Skip Navigation HOME ABOUT US SERVICES RESOURCES EVENTS EMPLOYMENT CONTACT US Founded... In 1979, we opened Greystone House, the first group home in New York State for people living with Autism. Our groundbreaking program — through leadership of our founder and former executive director, Marc W. Kelley — was the first to provide residential support in a community environment. About Greystone Programs Greystone Programs, Inc. is a growing not-for-profit human services agency dedicated to supporting children, adults and families living with autism and other developmental disabilities, by enriching lives one person at a time. Established in 1979 by Marc W. Kelley, Greystone established the first privately run home in New York State for people living with autism. Today, Greystone offers services and life-enriching opportunities for more than 600 children, adults and families living with autism and developmental disabilities in the Hudson Valley. Greystone has grown tremendously since our beginning, now offering exceptional services and life-enriching opportunities in five counties for more than 600 children, adults, and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. Today, Greystone House is home to seven men who function within the range of severe to profound intellectual disabilities – it is just one of 16 homes Greystone now operates. Our services are available in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Ulster, and Columbia counties, and include programs in residential and non-residential settings. Greystone's Mission Greystone Programs remains committed to providing quality supports that meet the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. We welcome hearing from you (contact us) and encourage your financial support through private and corporate gifts. Please help us meet the challenges we face today, and in coming years, by making a tax-deductible contribution to Greystone Foundation. Your gift will support and create new opportunities for people of many different skill levels to experience the joy of self-worth through personal and group achievement. Greystone's Vision All people will lead the life they choose. Greystone's Values Greystone programs, Inc is dedicated to providing quality supports adhering to the values of: Respect How we think about and treat others. Integrity Doing the right thing in a reliable way. Honesty Telling the truth even if it does not benefit you. Diversity Appreciating Differing ideas and opinions. Compassion Demonstrating Kindness and a willing to help others. The founder Marc W. Kelley, earned a Bachelors Degree from Antioch College and a Masters Degree from Columbia University. In 1979 Marc started the non-profit Corporation GREYSTONE, Inc., the first community-based provider for individuals with autism in NY State. Greystone was partially funded with a Grant from the One to One Foundation, started by Geraldo Rivera. During his 20 years as CEO, Greystone grew to serve over 300 children and adults with autism, traumatic brain injury and other disabilities across 3 counties in NY. Get Involved Greystone Programs invites you to get involved with us. We hope you might apply to join our team of passionate, skilled employees or consider serving on our board of directors, dedicated to helping people with developmental disabilities. How to Participate: There are many ways to get involved with Greystone and to support our expressive arts and other life-enriching programs. From time to time we may need volunteers or community involvement to support Greystone initiatives. We invite you to help with: Letter writing campaigns Lobbying elected officials Speaking at public forums Participating in awareness-raising events Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for news about Greystone events and to stay on top of action alerts. Testimonials "Club Aspire provides and implements skills, happiness, and friendships each and every day. Kind, caring, guidance and direction for one's daily life skills and professionalism makes Greystone the place to be." Nancy Lucash Parent of Greystone Resident "We are so happy with the care our son receives...Thank you, thank you, thank you, for the work you do!" Celeste Taylor Rudberg Parent of Greystone Resident "Leslie has become a happy woman who loves her home, her staff, and her housemates. Because she is in the right place, it gives me peace of mind." Audrey Walker Parent of Greystone Resident "I love my staff, because they treat me with respect. They help me when I need it, and are always there for me - whatever I need. I'd be lost without them." Sylvia Thurber Greystone Resident & Honorary Board Member Greystone Programs Get in Touch: (845) 452-5772 ABOUT US LEADERSHIP OUR BLOG RESOURCES CONTACT FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TWITTER YOUTUBE KEEPING UP WITH GREYSTONE EMPLOYMENT PRESS RELEASES COVID-19 EVENTS PARENT RESOURCE GUIDES COPYRIGHT © 2021 · POWERED BY THRIVEHIVE