Mary Lee Foundation

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Mary Lee Foundation Private, non-profit organization providing homes and specialized services to individuals with special needs.

The Mary Lee Foundation Provides the Following Programs and Services:

-Affordable/Low-income Housing
-Outpatient Rehabilitation Clinic
-Daybreak Activity Center for adults with disabilities
-Intermediate Care Facility for adults with intellectual disabilities or related conditions (ICF/IID)
-Home and Community Based Services(HCS) for for adults with intellectual disabilities and related conditions
-Texas Home Living (TxHL) for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
-Transitional Living for adults with developmental or mental health disorders
-Long-Term Care Services for adults with disabilities
-Case Management Services
-Food Pantry for residents

🎃👻 Spirit Week Is in Full Swing at the Mary Lee Foundation! 👻🎃The Halloween spirit is alive and well, and the FUN is in ...
10/26/2026

🎃👻 Spirit Week Is in Full Swing at the Mary Lee Foundation! 👻🎃

The Halloween spirit is alive and well, and the FUN is in full swing! 🧡 Our staff and clients are getting into the spirit, sharing laughs, showing off their creativity, and making fun memories together! 🕸️🦇

Stay tuned for more Halloween fun, including our Monster Bash! 🎉🎃

Join the fun!
10/23/2026

Join the fun!

🎉Please join us in celebrating Christin Banks as our Employee of the Month.  Her journey at the Mary Lee Foundation is a...
10/21/2026

🎉Please join us in celebrating Christin Banks as our Employee of the Month. Her journey at the Mary Lee Foundation is a wonderful example of dedication, perseverance, and professional growth!

Starting more than seven years ago as a Direct Care Professional while pursuing higher education, Christin has continued to grow both personally and professionally, recently earning her Master’s degree! 🎓

Today, Christin serves in a leadership role, making a meaningful difference through her compassion, problem-solving skills, and commitment to supporting both our residents and fellow team members. As a mentor and leader, she leads by example and helps others succeed every day.

Christin, thank you for your hard work, inspiring leadership, and the heart you bring to the Mary Lee Foundation. We are so proud to have you on our team! Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

🌟 Small acts. Big impact.Sometimes making a difference looks like showing up, lending a hand, sharing a smile, or simply...
10/19/2026

🌟 Small acts. Big impact.

Sometimes making a difference looks like showing up, lending a hand, sharing a smile, or simply reminding someone they matter.

At the Mary Lee Foundation, it's the people who give their time, share their talents, and open their hearts who help make our mission possible.

What's one small thing YOU can do today to make someone's day a little brighter? 💛

For 11 years, Laura has been part of the Mary Lee Foundation family. She may not always be the first person to speak up,...
10/17/2026

For 11 years, Laura has been part of the Mary Lee Foundation family. She may not always be the first person to speak up, but she has a gentle spirit and a special appreciation for the people and experiences that make Mary Lee feel like home.

Laura especially enjoys the events and activities at Daybreak. She says, “They are always fun and I have a good time.” Giving her and others opportunities to spend time together and make memories. One of her favorite memories is a trip to Six Flags, a day she still remembers fondly.

Someone who has made a meaningful difference in Laura’s life is Tameka Stidom, the Assistant Director of Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS). Laura shared that Tameka makes her feel included. “She always asks me how I’m doing, and that is really nice of her.” Sometimes, something as simple as asking someone how they are doing can make all the difference and for Laura, those moments of connection mean a lot.
Laura is also working toward becoming more responsible and has a goal for her future that may surprise you: she would love to learn how to drive! She already enjoys walking up and down Lamar, and she looks forward to the possibility of having even more independence someday.

Outside of Mary Lee, Laura enjoys working on her scrapbook, window shopping, and visiting coffee shops. She has spent 11 years growing, learning, building relationships, and creating memories here and we are so grateful that Laura is part of our Mary Lee Foundation family.

