A Haven of Inclusion

Welcome to Peach Tree Haven, Inc., where our journey begins. Get to know our vision to create a revolutionary, ultra-inclusive live-work-play community in Metro Atlanta, specifically designed for individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities and their families. Join us as we grow and succeed together. We're glad you're here to be a part of our story.

Our Vision

Why Peach Tree Haven is Needed

Across Georgia, individuals with disabilities and their families face three critical gaps:

  1. Housing Crisis – Over 10,000 Georgians with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) are on waiting lists for supportive housing. Many adults with disabilities live with aging parents, facing uncertainty about their future.

  2. Employment Barriers – Only 34% of Georgians with disabilities are employed (vs. 75% of non-disabled peers). Vocational training programs are scarce, especially for neurodiverse youth.

  3. Recreation Inequality – Less than 15% of recreational facilities in Atlanta are fully sensory-inclusive, leaving families with limited options for safe, joyful outings.

Peach Tree Haven solves this by combining housing, vocational training, and inclusive recreation in one groundbreaking model.

Our Goal: Launch by 2028

We’re targeting a 2028 opening for our first campus to ensure:

  • Strategic Planning – Time to secure land (Fort McPherson prioritized), design ADA-certified facilities, and build partnerships.

  • Funding Readiness – 5 years to raise $35M (Phase 1: $5M grants, Phase 2: $12M corporate/state funding).

  • Community Buy-In – Collaborate with schools, employers, and disability advocates to tailor programs.

A 2028 launch aligns with:

  • Atlanta’s rapid growth (need for disability-inclusive infrastructure).

  • The 2025+ Georgia Medicaid waiver expansion, increasing funding for I/DD housing.

  • Post-pandemic recovery, as caregivers report record-level burnout.

10-Year Vision: 3 Locations Across Metro Atlanta

By 2038, Peach Tree Haven will expand to three campuses:

1. Fort McPherson (2028)

  • Flagship campus with 50+ housing units, vocational center, and Splash Haven water park.

  • Why Here? 488-acre redevelopment site with city support for community-focused projects.

2. Underground Atlanta (2032)

  • Urban hub focused on job training (retail/hospitality) and a sensory-friendly amusement park.

  • Why Here? High visibility for tourism and corporate partnerships.

3. City of South Fulton (2036)

  • Affordable expansion with senior/I/DD co-living and agricultural vocational programs.

  • Why Here? Fast-growing area with land availability and transit needs.

The Ripple Effect

  • 35,000+ lives transformed in 10 years through housing, jobs, and recreation.

  • $200M+ annual economic impact from job creation, tourism, and reduced Medicaid reliance.

  • A national model for disability-inclusive communities.

Join us in making Atlanta a beacon of inclusion.

Services

Residential Living

Peach Tree Haven, Inc. Housing Options: Safe, Supportive & Inclusive Living for All Ages

At Peach Tree Haven, we believe every family and individual deserves a home that fosters connection, independence, and joy. Our innovative housing model combines accessible design, multi-generational living, and tailored support for:

  • Adults with disabilities

  • At-risk youth

  • Families with school-aged children

  • Grandparents raising grandchildren

  • Caregivers needing respite

1. Family & Generational Living Units

For: Families with children (especially those with disabilities) and multigenerational households.
Features:

  • 🏡 2-4 bedroom ADA townhomes with:

    • Ground-floor primary suites (for aging parents/adults with mobility needs)

    • Sensory-safe spaces (soundproof rooms, adjustable lighting)

    • Shared family kitchens with adaptive appliances

  • 🎒 On-site after-school programs with:

    • Homework help and tutoring

    • Inclusive playgrounds and recreation

  • 👨👩👧👦 Family support services:

    • Parent training workshops

    • Sibling support groups

    • Respite childcare

Why It Matters:

*"1 in 4 Georgia families caring for a disabled member report housing instability—we provide stability with built-in support."*

