The Story of Merry Glen

In 1961 a group of Spokane Families got together to create the foundation of Merry Glen

And in 1973 Merry Glen opened its doors to support
all of the families that fought for humane
and comfortable alternatives to institutionalization

Merry Glen’s First 5 residents at the groundbreaking in 1972

A little about us

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can find a welcoming, supportive home at Merry Glen.

Our cooperative model brings families and professional caregivers together to create a safe, nurturing residential environment where each individual can thrive. Families remain actively involved in their loved ones’ lives and have a meaningful voice in the care and community that surrounds them.

At Merry Glen, we believe family involvement is an essential part of creating a true home. We welcome families as active partners in supporting their loved ones and building a caring, connected community.

What is Merry Glen?

Merry Glen is…

  • a home
  • a community
  • a welcoming workplace
  • a space where everyone is welcome
  • dedicated to personalized care
  • Merry Glen is a family 

What we do and what we stand for

Our mission statement is…

A home that meets each person where they are at, while cultivating a positive environment for independent growth and uncapped achievement.

We support our mission every day we come to work at Merry Glen.

About Merry Glen

This button will take you to a page all about our history in Spokane since 1961! The other slides are photos from our past that we want to share with you.