65 Years of Stories
In 2025, Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark) celebrated its 65th anniversary. During this celebration, we recorded stories from Benchmark employees across the country. Learn more about our history and watch the collection below.
Our History
Our experience dates back to 1960, when a group of parents in northeast Indiana launched a study to explore community-based work options for their adult children with disabilities. From that study, the organization that would eventually become Benchmark Human Services began providing employment services for people with disabilities. Over the course of almost 70 years, we’ve grown to provide a variety of services across the country.
Here’s a snapshot of our key moments.
1960
The Community Coordinating Center for Rehabilitation and Health Services was founded.
1975
Benchmark opened its workshop, employing 25 clients.
1976
Benchmark received one of the first federal Title XX grants, with subsequent awards accelerating the integration and deinstitutionalization of individuals with disabilities in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
My Benchmark Story
We asked our team members to share their Benchmark stories.
Contact
Want to learn more about our team, our services, or our 65th anniversary celebration? Contact us at (260) 744-6145 or [email protected].