REDEFINING INCLUSIVITY
Main Street’s mission is to create dynamic opportunities through affordable, inclusive housing and community engagement so people of all abilities can live their best lives.
The Main Street Approach
Main Street has a unique philosophy of inclusion that we call “Bring Your Own Independence” or BYOI. Residents and members are encouraged to bring with them whatever and whomever they need to help them fully access and enjoy the benefits of Main Street living and programming.
Attend an Event
At Main Street, we believe in offering a wide variety of programs to pique everyone’s interests. Members engage in events in the following categories: culture, personal development, social, and wellness, as well as participate in member-led clubs.
Meet Our Members
More than anything else, Main Street is a community of people with powerful stories to tell. Learn about the story of Jillian and Scott Copeland and of other families who have joined the Main Street movement.
The Copeland Family’s Story
Main Street is the vision of Jillian and Scott Copeland whose son, Nicolas, has developmental disabilities. Nicolas, now 21, began having seizures at the age of 8 months. While his seizures are currently controlled, Nicolas’ [...]
Kaity’s Story
Kaitlin Taylor is a member of Main Street Connect along with her mother, Courtney and brother, Khary. Kaity regularly participates in Main Street programs but she also leads an art class that meets several [...]
Main Street in the News
Take a look at some of the buzz surrounding our innovative and inclusive community from The Washington Post and other media outlets. There is plenty to catch up on!
Thanks to Our Funders
Main Street has applied for and received grants from the following organizations. We are tremendously grateful to these organizations, and to all of our donors, for their generous support.
