Support for a full life, at home, at work and in the community.
Target Community & Educational Services empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full, productive lives.
Not sure where to begin? Call us at 410-848-9090.



Westminster · Gaithersburg
Find the right support.
Seven programs, each built around the person. Explore what fits, and our team will help you take the next step.
What are you looking for?


Meaningful Day
Hands-on learning, life skills, art, cooking and community projects.
Explore Meaningful Day
Employment Services
Career exploration, job training, placement and on-the-job coaching.
Explore Employment Services
Personal Supports
Flexible one-on-one and small-group support for people living at home or with family.
Explore Personal Supports
DORS Job Services
Job exploration, work readiness and job coaching for eligible students ages 14–21 and adults 22 and older.
Explore DORS Job Services
Autism Waiver Services
Service coordination and individualized plans through Maryland’s Autism Waiver.
Explore Autism Waiver Services
Post-Secondary Programs
Transition programs with Carroll County Public Schools that build living and job skills.
Explore Post-Secondary Programs
Supporting service
Transportation
Rides to programs, community activities and appointments for participants.
Explore Transportation
Getting started
New to Target?
We’ll walk you through services and how to apply.
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Forms & links
Resources & documents
Program surveys, feedback forms, policies and links to Maryland agencies.
Explore Resources & documentsA home. A meaningful day. A job. A community.
Behind every program is a person with their own goals. Meet the participants, families and staff who make Target Community what it is.


Help build a home for life.
We broke ground on October 26, 2026, on a new home in Westminster for four adults we support. Your gift helps make it a place to belong for years to come.
Give to A Home for LifeBuild a career that matters.
Target–McDaniel Graduate Program
Earn a Master’s in Human Services Management through our partnership with McDaniel College while living and working as a Community Living Manager in a Target home or apartment.
- 2 years · 30 credits
- Tuition included
- Stipend
- Room & board
- Health benefits
Work at Target
Bring your purpose to work. Explore open positions supporting people at home, at work and in the community.
Students: explore internships
There’s a place for you here, too.
Hire a participant
Build a more inclusive workplace with support from our employment team.
Partner with usSponsor an event
Put your name behind our gala, golf tournament and community events.
Become a sponsorLeave a legacy
Join the Circle of Five Society and plan a gift that lasts.
Circle of Five Society









