Oldfield Road
On a quiet street in Trumbull you will find this ranch style home on a corner lot. The 5 women who make this their home enjoy the fact that all of the living space is on one level, with a nice sunroom, and a deck with an awning. Most of these ladies love being out and busy. Whether it's a day in the city for a show, or a lunch out in town, they look forward to those extra fun times more than most.
Reeds Lane
This charming blue house sits on Reeds Lane, a very cute, family neighborhood in Stratford. The homes are close together, so the yard is small, but the deck off the slider in the kitchen is big! The 4 ladies and one man who live here keep a fairly busy schedule, and enjoy socializing. Although not the most talkative group, they are opinionated and will be sure to get their preferences known!
Weston Road
Within walking distance to downtown Westport, this grey colonial sits on a nice sized corner lot. On the lower level is an in-law-apartment where one man has his own bedroom, living area and small kitchen. He enjoys having his "own place," while having additional back-up support when needed. The upstairs is home to 5 men who have lived together for quite some time. Although they are not quite as active as they once were, they are very social and look forward to work, and going out on the weekends.
Sturges Highway
This group of one woman and three men will keep you on your toes! They are talkative, energetic and opinionated. They are a tightly knit group who are in many ways like siblings. They may squabble a bit, but they will stand up for each other in a heartbeat. Although you may feel a bit like you are in the country here, you are only 10 minutes from downtown Westport.
Crest Terrace
This very large home sits on a corner in a beautiful neighborhood in Fairfield, home to 3 women and 3 men. The ladies enjoy their living space upstairs, while the men have their bedrooms on the first floor. The open floorplan is designed to be welcoming to people who use a wheelchair. This group is engaging, and many are very talkative. They will enjoy either a quiet evening at home, or a party with friends.
Reynolds Drive
The only duplex we own is home to 3 men on one side, and 3 women on the other. This young and active group is not likely to be home to answer the door if you were to drop by. In many ways, the setting is ideal - it gives each of the folks a feeling of privacy, living with just 2 others in their side of the house. But it's just a walk next door to visit with friends.
Blue Ridge
Perched on a hill in Wilton, this cheerful yellow house is home to four men who have created a close-knit community together. Three of the housemates have shared a home for many years, building lasting friendships and a comfortable rhythm of daily life, while the newest member of the household has quickly settled in and become part of the group.
Whenever there’s an opportunity to go bowling, you can count them in! It’s a favorite outing and just one of the many activities they enjoy together.
Maple Road
Atop a hill in Easton sits this raised ranch. The very large yard gives ample space for the 5 energetic young men who call this home. They are charming, and at times competetive. They are the energizer bunnies of CLASP, always the last to leave the party. They enjoy walking on the trails in Easton, or shooting hoops at the YMCA. They need energetic staff to keep up with them!
Webb Road
This sprawling ranch in a beautiful Fairfield neighborhood is home to five women and one man—a lively, social group who enjoy staying active and making the most of every opportunity to have fun together.
Always up for an adventure, the housemates enjoy outings and exploring new places, including a recent trip to see the Statue of Liberty. Closer to home, they never pass up an opportunity to fire up the grill and host a BBQ, bringing everyone together for good food and good company.
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Our Homes
CLASP serves men and women in 11 homes and 9 apartments throughout Fairfield County.
Kings Highway
Pine Drive
Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in Westport, this cozy barn-red raised ranch is home to four women who enjoy a warm, close-knit atmosphere. Life here is a comfortable balance of relaxing at home and spending time in the community, whether it's dinner out, a movie, shopping, or other weekend adventures. Music is a favorite pastime, and when the opportunity arises, you'll often find the residents dancing like no one's watching. Their home is filled with laughter, friendship, and a strong sense of belonging.
CLASP's first home opened in 1983 in a gray raised ranch on Kings Highway in Westport. Today, it is home to three men and one woman who lead active, fulfilling lives.
The home features a cozy in-law apartment on the lower level, where the woman has a bedroom, a living room, and a small kitchen. Upstairs, the men have their own bedrooms along with a shared living room, kitchen, and dining area. More than 40 years later, this welcoming home continues to provide a place where residents can thrive, build friendships, and enjoy life to the fullest.
Supported Apartments
This program services individuals in their own apartments who are largely self-sufficient—many work, manage their daily routines, and travel throughout the community on their own.
CLASP provides an added layer of support that helps make independent living successful. Our dedicated staff check in regularly, oversee each individual’s general well-being, help coordinate care, and make sure they are safe and have what they need to thrive.
The program is designed to provide just the right amount of support while encouraging as much independence as possible, giving each person the freedom and confidence to build a life, a routine, and a home of their own.
