About Us
For more information about us, call
(608) 755-4123
LOCATED AT
15 Plumb St.
Milton, WI 53563
HOW KANDU STARTED
In 1961, a small group of parents and community supporters were on a mission to meet the employment needs of their adult children with disabilities. Today, that mission has grown into a thriving 501(c)(3) organization. In 2023 KANDU was recognized as Forward Janesville Large Business of the Year.
FINDING PURPOSE
Starting at age 14, clients with disabilities and disadvantages and their families turn to KANDU for friendship, acceptance, and purpose. By providing a range of fulfilling and enriching opportunities, we offer our clients the chance to earn a living, make friends, and thrive among their peers.
Through our operations, KANDU offers valuable services to the business and local community that support our underlying mission of providing opportunities for our clients.
PACKAGING AND PRODUCTION SERVICES
KANDU’s Packaging and Production Services allow companies to maximize their profits by outsourcing time-consuming and tedious processes to our skilled client workforce. Our business customers benefit from a well-trained, efficient workforce and competitive prices, while our clients learn valuable job skills and earn a living.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
KANDU’s community employment program helps local businesses save money on recruitment and training costs by pairing them with individuals who may not otherwise have a chance to find meaningful employment. KANDU program managers assess your operations to match you with highly qualified employee labor, provide pre-employment and on-the-job training, supervision, and ongoing support so businesses know they are achieving maximum efficiency.
AT KANDU, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FIND PURPOSE, FAMILIES FIND HOPE, AND BUSINESSES FIND A TRUSTED PARTNER.
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OUR MISSION
KANDU creates, promotes, and provides diverse opportunities offering people with disabilities or disadvantages the ability to pursue greater independence and explore their limitless potential.
OUR VISION
KANDU will be the beacon that fosters acceptance and inclusion of all individuals by providing fulfilling and enriching opportunities.
OUR VALUES
We value our clients by demonstrating integrity, compassion, and respectful, nurturing care for them as members of our extended family.
We nurture and grow our community partnerships by being credible, reliable and diversified.
We provide competitive, resourceful, and results-driven, high-quality solutions.
With courage, energy and vision, we provide innovative and creative quality services.
CANDID GOLD SEAL OF TRANSPARENCY
Having a Candid. Gold Seal of Transparency means that an organization has demonstrated a high level of transparency. To earn this seal, an organization must complete the requirements for the Bronze and Silver Seals first. The Gold Seal specifically requires the organization to upload its financial details, including audited financial statements, and provide information about its board chair and leadership demographics.
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KANDU clients had an unforgettable weekend competing with Special Olympics Wisconsin—and they brought home some serious hardware! 🏅 We’re so proud of their hard work, team spirit, and all the camaraderie they shared on and off the field. Let’s hear it for these incredible athletes! 💙
🍷 Sip, savor, and support a great cause! Join us for Grapes & Hops 2025, KANDU’s signature tasting event featuring local wineries, craft breweries, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, live music, and a silent auction—all in support of programs that empower individuals with disabilities and ...aging adults across Southern Wisconsin.
Whether you're a wine enthusiast, beer lover, or just looking for a fun night out that means something—this is the event for you.
Every Friday, Julie—our incredible Client Services Director—leads a singalong with participants in KANDU's Adult Day Services and Memory Care program, filling the room with smiles, music, and fun.
These moments might seem simple, but they’re powerful. Singing together lights up ...memories, lifts spirits, and creates joy for our clients living with dementia and other cognitive challenges.
At KANDU, we believe in the power of community and compassion—and sometimes, a favorite old tune is all it takes to bring both to life. 💛
A heartfelt thank you to the family member of one of our amazing staff for donating art supplies to our ISP program! 🎨💛 Creative expression plays a powerful role in our clients’ growth and joy, and this thoughtful gift will be put to great use.
ISP, Minds in Motion, and Livin' and Learnin' clients visited the Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens in Rockford to see the Secret Life of Butterflies exhibit. They learned about the lifecycle of butterflies and got an up-close look at these amazing insects in their own habitat.
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ISP is a program that offers shorter work days combined with activity time for clients who are transitioning to a day services or return-to-work program. Program activities are thoughtfully designed for work skill development. You can learn more about KANDU's programs here: www.kanduindustries.com
There’s something magical about music—especially when it fills a room with laughter, movement, and joy. Clients in KANDU's Adult Day Services & Memory Care program sang their hearts out during karaoke yesterday, and we had a blast!
For older adults, especially those living ...with dementia, music isn’t just fun—it’s therapeutic. It sparks memories, encourages social connection, and boosts emotional well-being in ways few other activities can.
At KANDU, we believe every day should feel meaningful. In our Adult Day Services and Memory Care program, clients are treated like family in a safe, accessible, home-like environment. With support from our trained professionals, they enjoy enriching activities, personalized care, and the kind of connection that brings dignity and joy to every moment.
Looking for compassionate daytime care for your loved one? We’re here to help. 💛
📞 Call us to schedule a tour or learn more: 608-755-4123
🌐 https://www.kanduindustries.com/programs-and-services/adult-day-memory-care/