Laura’s story is a beautiful reminder that being included, being noticed, and simply having someone ask, “How are you doing?” can mean more than we realize.We are proud to walk alongside Laura as she continues to grow, dream, and look toward the future.

👻🎃 Things are brewing for a SPOOKTACULAR time at the Mary Lee Foundation! 🦇🕸️The last week of October is going to be ful...
10/14/2026

👻🎃 Things are brewing for a SPOOKTACULAR time at the Mary Lee Foundation! 🦇🕸️

The last week of October is going to be full of Halloween fun! 👀 Stay tuned for details about Spirit Week and our Monster Bash! 🎉

🎃 Start planning those costumes, bring on the spooky spirit, and get ready for some Halloween fun! We can’t wait to celebrate together! 🧡🖤

“Everyone has something special to offer the world. Sometimes, all it takes is the right opportunity for that greatness ...
10/12/2026

“Everyone has something special to offer the world. Sometimes, all it takes is the right opportunity for that greatness to shine.”

At the Mary Lee Foundation, we believe in seeing the abilities, celebrating the uniqueness, and encouraging the potential in every person we serve. Through opportunities for growth, independence, friendship, and community, we are helping adults with diverse needs discover all they can accomplish.

Together, we are making a difference. One life, one opportunity, and one smile at a time!

🚧 Big Things Are Happening at the Mary Lee Foundation! 🏗️Construction is moving forward, and the preparation and groundw...
10/09/2026

🚧 Big Things Are Happening at the Mary Lee Foundation! 🏗️

Construction is moving forward, and the preparation and groundwork are underway! We are so excited to see this vision becoming a reality through our partnership with Foundation Communities.

This project represents so much more than construction. It’s about creating a welcoming place where our clients and neighbors can live, grow, connect, and thrive. ❤️

We are grateful for this partnership and can’t wait to see what’s ahead as we continue building a stronger, more inclusive community together!

For more than seven years, Christin has been part of the Mary Lee Foundation family, building a meaningful career center...
10/07/2026

For more than seven years, Christin has been part of the Mary Lee Foundation family, building a meaningful career centered around service, advocacy, and helping others thrive.

Before joining Mary Lee, Christin worked with an Austin Public Health project helping individuals experiencing homelessness transition into stable housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. When that project ended, she knew she wanted to continue working in a field focused on serving others. That led her to the Mary Lee Foundation and as she says, “The rest is history!”

Today, Christin serves as a Case Manager, working alongside the people we serve to help them reach their goals, connect with resources, build independence, and improve their quality of life.

What she loves most about her career is knowing she has the opportunity to make a difference. “Watching someone overcome challenges, gain confidence, and accomplish goals is incredibly rewarding. Seeing a smile on someone's face after they've worked so hard reminds me why I chose this profession.”

One of Christin’s favorite memories was taking a group to the ballet. The clients were completely captivated by the dancers, and Christin was able to share that she was once a dancer herself. It became a special moment of connection and a memory she continues to treasure.

When asked what makes the Mary Lee Foundation special, Christin’s answer was simple: “Family.” She believes that compassion, love, support, and acceptance are what make Mary Lee feel like home.

Christin earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Psychology in May 2025 and continues to bring patience, empathy, and genuine compassion to everything she does.

There’s something special about seeing the heart of our mission firsthand. A tour of the Mary Lee Foundation gives you t...
10/05/2026

There’s something special about seeing the heart of our mission firsthand. A tour of the Mary Lee Foundation gives you the opportunity to meet the people we serve, learn about our programs, and see how we help adults with diverse needs build dignity, self-worth, skills, and meaningful connections within our community.

✨ Come see what we do.
💙 Meet the people who make it possible.
🙌 Experience the heart behind the mission.

Our next Making a Difference Tour is Thursday, October 8 at 10:00 AM.

We’d love to have you join us! Register here: https://www.maryleefoundation.org/making-a-difference/

Address

1339 Lamar Square Drive
Austin, TX
78704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15124426077

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