CLASP Community Options (CCO)
Our Programs
In October 1998, CLASP Homes set out to turn a dream into reality. Our CLASP Community Options (CCO) program was developed as an alternative to the traditional 9-to-5 work day. The program introduces an innovative approach to enriching the lives of the individuals CLASP serves, creating opportunities to explore new interests, build connections, and find joy and purpose through meaningful activities.
The Daniel E. Offutt Arts and Education Community Center
After 20 years of renting various spaces, our CCO officially moved into a new building in Bridgeport in January 2019. A special project 3 years in the making, the Daniel E. Offutt Arts and Education Community Center became a reality through the love, generosity, and "legacy planning" of our dear friend Dan Offutt. Today, the newly renovated 9,500-sq. ft. space is our center of art, music, dance, and education that lifts the spirits of participants and fills the void left by other more limited programs.
Individualized Programs & Meaningful Activities
At CLASP's Community Center, caring and experienced staff work closely with each individual to develop a personalized plan based on their unique strengths, interests, and goals. Each day offers a variety of engaging activities designed to encourage learning, creativity, wellness, and personal growth. Community inclusion is an important part of every program, with opportunities to participate in local events, volunteer services, and build meaningful connections throughout the community.
Activities at the Community Center are as diverse as the individuals we serve. Participants enjoy yoga, music, dance, pottery, gardening, ping pong, healthy cooking classes, a computer lab, daily living skill exercises, academic enrichment, library and museum visits, movie nights, a sensory gym, an exercise room, and many other enriching recreational and community-based experiences.
The Daniel E. Offutt Arts and Education Community Center
85 Arlington Street
Bridgeport , CT 06606
203.256.4663
Angie Mynarski
"Let me take you back to Jan. 31, 1978. This was the birth of my first daughter, Kristi, at Greenwich Hospital. My sister Lily came to visit me and to meet her beautiful new niece. When she came into the room the nurse asked her if she would like to hold the baby. Of course Lily said yes. The nurse carefully placed my daughter in Lily’s arms. Lily looked at her niece, then looked at me and said “she’s beautiful – she looks like me.” That was my sister Lily.
My name is Angie Mynarski. I am honored to talk about my experiences with CLASP and my sister Lily. She has been a member of the CLASP family for many years. Lily was a very out-going, loving person, full of personality, and cute as can be. She could speak so well – my family and I would ask “where did you learn that word?” She lit up a room when she walked in. Lily had no problem speaking her mind. If she didn’t like something or someone, she let you know it. Her favorite things were going to parties, talking on the phone, socializing and food! She enjoyed talking with friend way more than work, which is why I called her the social butterfly.
When she started to show signs of failing I was very worried. Someone had told me that people with Down Syndrome were at high risk to develop Alzheimer’s Disease. I was very upset when I heard this, but I had to face reality. My Lily was not the same person she used to be. My father, who was her hero, had passed away from complications from Alzheimer’s, and my mother was in her 80’s. It was becoming clear that we needed to find a place where Lily could go and be taken care of. This was very difficult for me because I was her care-giver for most of her life and I couldn’t let her go. Then the “guardian angels” from CLASP were sent to her and to me. They had an opening at their home on Webb Road. When I saw the house and met the staff, I knew this was the place for Lily. And it has been a godsend ever since. Lily’s condition has deteriorated over the years, and she needs extra care. I was afraid that she would have to leave Webb Road, which made me very upset and scared. What would become of my beautiful sister? But Clancy and her staff assured me that they would do everything in their power to keep Lily at home – and at home is where she is today. She has the best of care and I am so grateful for that. I am in constant contact with her care-givers. I call every day and sometimes more than once a day. They always make me feel like I am not being a nuisance by calling so much. They tell me to call whenever I want to. I need to know that Lily is okay in order for me to go on with my day. I just want to say one more thing, and that is I don’t know where Lily or I would be right now if it weren’t for the loving, caring people of CLASP.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart."
Shirley Russakoff
Harold Kristiansen
"Living in a CLASP group home has given our son the opportunity for growth in skills, to enjoy employment and broader social relationships."
Caroline Freeman
"Now that our son is safe in CLASP Homes, the anxiety, frustration and fear have gone from our lives."
Family Testimonials
Pat Peterson
"Our daughter, Elizabeth has been a CLASP resident for almost 30 years. She has had a happy and full life for most of that time.
She was able to participate with her other housemates in many community activities. When she had some problems, health wise, the staff at CLASP stepped right up to the plate to give her the support she needed to get back on her feet.
The last couple of years her health problems have increased, but so has the TLC of the staff. I have been living out of state for the past 16 years and it has been very comforting knowing that Elizabeth has had such loving, compassionate care. I feel very blessed to have found the CLASP family, because that is what they are to me."
"My family has seen Jeff grow and become independent, productive, and a contributing member of his community. Thank you, CLASP."
