Where Compassion Meets Quality Care

Published: March 2025 | By: The Nurture Care Team

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There are few decisions in life more important than choosing where you or your loved one will receive care. It is a decision rooted in love, trust, and the hope for a future filled with dignity, respect, and genuine happiness.

At Nurture Care Group Homes, we understand the weight of that decision because we have lived it ourselves. For over 18 years, our family-owned residential care facility has been honored to serve adults aged 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Florida’s APD Area 15. Today, we want to take a moment to properly introduce ourselves and share the heart behind everything we do.

Our Story: A Family Serving Families

Nurture Care began with a simple belief: that every individual deserves to live in a loving, supportive environment where they can thrive. What started as a small, family-operated home has grown into a trusted resource for families throughout Vero Beach and the surrounding Southeast Region—but our core values have never changed.

We remain proudly family-owned because we believe that the best care comes from a place of genuine connection. When you walk through our doors, you are not just a client. You become part of our extended family.

More Than Just Care: A Philosophy of Empowerment

You may have noticed that many care facilities focus solely on what they can do for their residents. At Nurture Care, we focus on what we can do with you.

Our mission is built upon encouraging the least restrictive and safest living environment possible. This means we do not believe in one-size-fits-all care. We believe in meeting each individual where they are and walking alongside them as they pursue their own goals. Whether that means learning a new life skill, building confidence in social settings, or simply enjoying the freedom of making daily choices, we are here to support every step of the journey.

Our team is trained to assist with:

• Self-advocacy: Helping individuals find their voice and express their needs and desires.
• Empowerment: Encouraging personal growth and the confidence to try new things.
• Community inclusion: Facilitating genuine connections and participation in local life.
• Independence: Supporting individuals in all phases of life to do as much as they can, for themselves.

A Commitment You Can See and Taste

One of the most frequent concerns we hear from families is about nutrition and dietary safety. We want you to know that your loved one’s health is our top priority.

We are proud to offer an all-gluten and red-dye free menu across all our meals. This is not simply a policy on paper—it is a commitment we live out daily in our kitchen. Our team prepares wholesome, balanced meals that are as delicious as they are safe, ensuring that every resident can enjoy the comfort of good food without worry.

Who We Welcome

We have the privilege of serving individuals with a range of diagnoses and life experiences, including:

• Intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Cerebral palsy
• Phelan-McDermid syndrome
• Prader-Willi syndrome
• Spina bifida

If you are reading this and wondering whether Nurture Care might be the right fit for your family, we invite you to reach out. Every conversation begins with listening.

Always Here, Always Available

We know that questions do not always arise during regular business hours. Sometimes, a concern pops up late at night or early in the morning. That is why, although we maintain office hours, we offer 24/7 assistance to families and residents alike. You are never alone when you partner with Nurture Care.

Let’s Begin This Journey Together

Whether you are actively searching for a residential placement or simply beginning to explore your options, we would be honored to hear from you. A simple phone call can be the first step toward greater peace of mind.

You can reach our office at (772) 213-3612 or visit us at our home location: 2313 3rd St SW, Vero Beach, FL 32962.

Thank you for taking the time to get to know us. We look forward to getting to know you.

With warmth and dedication,

The Nurture Care Family