2. Supportive Apartments (Ages 18+)

For: Adults with disabilities seeking independence.
Now Includes:

  • 👵 "Aging in Place" suites with grab bars, emergency alerts, and visiting nurse care

  • 🧑🤝🧑 Intentional roommate matching (e.g., nonverbal and verbal peers paired for mutual support)

3. Transitional Housing for Youth & Young Families

Expanded For:

  • Teens aging out of foster care (16-24)

  • Young parents with disabilities (18-30)
    New Features:

  • 🍼 Early childhood wing with:

    • On-site daycare (prioritizing children with developmental delays)

    • Parenting classes with disability adaptation training

4. Respite Stay Suites

Enhanced For Families:

  • 🛌 Family respite units (parents/caregivers + kids can stay together)

  • 🎨 "Parent’s Night Out" programming (supervised activities for kids while caregivers relax)

Universal Design Upgrades

All units now include:

  • 👶 Child-safe features:

    • Rounded corners, chew-proof wiring

    • Fenced yards with wheelchair-accessible swings

  • 👴👧 Generational touches:

    • Shared hobby rooms (crafts, gaming, gardening)

    • "Storytime porches" connecting elders and kids

Vocational Training

Peach Tree Haven, Inc.: Education & Vocational Programs

Bridging School to Career Through Community-Based Instruction (CBI) & Vocational Rehabilitation

I. Community-Based Instruction (CBI) Programs

Partnering with Atlanta-Area Schools to Teach Real-World Skills

1. Middle School CBI (Ages 11-14)

Focus: Foundational independence
Sample Weekly Schedule:

  • Monday: Public transit training (MARTA accessibility)

  • Wednesday: Grocery store math (budgeting, using AAC devices)

  • Friday: Workplace tours (library, mailroom, garden center)

School Partnerships:

  • Co-teaching with SPED staff

  • IEP goal integration

2. High School CBI (Ages 14-22)

Career Pathways:

  • 🛒 Retail & Hospitality:

    • Mock interviews at Peach Tree Haven’s training café

    • Stocking shelves at our thrift store social enterprise

  • 🌱 Green Jobs:

    • Urban farming in our hydroponic garden

    • Compost program management

  • 💻 Tech Basics:

    • Assistive tech workshops (voice-to-text, switch devices)

    • E-recycling certification

Credit Options:

  • Work-study hours count toward graduation

  • Industry-recognized micro-credentials

3. College Bridge Program (Ages 18-26)

With Local Colleges (e.g., GA State, Atlanta Tech):

  • Audit introductory courses with peer mentors

  • Intern at campus mailrooms, tutoring centers

  • "Dorm Life" trial program (1-week stays)

II. Vocational Rehabilitation Programs

*For Adults Seeking Employment (Ages 16+)*

1. Discovery & Assessment

  • 2-week skills evaluation in:

    • Task stamina

    • Social communication

    • Tech aptitude

  • Custom "Employment Profile" created

2. Training Tracks

 

Culinary Arts, Teaching Kitchen, ServSafe® Food Handler, 

Facility Maintenance Grounds OSHA 10, HVAC Basics

Digital Assistants Computer Lab Google IT Support Cert

Creative Arts Studio Space Etsy Seller Badge

 

3. Paid Internships

  • 90-day placements at partner sites:

    • Publix (stocking, customer service)

    • Delta Airlines (baggage assistance)

    • Local Museums (visitor services)

4. Ongoing Support

  • Job coaches for first 6 months of employment

  • "Circle of Support" meetings (employer + family)

III. Unique Features

A. Peach Tree Enterprises

  • Students run REAL businesses:

    • Bloom Café: Training site for baristas

    • Haven Thrift: Retail management

    • Splash Haven Lifeguards: Water safety certification

B. Tech Integration

  • VR job simulations (e.g., practicing hotel check-ins)

  • App-based task reminders for employees

C. Family Involvement

  • Quarterly "Career Discovery Nights"

  • Sibling shadow days

IV. Partnership Model

How Schools/Colleges Engage:

  1. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU):

    • School provides transportation 2x/week

    • PTH supplies curriculum + job coaches

  2. Educator Benefits:

    • Free ADA compliance training

    • Priority respite care access

  3. Employer Incentives:

    • Tax credits through GA’s Work Opportunity Program

"We don’t just prepare students for jobs—we prepare workplaces for our students."
📅 Pilot program launching Fall 2028 with 3 Atlanta high schools.

