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A Place to Belong. A Light to Guide.

We connect individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to safe, compassionate support services — where people feel seen, supported, and truly at home.

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Two Paths. One Purpose: Support That Feels Like Home.

Shared Living: The Right Home for You or Someone You Love

We help match individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to safe, welcoming homes -- where care is personal, and the individual and their families have the power to choose whats right for them.

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Bridge Supports: Enhancing Your Village

Alora meets you where you live, supporting you in your family home or your own. We strengthen your village with relatives, guardians, neighbors, or Alora staff, offering training and help that steadies daily life.

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OUR HISTORY

A Known Path, Newly Lit

Inspired by decades of research and real world impact, the shared living model and Bridge Supports offer individualized support where individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities are valued, empowered, and celebrated.

Shared Living connects individuals with compassionate host families, creating warm and inclusive households. Bridge Supports extends that care across the lifespan, helping families stay grounded and supported.

Grounded in more than 500 studies, these models strengthen independence and community life. First created in the 1960s, we are carrying them forward with heart and purpose.

At Alora, our mission is to make support personal. We believe that every person deserves not just a place to live — but a place to be seen, supported, and truly at home.

THE FOUNDER

Meet the CEO, Nicole Kanaman

Alora wasn’t born in theory — it was born in Nicole’s own home.

With a background in behavioral science and psychology, Nicole Kanaman set out to support others through clinical work. But everything changed in 2017 when she and her husband opened their home to two adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

That experience opened her eyes to a major care gap and lit the spark that became Alora Supports.

What inspired you to open your home?

I noticed a gap in residential support for adults with IDD and decided to immerse myself in the work to learn more. That experience led me to deeply appreciate the family-like model of shared living—and it’s where I truly fell in love with this approach to care.

What do you look for in a great host?

Empathy, presence, and a genuine willingness to be there—not perfection, just heart.

What does ‘home’ mean to you?

It’s where people feel safe, valued, and understood. That’s the kind of space we aim to create every day at Alora.

Bridge Supports— Where Choice Comes First

Bridge Supports is here to walk beside you as you take your next step and grow your independence. It is a collaborative path that helps individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities build confidence and connection. Most importantly, your goals lead the way.

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Get in Touch

Reach out directly or come referred by your care coordinator.

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Admission Interviews

We meet with you to understand your needs, preferences, and goals.

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Matching & Choice

We help identify the Bridge Supports that fit your goals, then recruit the right team to support you.

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Begin Supports

Once you’re comfortable, services begin on your terms.

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Ongoing Support

Alora offers personalized, flexible support for your family, and we remain by your side along the way.

Shared Living —Feel the Difference.

Shared Living is here to help you find a place that feels right, whether you are exploring care for a loved one or for yourself. It is a trusted home where individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities are seen, supported, and empowered to thrive. Most importantly, your voice matters and the choice is always yours.

1

Get in Touch

Reach out directly or come referred by your care coordinator.

2

Admission Interviews

We meet with you to understand your needs, preferences, and goals.

3

Matching & Choice

We present you with potential homes — you decide who is the right fit.

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Move In

Once you’re comfortable, the move-in process begins on your terms.

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Ongoing Support

Alora provides ongoing support and regular check ins. With the Alora Support Network behind you 24/7, 365 days a year, you’re never alone on this journey.

REAL STORIES

Stories of Support, Right at Home

After our kids moved out, the house felt too quiet. Becoming hosts gave us a new sense of purpose — and someone to care for again. It’s been one of the most fulfilling things we’ve done together.
I wasn’t sure what was next after graduation. Hosting gave me financial stability, but more than that — it gave me connection. I didn’t expect to build such a meaningful bond.
We started hosting just a few months after getting married. It’s brought us even closer and taught us what shared purpose really feels like. This is how Nicole got started, and we’re proud to follow her path.

After our kids moved out, the house felt too quiet. Becoming hosts gave us a new sense of purpose — and someone to care for again. It’s been one of the most fulfilling things we’ve done together.
I wasn’t sure what was next after graduation. Hosting gave me financial stability, but more than that — it gave me connection. I didn’t expect to build such a meaningful bond.
We started hosting just a few months after getting married. It’s brought us even closer and taught us what shared purpose really feels like. This is how Nicole got started, and we’re proud to follow her path.

After our kids moved out, the house felt too quiet. Becoming hosts gave us a new sense of purpose — and someone to care for again. It’s been one of the most fulfilling things we’ve done together.
I wasn’t sure what was next after graduation. Hosting gave me financial stability, but more than that — it gave me connection. I didn’t expect to build such a meaningful bond.
We started hosting just a few months after getting married. It’s brought us even closer and taught us what shared purpose really feels like. This is how Nicole got started, and we’re proud to follow her path.

ACCREDITATION & TRUST

Trusted. Accredited. Grounded in Support.

Alora is Medicaid accredited and partners with local agencies to provide thoughtful, person-centered care you can trust.

OUR NETWORK

Support Where It Matters
and Expanding Every Day

Alora currently operates in Nebraska, with services launching soon in Missouri, Utah, and Wisconsin. Wherever we grow, we bring our promise of safety, choice, and compassionate care.

Currently Operating: Nebraska

FAQ

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Do I need to own a home to become a host?

Nope! The host can rent, lease, or own the home—any arrangement is fine as long as the property passes a basic home safety inspection. This ensures the space is safe and livable, with no mold, infestations, or major hazards, and that it's reasonably accessible. Alora also provides support for minor accommodations based on individual needs during the onboarding process.

Do I need to own a home to become a host?

Can a family member be paid to provide care?

The answer is sometimes. Alora can employ parents, guardians, siblings, or other relatives when it is approved in the service plan and allowed under the waiver.

Can a family member be paid to provide care?

The answer is sometimes. Alora can employ parents, guardians, siblings, or other relatives when it is approved in the service plan and allowed under the waiver.

Can a family member be paid to provide care?

The answer is sometimes. Alora can employ parents, guardians, siblings, or other relatives when it is approved in the service plan and allowed under the waiver.

What kind of support does Alora provide after move-in?

Every host home is assigned to a Provider Development Specialists whose focus is ensure the provider (the host family) has everything they need to provide high quality supports -- at Alora our mission isnt only to provide high quality services, but to equip staff with all of the skills, resources, and community needed to provide those services and to have a fulfilling and meaningful career in this environment

What kind of support does Alora provide after move-in?

Who can become a host?

Anyone over 18 who is authorized to work in the U.S. may qualify to become a host. All residents of the home must pass a comprehensive background check, including checks for criminal history, child and adult protective services, and the sex offender registry. Your living space—whether it’s a house, apartment, or condo—must be safe, clean, accessible, and able to pass a home inspection. Hosts must also be willing to complete required training through Alora, including CPR, first aid, crisis management, and best practices in active treatment. If you’re ready to open your heart and home, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Who can become a host?

Is there financial compensation for hosts?

Yes! Compensation depends on a few factors — the level of support needed, how many individuals live in your home (usually 1–3), and the reimbursement rates in your state. Most host providers earn between $35,000 and $140,000 per year.