Mary Nell's Close to Home is an adult care center that offers innovative, year-round, full day
education and activities. It is at the heart of our vision to offer a program that addresses each
person's learning style. The mission of our adult care center is to provide a safe, loving and
encouraging environment that meets their social, emotional and academic needs. As a
provider of a creative learning environment, it is our mission to instill confidence, self-worth
and morals in each person. The center will provide a curriculum taught by certified trainers with an
emphasis on creative learning and development through various activities such as: games for problem solving, reading, listening, speaking and writing to strengthen vocabulary, creative and discovery learning, literacy development, structured learning in problem solving and logical thinking.
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About Us
Mary Nell
History
Mary Nells was founded by Tamina Wells and officially opened its doors on October 12, 2020. Driven by a passion and the pressing need for facilities dedicated to lower-functioning special needs individuals, Tamina established Mary Nells to provide the care and support this community deserves. The name "Mary Nells" honors Tamina's late mother, Mary Nell, who was a nurse for over 40 years. Mary Nell's dedication to her patients and her practice of bringing young Tamina to work instilled in her daughter a lifelong commitment to serving the special needs and elderly populations. This early experience taught Tamina to see everyone through a compassionate lens, recognizing the inherent value in all individuals.
Meet Tamina Wells
Tamina Wells, the CEO of Mary Nell's Close to Home, is a dedicated single mother of four children: Marvio, Marviett, Carlos, and Ja'Kayla. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Texas College in May 2019. With over 20 years of experience in the field of mental and developmental disabilities, Tamina is deeply passionate about helping others. Her greatest motivation comes from the joy and appreciation her clients express when participating in community activities, whether it's enjoying a simple treat like a coke for lunch or attending their annual Crystal Ball Dance. This heartfelt gratitude drives Tamina to continue her work with unwavering empathy, strong personal values, compassion, and determination.
Meet Laura Harris
Laura Harris is the director at Mary Nell's Close to Home, bringing 25 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Her journey began at the age of 15 when she volunteered at the nursing home where her mother worked. Laura's strengths lie in her leadership, communication skills, and emotional intelligence. She embraced this role because she believes it is her calling and has a deep passion for helping people. Laura loves the opportunity to impact the lives of children and adults with disabilities, learning disorders, and developmental delays, providing them with the tools and resources to learn at their own pace. She finds immense reward in helping them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.