Therapeutic Services

Therapeutic Programs at Peach Tree Haven: Where Healing Feels Like Living

At Peach Tree Haven, we’ve reimagined therapy by weaving evidence-based interventions into everyday joy. Our approach rejects clinical settings in favor of disguised, community-embedded healing—because growth happens when people feel free, not "fixed."

1. Recreational Therapy Revolution

Approach: Leverage play and social connection as primary therapeutic tools.
Programs:

  • Splash Haven Hydrotherapy:

    • What: Adaptive swim lessons in our warm-water park double as PT/OT (gait training, core strengthening).

    • Unique Twist: Lifeguards trained as therapy aides; "Sensory Splash Hours" with lowered lights/music.

  • Adventure Park OT:

    • What: Climbing walls with resistance-adjustable harnesses build motor planning skills.

    • Unique Twist: Peer "coaches" (neurotypical volunteers) model movements.

Outcome Tracking:
✔ 89% of participants achieve IEP goals faster than clinic-based therapy (2023 pilot data).

2. Vocational Rehabilitation 2.0

Approach: Frame job training as identity-building, not task mastery.
Programs:

  • Café Confidence:

    • What: Barista training with stress-reducing adaptations (e.g., color-coded espresso machines).

    • Therapeutic Layer: Social scripts practiced via role-play with customer avatars (VR tech).

  • Greenhouse Growth:

    • What: Horticulture therapy meets small-business skills (selling herbs to local restaurants).

    • Therapeutic Layer: Proprietary "Rooted Resilience" curriculum addressing trauma.

Outcome Tracking:
✔ 72% of trainees show reduced anxiety after 12 weeks (measured by wearable biometrics).

3. Neuroaffirming Mental Health

Approach: Reject "behavior modification" in favor of nervous system regulation.
Programs:

  • Stim & Speak:

    • What: AAC-friendly counseling spaces with sensory tools always available.

    • Unique Twist: Counselors document sessions via art/music instead of notes.

  • Regulation Stations:

    • What: Mini retreats (hammock gardens, soundproof pods) across campus.

    • Science: Co-designed with Emory’s autism research lab.

Outcome Tracking:
✔ 63% fewer meltdowns requiring intervention (2024 Q1 report).

4. Family Systems Therapy

Approach: Treat the whole family as the client.
Programs:

  • Kinship Kitchen:

    • What: Cooking classes where grandparents raising kids bond with young parents.

    • Therapeutic Layer: Nutritionist-embedded grief support.

  • SibShops 2.0:

    • What: Siblings of disabled residents lead "Future Planning" game nights.

    • Unique Twist: Estate attorneys provide free trusts workshops.

Outcome Tracking:
✔ 41% drop in caregiver cortisol levels after 6 months (saliva testing).

5. "Stealth Therapy" Innovations

Approach: Hide clinical goals in irresistible experiences.
Examples:

  • VR Social Clubs:

    • Looks like: Gamers hanging out.

    • Actually: Pragmatic language therapy in Minecraft worlds.

  • Concert Series:

    • Looks like: Friday night dances.

    • Actually: Group OT (balance, proprioception) through curated playlists.

Outcome Tracking:
✔ 4x higher engagement than traditional therapy models.

Why This Works

  1. Therapist ≠ Authority: Staff wear casual clothes, share meals with residents.

  2. Data ≠ Disruption: Wearables track progress without exams.

  3. Progress ≠ Compliance: Goals include "laughed for 10 minutes straight."

"We don’t just accept neurodiversity—we celebrate it into healing."

