Tenco ~ People Achieving Success

Mission Statement: To provide opportunities for people with disabilities, to develop and maintain independence in all areas of life. Tenco was founded on one defining principle... that every person has value and ability. Some abilities come naturally while others have to be learned. At Tenco, each day is dedicated to building opportunities for people with disabilities to work, learn life skills, and interact in the community. Tenco is a non-profit corporation, founded in 1965, that currently serves over 315 people with disabilities. In this, their 52nd year, Tenco operates vocational programs in Centerville, Fairfield, and Ottumwa; Adult Day Habilitation services in Centerville, Fairfield, and Ottumwa; and residential services in Centerville, Chariton, Keosauqua, Fairfield, Knoxville, Ottumwa, and Oskaloosa. Tenco also manages a Transition Home in Fairfield and Residential Care Facilities in Keosauqua and Knoxville. Tenco also has two hydroponic greenhouses; one in Ottumwa and one in Fairfield. Second Time Around, Tenco's thrift stores, are located in Chariton and Centerville..