About_Us

Origins
MSSCA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency, was formed in January of
1985 as Mat-Su Children's Services, Inc. by a small group of
community volunteers who believed in providing
community-based specialized services to families with young
children. At that time, the agency assumed responsibility for the
Mat-Su Infant Learning Program. The Infant Learning Program
(ILP) provides home-based services to families with a child
between the ages of birth and three years old, who has either a
diagnosed developmental disability, a delay in development, or is
at risk for such a developmental delay.

MSSCA Changes and Grows
In January, 1987, the agency changed its name to Mat-Su
Services for Children and Adults, Inc. (MSSCA). The primary
reason for the name change was to demonstrate MSSCA's belief
that a continuum of services should be offered locally. This
concept has several practical implications, most importantly;
persons needing life long services would have one local agency
with whom to look for support.

In July, 1987 the Supported Employment and Living Services
(SELS), which includes supported employment, supported living,
respite, care coordination and family support services joined the
agency.

Opportunities
Beginning July 1998, MSSCA was chosen to be a member
agency of United Way of Mat-Su. This has provided new
opportunities for funding unmet needs for MSSCA consumers
and expanded public awareness of the agency and the services
we provide in our community. Applications are submitted to
United Way annually, reflecting the current needs of our
consumers.

In May of 2002, MSSCA was awarded a grant to support the
Fetal Alcohol Resource Project. This project provides diagnosis
and referrals for individuals prenatally exposed to alcohol and
their families. This team of volunteers are dedicated to educating
our community about prenatal alcohol exposure and improving
the lifetime outcomes for those individuals.

Board of Directors
MSSCA is governed by a Board of Directors. These Board
members are community volunteers who represent a cross
section of skills, interest and experience. The Board of Directors
are legally and financially responsible for the agency. A monthly
business meeting is held and is open to the public.

Non-Profit Status
MSSCA is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a
non-profit organization and has 501 (c)(3) status.