About Us

Marjorie Moore helped found Moore Living Connections in 1971 after going through her own struggles to acquire meaningful resources and support for her disabled daughter, Pam, who was told that her Down syndrome would mean she would never life a full life.

Marjorie knew her daughter deserved more, and so began decades of advocacy to squash the stigma that developmental disabilities make it impossible to live a live full of community, support, and joy. She saw the gap between what local resources were offering and what they weren’t - a safe place to live and be supported in your home, while connecting with your peers.

Marjorie and her beloved husband Harold received a loan of $500,000 from the Michigan State Housing Authority for the purpose of developing low-income housing for people with developmental disabilities. They broke ground on their first group home in 1972, and Moore Living Connections has been providing residential and skill support for over 50 years.

Marjorie and Pam resided happily in Lansing, Michigan, until their passing.

While Marjorie passed away in 2014, Moore Living Connections continues her legacy of advocacy, support, and commitment to creating richer opportunities for all.

A young girl and an older woman are standing together indoors, smiling for the photo. The girl is wearing a light pink uniform with a butterfly patch, and the woman is dressed in a dark jacket with a lapel pin. They are positioned behind a desk with papers and a pen on it. In the background, there are posters and photographs on the wall.
Two individuals sitting at a picnic table outdoors on a sunny day, with one person in a wheelchair on the right and the other in colorful clothing on the left, with plates of food and drinks on the table. In the background, there are more people sitting at picnic tables under trees in a park setting.

Marjorie Moore and her daughter, Pam Moore (1972)

A man in a yellow shirt and black shorts sitting on a green folding chair on a sandy beach, with some backpacks and a water bottle nearby. He has a set of keys attached to a lanyard around his neck and appears to be relaxing or resting.

What We Do

  • The mission of Moore Living Connections is to empower people with disabilities to lead the lives they choose with dignity and respect in their community through resources.

  • Moore Living Connections currently operates licensed AFC homes in Ingham, Newaygo, and Manistee-Benzie counties. Our life coaches also provide skill and respite care within the homes to directly support our clients across a wide range of ability and independence.

What is an AFC home?

  • An AFC home (Adult Foster Care home) is a licensed residence where adults who need extra help with daily tasks—like cooking, taking medication, or personal care—can live in a comfortable, home-like environment with their peers. They’re often for seniors or adults with physical or developmental disabilities.