About Us

Independent Group Home Living Program, Inc. [IGHL]

est. 1978

IGHL is a not-for-profit organization on Long Island that is dedicated to providing lifetime support and innovative services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our wide variety of dynamic services include Residential, Day Habilitation programs, Vocational Training and Employment programs.

From the first group home IGHL opened in 1978, our purpose has always been to provide the highest quality of care, supports, and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, so that they can realize their full potential, and become contributing members of their community.

A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT & CEO, WALTER W. STOCKTON

Walter W. Stockton shares the significant impact IGHL has for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Featured Programs

Residential Services

IGHL's residential services afford people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to live in community-based housing, while receiving the specialized care they require.

Day Habilitation Program

The day habilitation programs at IGHL offer structured and diverse services for individuals who have gone beyond a school program, but still require a structured therapeutic environment.

Smile Farms at IGHL

Smile Farms at IGHL is an employment opportunity that provides people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the chance to work and experience the satisfaction of receiving a paycheck.

Highlighted News

Students from Center Moriches School District's Student Leadership group joined IGHL for a fun-filled field day.

In May 2023, friends, family members, and staff all gathered at the Eastport Manor House to celebrate Marc Bornstein's life with the opening of the newest addition - Marc's Memorial Garden.

Independent Group Home Living Program, Inc., (IGHL) and Maryhaven, Inc., two proud affiliate agencies of the Kinexion Network received a $10,000 donation from the Tap Room of Patchogue.