Ethel's Tree of Life, Inc. was established in 2003 to provide an integrated facility for teaching work skills and life skills to youth and young adults with special needs and/or disabilities. Instruction will be offered by providing and supporting committed mentors and volunteers from surrounding communities, a variety of professionals; trained and caring staff members, and by asking students what they want and need in career skills assistance. A safe learning environment filled with innovative and/or proven techniques, career training choices, skills for day to day life, social skills, and caring people sharing ideas will be provided.