A Journey of Love, Advocacy, and Action
Josiah’s House Inc. was officially founded on June 9, 2008, but its roots began much earlier as a personal mission. When Founder Irene Jones’ son, Josiah, was diagnosed with autism, she sought a group home setting that could help him grow and thrive. Instead, what she found was a residential environment that offered minimal life skills development and limited social integration—ultimately proving unhelpful for Josiah’s progress.
A Mother’s Turning Point
Unwilling to accept inadequate care, Irene Jones made a life-changing decision: she resigned from her position as an RTA bus driver to personally care for her son. Her dedication to finding a better way forward for Josiah became the inspiration behind what would become Josiah’s House Inc.
Building Something Better
Motivated by a desire to not only support Josiah but also others like him, Ms. Jones began a journey of learning and preparation. She immersed herself in understanding how to support individuals across the autism spectrum and earned her Certification from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. With compassion, faith, and determination, she laid the foundation for Josiah’s House Inc.
Our Mission
At Josiah’s House Inc., we are providing a pathway to employment and community integration through training and real employment opportunities for individuals who are impacted by Autism and developmental disabilities. We are a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and our mission is to provide.
Pathways to Employment
Offering job readiness, pre-employment skills, and vocational training
Community Life Engagement
Supporting social and life skills through inclusive, real-world experiences
Purpose-Driven Support
Helping individuals grow in self-sufficiency, and become independent
Our Vision
To create a better everyday life for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism—where each individual is empowered to reach their full potential through the freedom of personal choice.
Let’s Make a Difference Together
Whether you’re a family member, potential partner, or someone who simply wants to learn more, we’d love to connect. Reach out to explore how you can support or benefit from our mission.
