About

Our Mission

Providing people with disabilities and their families the resources and support they need to empower their lives and shape their futures.

Our Vision

LifeROOTS enriches the entire community by nurturing individuals to grow, strengthen, and flourish.

Our Goals

Support individuals with disabilities from birth throughout life to self-direct their goals and expectations, and increase their independence through integrated and inclusive opportunities in a safe environment.

An Organization That Cares for People With Disabilities

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About LifeROOTS

Rooted in the Community

LifeROOTS (formerly RCI Inc.) is an Albuquerque-based, tax-exempt, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that provides the community with programs and services for children and adults with developmental, physical, and behavioral disabilities in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and surrounding areas. Our innovative programs and services, led by certified, experienced, and professional staff, assist people with disabilities to reach their highest levels of self-sufficiency.
Founded in 1958, LifeROOTS was the first organization in the state to treat children with polio and cerebral palsy. The center has evolved into a multi-disciplinary provider of programs and services to children and adults with disabilities, including early childhood intervention, therapy, parenting support groups, supported employment, job development, and more.

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Our Mission

Providing people with disabilities and their families the resources and support they need to empower their lives and shape their futures.

Our Vision

LifeROOTS enriches the entire community by nurturing individuals to grow, strengthen, and flourish.

Our Goals

Support individuals with disabilities from birth throughout life to self-direct their goals and expectations, and increase their independence through integrated and inclusive opportunities in a safe environment.

In the Decades That LifeROOTS Has Been Serving the Community

We have learned much about people with disabilities. We recognize and honor the qualities that make each of our clients unique. We know each person has the potential to learn and grow, which can lead to a life of independence—and the dignity and self-respect that goes with it.

LifeROOTS serves more than 1,500 disabled clients each year, receiving referrals from parents, guardians, regional hospitals, public schools, state agencies, physicians, and a variety of other sources.

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Since 1989

LifeROOTS has provided contract services that offer valuable services for commercial and government facilities thus providing employment for people with disabilities. LifeROOTS is a recognized leader in providing contract services to organizations in the areas of custodial and janitorial services, packaging and assembly, shipping and receiving, and warehousing.

We employ more than 57 individuals providing custodial and janitorial services at Kirtland Air Force Base, the Pete V. Domenici Federal Courthouse, and the City of Albuquerque & Water Authority. In addition, the agency maintains several commercial contracts with Supply One Inc., Southern Wine & Spirits, and other businesses throughout the greater Albuquerque metropolitan area.

Our Core Values

Teamwork

We work together internally and externally in a team approach to provide comprehensive services to our clients and their families and strive for a seamless approach.

Accountability

We are accountable for and accepting of the consequences of our behavior. We can be relied on to perform our job duties honestly, efficiently, effectively, and in a manner that consistently demonstrates our professional competencies.

We understand that we serve the community that supports us. Thus, we provide transparency in our processes, finances, and governance. We manage our company’s financial resources in a responsible manner in order to carry out our mission and corporate goals.

Quality

We meet all regulatory requirements at the local, state, and federal levels while continuously improving to exceed industry standards.

Safe Environment

Safety is a priority for everyone. The safety of our employees and the individuals we serve is continuously being improved by leadership, training, rewards, and accountability.