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The duplex would have four bedrooms on each side, aiming to provide around-the-clock caregiver support for up to eight adults.
BOARDMAN Members of Dylan’s House were on the site of a groundbreaking for a new duplex planned to house adults with autism.
The duplex would have four bedrooms on each side, aiming to provide around-the-clock caregiver support for up to eight adults.
The project was made possible by several community partners, including:
- Sam and Donna Boak, who donated the land
- Ramunno Builders, the project’s general contractor
- Purple Cat, which will staff and manage the home
- Trisha How of the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of the Valley, who named the home its 2026 “Project of the Year”
Pictured below are the community partners, shown from left to right, as Anderson Shope, Amy Shope, Kevin Shope, Donna Boak, Sam Boak, Trisha Howe and Mark Rammuno.
Kevin Shope, President and Co-Founder of Dylan’s House, indicates that the organization’s first-of-its-kind duplex would fill a gap for families looking for long-term care options.
“Families like ours spend years wondering what comes next when their children on the spectrum grow up,” said Kevin.
Kevin continued,” We built Dylan’s House to help answer that question. This home will give adults with autism a place to live with dignity, independence and care, while giving parents peace of mind knowing their loved ones are supported.”
Amy Shope, Co-Founder and Vice President of Dylan’s House, told 21 News that the $650,000 project aims to allow adults with autism to live an independent life.
“The idea is that they will live like you or I live in their own home, but they will also have some community involved with shared space in the backyard where they can hang out,” said Amy Shope.
The project is planned to take six to eight months to complete.
The organization is continuing to raise money for furniture, equipment and other operational needs.
Additionally, Dylan’s House is looking for volunteers to help with landscaping and prepare the home for occupancy.
