Every step begins with purpose.
Every Step Pathways is a Concord-rooted organization preparing person-centered, community-based support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in Cabarrus and Rowan counties.
Rooted in Concord, North Carolina
Preparing to launch. Not currently accepting participants.
Our mission: opportunity on your terms.
To unlock opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities or traumatic brain injuries to discover their strengths, develop real-life skills, build relationships, and live with purpose and a passion for life on their own terms.
Our Vision
To make community-based support more personal, creative, and connected to the lives people want to lead.
Support starts with the person.
Strengths and choices
We begin with each person's interests, goals, preferences, and what matters most to them.
Everyday opportunities
Community spaces and real-life experiences can support skill-building, confidence, and participation.
Meaningful relationships
We value relationships with family, chosen supporters, and community members who respect each person’s choices.
It takes a village.
The individual leads. The village supports. Every step has purpose. The Every Step Village describes how individuals, families, chosen supporters, Direct Support Professionals, care managers, businesses, and community organizations can connect around a person’s interests and goals. In Concord, libraries, recreation centers, and parks are examples of resources people may choose to explore.
These community resources are places of possibility, not claims of formal facility partnerships.
Explore our approach →Built to see the person beyond the service.
Founder Torey Evans worked as a Direct Support Professional before establishing Every Step Pathways. His experience with everyday routines, recreation, and relationships informs the belief that support should start by getting to know the person, not by prescribing activities.
Meet Torey Evans →
Building a more connected everyday life.
Our initial focus is on Concord and communities throughout Cabarrus and Rowan counties. Service availability will depend on appropriate approvals, authorizations, staffing, and organizational readiness.
Meet our founder →