Adelante is a Spanish word for forward and it describes our philosophy. For many years people with disabilities did not have the opportunity to make choices in their lives--where to work, where to live, or with whom to socialize. Adelante says move forward, set goals, and we will help you achieve them. To learn more about Adelante's history visit the agency history page.

Facts

• Adelante has provided services to New Mexicans with disabilities since 1978 and continues to work as a non-profit agency.
• We support nearly 700 people with disabilities in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Valencia Counties.
• Our staff consists of over 920 people who support and advocate for our participants. Over 350 of our employees are people with disabilities.
• We provide ongoing, intensive training programs that go above and beyond state requirements. Adelante Training Institute conducts training for our staff, employees of similar agencies statewide, self-advocates, parents, and individuals who work directly in support of people with severe disabilities.
• Adelante has also pursued quality standards which are more widely recognized in the business world. The agency received the Quality New Mexico Pinon Award for our commitment to using total quality concepts and principles. In 2002, the Adelante administration, day habilitation, and residential services were assessed by NSF-International Strategic Registrations and found to be in compliance with the standards of ISO 9001:2000. In 2003 Adelante Facilities Support Services followed suit and in 2004 Adelante Document Destruction Services achieved ISO. ISO is a series of quality management standards developed by the International Standards Organization. Very few companies in the social service industry have achieved this feat. To learn more about our quality programs visit the quality page.
• Adelante’s operating budget comes from Medicaid, state and federal grants, affirmative business revenues, and private contributions. Our website offers secure online donations, if you would like to contribute.