The individuals we serve, their parents, guardians, state workers, our team, and our communities rely on us to deliver the very best. Our company has always been about more than just business—we’ve built something that truly matters. Together, we have poured our hearts into creating a legacy of quality, compassion, and long-term security. Success isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the trust we build, the people we support, and the lasting impact we make.
A Crossroads
Over decades, we built and operated an IDD business providing Residential Supports, Host Homes, Supported Living, Behavioral Services, Nursing, Pharmacy Services, and ABA services. We grew the company, overcoming new obstacles and developing new skill sets along the way. We learned how to scale in a way that enhanced the services we provided, and because of our commitment to quality, we achieved great success.
After doing this for many years, we faced a pivotal moment; several owners of the company were preparing to retire. We needed to determine the best path forward. We wanted to ensure continuity for the people who rely on us while upholding the values that defined us for so many years. We wrestled with the uncertainty that comes with change. We believed there must be a model that values all stakeholders, one that ensures businesses thrive for the long term without sacrificing what makes them great.
We Understand
We understand the weight of these decisions. Our leadership team is comprised of people who have been on all sides of ownership transitions in IDD businesses – those who are grappling with the weight of passing the ownership torch, and those who are employed by the organization that is changing hands.
Owners feel the responsibility of passing the reins while ensuring that those they support and the teams they work with are cared for just as they have been. Employees wonder what the future holds and whether their contributions will continue to have a lasting impact. We have experienced these challenges firsthand, and our commitment is to create a path forward that prioritizes what’s right—ensuring stability, respect, and shared success.
With this shared experience, we bring both empathy and expertise. We recognize the dedication of owners who have built something lasting, and we respect the employees who have helped those businesses succeed. That’s why we’ve developed a new model—one that prioritizes stability, values-driven leadership, and continuous growth. We believe this approach offers a trusted transition for owners and a strong, stable future for employees.
A Better Way
Our model supports IDD organizations to thrive during times of change. Meridian is an organization that provides the solution for quality, integrity, and stability during times of uncertainty. We have built a company where owners can transition with confidence, knowing their people and purpose remain at the heart of what comes next. Employees can continue their journey with pride, knowing leadership is committed to long-term stability and growth. We aren’t just acquiring businesses—we’re working alongside teams to ensure they are well-supported, preserving what makes them exceptional, and positioning them for a secure future.
In an industry where too many buyers focus only on the bottom line, we stand for something different. We believe quality is the foundation of sustainable success. That financial success should never come at the expense of integrity, and in the long run it can't. And that businesses should be built on trust, not just transactions.
Our Mission
We empower organizations to build cultures where people focus on supporting individuals receiving services by providing innovative tools, resources, and processes that drive excellence and ensure compliance—recognizing that individuals, their loved ones, advocates, state systems, and the public rely on our best efforts. Our ultimate goal is to inspire everyone to adopt the mindset of People Caring About People.
Our Vision
Meridian strives to be the premier consulting and management partner for IDD organizations and their people across the United States. We recognize that we are inseparably connected to each other by virtue of our shared humanity, and this connection comes with responsibilities to one another. We are responsible for what we learn from each other, what we do for each other, and what we give to each other. We endeavor to learn best practices from our partner organizations and others, share with one another and implement those best practices, and improve services for people everywhere.
Our Commitment
We are committed to upholding the highest standards in everything we do. To learn more about our guiding principles, click here to view our Code of Ethics.
This is Our Why. This is what drives us. And this is the future we’re creating—one great company at a time.
