At AFLO, people with intellectual, developmental, and cognitive disabilities (IDCD) are recognized for their abilities, not defined by their disabilities. On its fifteen-acre farm in Leesburg, adults with IDCD work as Growers: planting, harvesting, creating jams and pickles, and selling their products at farmers markets. In partnership with schools across Loudoun County, students with IDCD participate in work-based learning on the farm, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. For many Growers, AFLO provides them with their first opportunity for meaningful, paid work and the chance to develop relationships with coworkers who become friends. Since its founding in 2016, AFLO has helped nearly 250 teens and adults with IDCD develop leadership skills and community ties, positioning them for long-term employment and fostering a sense of belonging.

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