PTLive - Protected Tomorrows Special Needs Directory

Shepherds exists to glorify Jesus Christ by supporting people with developmental disabilities to reach their potential.It is our desire to be a pre-eminent provider of Christ-centered services for people with developmental disabilities in order to encourage them in a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and support them in reaching Appropriate Independence.

Access began in 1996 with a Sunday school class of four children diagnosed with various disabilities who were not able to attend a typical class. Since that time, God has blessed us to be able to serve hundreds of individuals and families impacted by disability across the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

Shepherds Ministries, a nationally recognized organization founded on Jeremiah 23:4, provides compassionate Christian care, vocational education and job opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities, helping them attain Appropriate Independence with fulfilling jobs and lives, while also providing for their spiritual development

Showing parents of special needs children the love of Jesus through a wide range of support services.