About
At GNEIA, we are dedicated to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. Our passionate team works tirelessly to uphold the rights and well-being of those we serve. We believe in fostering a community where every individual is valued and supported.
Mission
GNEIA's mission is to provide exceptional services to protected persons by ensuring that all their needs are met, their safety is maintained, and their best interests are a priority across all providers and services they utilize.
Vision
Our vision is to support protected persons while maintaining their dignity and self-determination. We use a strengths-based approach with the goal of helping our protected persons effectively become their own guardian.
Values
Our values guide us in the work we do every day.
Compassion
Advocacy
Dignity
Integrity
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Our Story
Founded in 2016 by Melanie Kleiner and Anna Stamat, GNEIA began with only fifteen protected persons served. Kleiner and Stamat knew there was a need for our services, and they were open to serving as many people as possible.
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Their hard work and volunteer efforts helped GNEIA grow into what it is today. We now serve over 200 protected persons all over Iowa. We hope to continue Kleiner's and Stamat's legacy by serving Iowans in need for years to come.
