First of its kind in Sri Lanka! Estimated opening: End of 2027
Vision
Vision
An innovative community-based, long term housing for young adults with Autism or similar IDD's and their families, together with hospitality services to those interested in supporting the Community.
Mission
Creating meaningful and fulfilled lives for young adults with Autism or similar IDD's.
Principles & Values
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Acting with compassion and always treating people with dignity.
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Respect eachother's limitation.
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Dedicated to delivering excellence.
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Individuals are empowered through education and training facilitated by teamwork that values all members.
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Make everyone in the community feel welcome and included.
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Nurture high-value relationships between residents, families and support staff.
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Utilize autism-specific design, which addresses both safety and sensory issues.
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Provide access to productive enriching choices that suport a life with purpose.
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Creating not only a wonderful place to live in but also a wonderful place to work in.
Our Story
The Founders
In 2024, GreaterGood was founded when Desiree and Hiran Jayakody gathered a group of close friends, family, and other parents to discuss their concerns about the future of their adult children with Autism. The biggest challenge they were facing was the lack of facilities for young adults with Autism and similar IDD's in Sri Lanka. Desiree's son, Timothy, was born in Holland, which gave them the option to move to their motherland and find a suitable home for him. However, Desiree chose to stay in Sri Lanka, the motherland of her husband Hiran, and started planning her dream project - a community for young adults with autism and similar IDD's. She aimed to create a meaningful and successful life not only for her son but also for other young adults with Autism and similar IDD's in Sri Lanka. With a dedicated group of people, GreaterGood was born. The name was chosen because of its meaning and the reason behind the Community. "Greater Good" refers to benefits beyond an individual, often for society or the world. If someone does something "for the Greater Good," they are doing it to benefit others or the world.