Gerry’s Cafe
1802 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Coffee Shops
Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights employs adults with disabilities, offering job training, purpose, and community. Named for co-founder Amy’s Aunt Gerry, the café fills more than cups—it fosters inclusion, confidence, and connection daily.
Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights is more than a coffee shop—it’s a community-driven café staffed by adults 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Co-founded by Amy and Natalie, the café is named in honor of Amy’s Aunt Geralyn, a child with Down syndrome who brought immense joy to her family. The mission is to empower capable individuals often excluded from the workforce by offering meaningful employment, job training, and a place to connect. At Gerry’s Café, every order fills more than just your cup—it uplifts lives and builds a stronger, more inclusive community.
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