funded by The Kalman and Ida Wolens Foundation, providing day program services for adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Club CHAI
• CHAI Connects

Products and services

• Residential Group Homes CHAI operates nine community homes in residential neighborhoods throughout North Dallas and Richardson, providing safe, supportive, fully integrated residential care for adults with intellectual disabilities. Each home offers personalized support and supervision from dedicated staff, with levels of care ranging from semi-independent living to 24/7 support.
• Wolens Day Program Services (ISS Program) The Wolens Day Program, also known as the Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS) Program, is an enhanced service model that replaced Day Habilitation. It supports participants in building skills, confidence, and community connections through life skills, activities of daily living, social engagement, community participation, and personal development. Funded by The Kalman and Ida Wolens Foundation.
• Host Home & Companion Care Services A residential support option where individuals with IDD in the HCS program live in private, home-like settings with designated caregivers (usually immediate family members), receiving personal support, daily living assistance, medication assistance under RN delegation, and transportation services.
• Club CHAI A social club open to adults with intellectual disabilities in the local area, offering quarterly opportunities for inclusion, support, and empowerment in a safe environment through activities like Dave & Buster's, movie nights, dances, and sporting events.
• CHAI Connects A family support program providing education, mentorship, and resources for navigating state agency requirements, Medicaid waiver navigation, guardianship, and social security. Quarterly meetings help families share obstacles and triumphs in the field of IDD.
• Habima Theater A theatrical program where CHAI residents join the Habima Theatre cast for musical performances, celebrating talent, community, and the joy of the arts. Tickets: Reserved Seats $15, General Admission $5.

Quantifiable outcome

• 31 residents live in 9 group homes with personalized support
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dallas MetrocarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDallas Metrocare provides services to adults with intellectual disabilities across DFW. CHAI collaborates with Metrocare to provide comprehensive care and residential options for shared clients.
• Lifepath Services of PlanocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLifepath Services of Plano serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Plano area. CHAI works with Lifepath to coordinate services and support for clients in the northern DFW region.
• My PossibilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMy Possibilities provides services for adults with intellectual disabilities. CHAI collaborates with this organization to create comprehensive care pathways and socialization opportunities.
• Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas (JFGD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas has long supported CHAI residents and ensures inclusive community participation regardless of religious background. The Federation coordinates volunteer activities and community engagement.
• Aaron Family Jewish Community Center (JCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe JCC provides fitness center facilities for CHAI's day program participants and hosts Habima Theater performances and other community events at the Zale Auditorium.
• Jewish Family Services of Greater Dallas (JFS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJFS provides social services and resources for CHAI residents and families. Many of CHAI's residents are Jewish, and JFS helps ensure inclusive access to community events and holiday services.
• Special Olympics TexascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCHAI residents participate in Special Olympics athletic programs, providing competitive sports opportunities and promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and community integration.
• Best Buddies in TexascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBest Buddies creates one-to-one friendships and integrated employment opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. CHAI residents participate in Best Buddies programs for social connection.
• Metrocrest Community ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMetrocrest Community Services provides community-based support services in the Metrocrest area. CHAI collaborates for resource sharing and coordinated care.
• Notre Dame STAR Adult ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNotre Dame School's STAR Adult Program serves adults with intellectual disabilities. CHAI coordinates with this program for shared socialization and educational opportunities.
• H.E.R.O.E.S.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerH.E.R.O.E.S. provides camp and recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. CHAI residents participate in H.E.R.O.E.S. camp activities.
• Special Skills AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial Skills Academy provides specialized services for adults with disabilities. CHAI collaborates for service coordination and skill development programs.
• Connecting Point of Park CitiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConnecting Point provides services and resources for individuals with disabilities in the Park Cities area. CHAI works together for community outreach and resource sharing.
• Private Providers Association of TexasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPPAT represents private providers of intellectual and developmental disability services in Texas. CHAI participates as a member for advocacy and industry collaboration.
• Plano Symphony OrchestraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlano Symphony Orchestra provides cultural and musical experiences. CHAI organizes outings for residents to enjoy live orchestral performances.
• Hugs Cafe, Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHugs Cafe provides vocational training and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. CHAI may refer residents for employment-related programs.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jewish Family Services of Greater Dallas: Partner organization providing social services to CHAI residents and families. Overlaps in case management, family support, and serving the Jewish community's IDD population in DFW.
• ServiceSource: Nonprofit providing residential, day, and employment services for people with disabilities. Comparable operating model with community-based residential and day programs.
• My Possibilities: Plano-based nonprofit serving adults with intellectual disabilities through day programs, vocational training, and socialization. Comparable target population with overlapping day-program and socialization offerings.
• Dallas Metrocare Services: A major DFW-area provider of intellectual and developmental disability services that CHAI explicitly partners with for client referrals. Comparable in mission and target population, though larger in scale and broader in service scope.
• The Arc US: National nonprofit advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including through local chapters providing residential and community-based services. Comparable mission and service model.
• Lifepath Services of Plano: North Texas provider serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, coordinating with CHAI for shared clients in the Plano region. Direct overlap in residential and day-program services.

Broad incumbents

• BrightSpring Health Services: Large, diversified home and community-based health services provider with IDD programs. Comparable business model in residential and day services but at much greater scale and broader service lines.
• Sevita Health (The MENTOR Network): One of the largest national providers of IDD and behavioral health residential and day services. Operates at significantly greater scale across many states, serving as a broad incumbent reference point for CHAI's market.
• Volunteers of America: Large national nonprofit with IDD, senior, and behavioral health programs including residential group homes and community supports. Comparable service mix at significantly greater scale.
• ResCare (now part of Sevita): National IDD and home-care services provider offering residential, day, and host-home models similar to CHAI. Provides a scaled benchmark for CHAI's service mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CHAIDallas
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/community-homes-for-adults-inc-chai-

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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