adelfos
EMPOWERING, LOYAL & ACCOUNTABLE ADVOCATES
Adelfos comes from the Greek word 'brother'. We care for our clients in the
same way a protective older sibling would. Our goal is to empower each individual to reach his or her own potential.
Our logo represents the Gordian Knot from Greek mythology. The story goes that while marching his army through the city of Gordium, Alexander the Great came across an unsolvable knot. It was said that anyone who could untie it would become the ruler of all of Asia. Thinking outside the box, Alexander took his sword and cut through the knot. The prophecy was soon after realized. The Gordian Knot is now known as a bold and creative solution to an unsolvable problem. At Adelfos, we have learned that putting our client's needs first and using bold problem solving has allowed us to solve issues that many would think unsolvable. We know getting the right government services can be really confusing. We find ways to cut through all the mess and red tape in order to get you the best service possible.
MEET THE TEAM
Founder & Support Coordinator
JON YOUNG
Jon is the founder of Adelfos and is passionate about helping his clients reach their full potential. He loves helping people learn how to make informed choices. Jon worked as a caretaker for several years before moving over to support coordination and has over 10 years of experience working directly with people with disabilities. He received his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology from BYU and his Master's in Business Administration from UVU. He is a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) and a Certified Brain Injury Support Coordinator (ABISC). He lives in Eagle Mountain with his wife and four children, and enjoys playing music, watching BYU sports, and playing card games with friends.
Jon currently serves 44 clients from Ogden to St George and takes on clients on an as-needed basis.
Support Coordinator
MARISSA WADE
Marissa started working for Adelfos 3 years ago and has a love for advocating for her clients. She has over 8 years working in direct care with both a therapeutic and behavioral background. She is a graduate of BYU in Public Health. Marissa prides herself on being able to unite support teams and brings a strong sense of compassion to the job. She loves hiking and camping with her husband and 2 kids.
Marissa currently serves 15 clients in Salt Lake and Utah Counties.
Support Coordinator
HANNAH BOHN
Hannah has been working at Adelfos for almost 2 years now and has loved her time as a Support Coordinator. She loves developing relationships and being consistent in her clients' lives. Hannah worked as a caretaker for 4 years prior to becoming a support coordinator, as well as growing up with family and friends who have disabilities. She received her Bachelor's of Social Work from Utah Valley University. Hannah is from Payson and loves the farm life, baking sourdough bread, and spending time with family and friends.
Hannah currently serves 35 clients in Salt Lake, Utah and Wasatch County.
Support Coordinator
MICHELLE RIGGS
Michelle started with us in 2019, then took a short break to start a family. We are so excited to have her back on the team! Michelle has a strong passion for helping individuals with disabilities live meaningful, empowered lives. She approaches her work with patience, heart, and a genuine desire to advocate for each person's needs while helping them access the services and opportunities that will help them thrive. She received her Bachelor's in Human Development from BYU. Michelle enjoys music, photography, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids.
Michelle is currently taking on clients in Salt Lake and Utah counties.
HERE'S WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY
"WE'RE VERY PLEASED WITH THE HELP AND SUPPORT WE GET FROM ADELFOS. IT'S MAKING A BIG DIFFERENCE IN OUR LIVES."
"DSPD IS TOUGH TO NAVIGATE AND WE APPRECIATE YOU KEEPING US IN THE LOOP AND NOT ASSUMING WE ARE UP TO DATE OR AWARE OF OUR OPTIONS. YOU AND YOUR TEAM ARE GREAT PARTNERS."
"WE COULDN'T BE HAPPIER WITH OUR SUPPORT COORDINATOR. ADELFOS ALWAYS GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY WHEN IT COMES TO GIVING US THE SUPPORT WE NEED TO HELP OUR SON LIVE HIS BEST LIFE."
We surveyed our clients.
This is what they had to say:
When asked to what extent we help our clients to live in a self-empowered way, 100% gave us the highest possible rating.
The same results came when asked if we are actively working to ensure high quality care.
AVAILABLE SERVICES
Getting the right government services can be
really confusing. We help you navigate this process with
your family member's best interest in mind.
The first step to working with us is applying to the Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD). This is where we receive all of our funding to do the work we do. Below are common services they cover:
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Behavior Consultation
Budget Assistance
Chore Services
Cognitive Retraining
Companion Services
Day Supports
Environmental Adaptations
Financial Management Services
Personal Assistance Services
Personal Emergency Response System
Transportation
Residential
Respite
Supported Employment
Supported Living
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After applying and being deemed eligible, individuals can choose to receive their services through a private service provider, like us. We cannot provide services until this process has been completed through the DSPD website (see link below). If you need help navigating the application, or have any other concerns, we are more than happy to help.
Please contact us with any questions!
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or apply by phone with DSPD 1-844-275-3773
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