Emad Elmaoued never thought he would be running a business providing disability services and support to the developmentally impaired community of New Mexico. He is now doing it with the help of SBA loans.

An alumnus of the University of New Mexico (UNM), Elmaoued earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and chemistry and became a teaching assistant at UNM. From 2010-2021, he owned Gigateks, a company that maintains and administers computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, system software, applications software, and all configurations. When the opportunity arose to purchase ADID Care, Elmaoued was struck by its mission, and he acquired the business in 2017 with an SBA 7(a) loan.

ADID Care provides a variety of services to the developmentally impaired community of New Mexico. Supported Living, Family Living, Community Support, In-Home Support, Non-medical Transport, and Adult Nursing provided by ADID Care assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The company aims to empower individuals with special needs, advocating for inclusivity and independence through services and support in their homes or communities rather than in institutional settings. ADID Care operates 12 single-family residences with nursing staff assistance.