Comprehensive Systems, Inc. is a private, nonprofit, community-based corporation whose mission is to support individuals with special needs in north Iowa. The organization was developed in 1970, by parents, to meet the needs and desires of individuals served, and continues today to maintain that priority. A wide range of services are provided in Charles City, Osage, Mason City, New Hampton, Cedar Falls, and Waterloo. Our consumer base comes mainly from local counties. Comprehensive Systems provides services for all age groups. The primary services delivered are to individuals with intellectual disabilities, but services are also provided to individuals with other needs.

 

Our leadership team consists of the Executive Director, Jack Brown, and the Management Team. This team meets regularly with the Board of Directors, to set the mission and the direction for the organization. The Board of Directors consists of five individuals representing a variety of professions and geographic communities.

 

In order to stay on the cutting edge of service provision and current trends, Comprehensive Systems, Inc. does networking with similar agencies, as well as participating in local, state and national organizations. The agency continuously evaluates management structure and committee structure to ensure efficiency.

 

Comprehensive Systems, Inc. is accredited by CARF, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.