What does independence look like for an adult with an intellectual or developmental disability?

For Robin Kramer, founder of Next Step Farms, it looks like purpose, responsibility, confidence, and having the opportunity to contribute.

In this episode of the Huntsville Hustle Podcast, Robin shares how Next Step Farms uses life on a working farm to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop practical skills and greater independence.

We talk about the daily routine at the farm, where participants work on teams focused on business management, cooking, gardening, animal care, and property maintenance. Robin also shares the challenges of starting a nonprofit, the importance of community support, and some of the life-changing moments she's witnessed along the way.

You'll also hear why employment, responsibility, and simply being given the opportunity to succeed can have such a powerful impact.

This episode is about much more than farming.

It's about giving people the tools, confidence, and opportunities to take their next step toward independence.

Next Step Farms

nextstepfarms.org

Next Step Farms Office is open Monday through Friday 8am-3:30pm, and you can expect a response within 48 hours on weekdays.
Our doors open to clients at 8:15, with our program ending at 3:00.

Next Step Farms is a 501c3 organization.

Tax ID: 83- 4389587256-993-2561

Facility address: 465 Smith Vasser Rd, Harvest, Al 35749
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