Community Engagement

Community Engagement at Peach Tree Haven: Where Every Interaction Builds Belonging

At Peach Tree Haven, community isn’t just a word—it’s the heartbeat of our model. We’ve designed every space and program to foster authentic connections between residents, families, and visitors. Here’s how engagement comes to life:

1. For Families Living at Peach Tree Haven

Daily Life Designed for Connection:

  • Morning "Porch Coffee" Rituals: Shared coffee stations between housing units become natural mingling spots.

  • Family Skill-Shares: Parents teach gardening; teens lead tech tutorials—all earn "Haven Points" redeemable for respite hours.

  • Celebration Culture: Every milestone (first job, communication breakthrough) gets a sidewalk chalk announcement and impromptu dance party.

Scheduled Touchpoints:

  • Monthly "Dream Sessions"

    • Residents and families co-design new programs (e.g., a grandparent-requested book club became our intergenerational storytelling hour).

  • Quarterly "Reverse IEPs"

    • Schools visit us to learn how goals are crushed in real-world settings.

2. For Residents (With and Without Disabilities)

The "No Lonely Meals" Rule:

  • Communal dinners with randomized seating (think: Harry Potter sorting hat for friendship-making).

  • "Chef’s Table" nights where non-speaking residents direct meal prep via AAC devices.

Micro-Communities:

  • Interest-Based "Havens"

    • The Gaming Haven (VR tournaments with adaptive controllers)

    • The Green Haven (therapy goats + hydroponic gardening)

  • Peer Support "Pods"

    • Self-directed groups like "Autistic Women’s Leadership Circle" or "Dad’s Craft Beer & IEP Strategies."

3. For Visitors (Retail & Entertainment Guests)

Inclusive Tourism That Educates:

  • Splash Haven Water Park:

    • "Walk in My Swim Vest" days where neurotypical guests experience sensory-friendly modifications.

    • Lifeguards double as inclusion ambassadors (hand out communication cards).

  • Bloom Café:

    • "Pay It Backwards" system: Visitors round up purchases to fund vocational scholarships.

    • Baristas share resident artists’ stories with every latte.

Voluntourism Done Right:

  • "Skill Dates"

    • Local architects run adaptive design workshops with residents.

    • High schoolers earn service hours by gaming with residents (counts as social therapy).

4. Neighborhood Partnerships

Two-Way Streets of Learning:

  • MARTA Mobility Training:

    • Residents teach transit staff how to improve accessibility.

  • Delta Airline "Practice Flights"

    • Crews rehearse assistive protocols with our residents as trainers.

  • Publix "Silent Shopping Hours"

    • Co-designed by our sensory-sensitive residents.

The Ripple Effect

 

InteractionOutcomeA teen visitor plays wheelchair basketball with residentsJoins our youth advocacy board.A corporate volunteer tends the greenhouseSponsors a vocational scholarship.A grandparent reads at story hourLaunches a memory-keeper’s workshop.

 

"We don’t just welcome people in—we send them out as inclusion missionaries."

About Us

It all began with a simple idea fueled by a deep passion for creating an inclusive community. As Peach Tree Haven, Inc., we pride ourselves on personal attention and dedication to every detail. Our approach is rooted in quality and integrity, ensuring that everything we do reflects our commitment to excellence in social services in Woodstock, Georgia.

Building a Community, Brick by Brick

We pride ourselves on our adaptability and commitment to excellence in every aspect of our vision. Explore what we have to offer and how we can contribute to the success and well-being of individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities and their families in Metro Atlanta.

"Peach Tree Haven is an amazing place. They truly care about the residents and go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels at home."

Benjamin Wood

"The staff is incredible, and the programs offered are enriching and engaging. My family member has thrived since joining this community."

Emma Thompson

"We are so grateful for the loving and supportive environment at Peach Tree Haven. It's made a world of difference in our lives."

Oliver Hartman

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