FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick, accurate answers about Just Like Us, the planned Village and where the project stands today. If your question is not here, we would be glad to hear from you.
What is Just Like Us?
Just Like Us is a Colorado nonprofit corporation developing an integrated community model centered on adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supportive housing, meaningful employment, lifelong opportunity and belonging.
About Just Like UsWhere will the Just Like Us Village be located?
JLU is developing the Village concept for Eagle County, Colorado. A final site has not been publicly announced. Site control, financing, approvals and program needs will shape the final location and development plan.
About the VillageHow many homes will the Village have?
The current concept includes approximately 50 individual homes. The final unit count, resident mix and phasing remain subject to site, financing, approvals and program needs.
The current conceptWho will live in the Village?
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are the central charitable population. The Village is also envisioned to include qualifying essential workers as neighbors within an integrated residential model. Final eligibility and selection policies will be published before housing applications open.
Who we serveCan I apply for housing now?
No. JLU is not currently accepting housing applications or operating a resident waitlist. We encourage interested families and individuals to join project updates so they can receive accurate information when future processes are ready.
Join project updatesDo residents have to work for JLU?
No. Employment with JLU will not be a condition of residence. Depending on individual goals and available opportunities, residents may work with JLU, partner businesses, unrelated employers, pursue education or participate in other meaningful activities.
Meaningful work and enterpriseWill JLU serve people who do not live in the Village?
JLU's planned programs may serve Village residents and, when capacity permits, eligible adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live elsewhere. Housing eligibility and program participation are separate.
Programs and opportunitiesIs Just Like Us a 501(c)(3)?
JLU submitted Form 1023 to the IRS on September 28, 2026 requesting recognition under Section 501(c)(3) and classification as a publicly supported charity. The application is currently pending IRS determination.
Current federal tax statusHow can my organization partner with JLU?
Employers, municipalities, educators, nonprofits, public agencies, healthcare and disability-service organizations, recreation providers, businesses and professional advisers can use the Partner With Us inquiry form to begin a conversation.
Partner inquiry formHow can I help?
You can support the mission, explore a partnership, express volunteer interest, share professional expertise, or join project updates. Opportunities will expand as JLU's project and programs develop.
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