About

Who we are

At Uplift & Inspire LLC, we take a hands-on approach to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe true support starts with listening, learning what matters most to each person, and then building around their goals, routines, and dreams. Our work is grounded in compassion, respect, and authentic relationships. Every person we serve deserves connection, dignity, and the chance to belong fully in their community.

Motto

Uplift through care. Inspire through connection. Empower through choice.

Our Mission

Our mission is to support people in living meaningful, everyday lives by uplifting through care, inspiring through connection, and empowering through choice.
We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered services that promote independence, inclusion, and growth. Our goal is to create a community where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered.

Our Approach

We use a person-centered, community-focused approach in everything we do. That means:

Listening to the person’s goals, preferences, and routines

Partnering with families, Supports Coordinators, and schools

Supporting skills in real-life settings within their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and community spaces

Providing consistent, trained staff who show up with respect, patience, and professionalism

Co-Founder – Tanasha J. Ford

Tanasha J. Ford is the Co-Founder of Uplift & Inspire LLC. She has over 25 years of experience serving youth and adults in social services and is an ODP Certified Investigator. With a background in social work, program development, and teaching life skills and character education, Tanasha brings a deep commitment to community, education, and treating every person with respect, kindness, and love.

Co-Founder – Lonce Scott

Lonce Scott is the Co-Founder of Uplift & Inspire LLC. He has worked in the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) field for several years in roles ranging from direct support to program management. As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and ODP Certified Investigator, Lonce is passionate about building person-centered supports that honor each person’s voice and help them live more independent and fulfilling lives.