When Janet Pomeroy founded the Recreation Center for the Handicapped (now known as the Janet Pomeroy Center) in 1952, few thought it would survive. As far as Janet knew, there were no other recreation centers for people with disabilities. Her work started with 6 teens and two volunteers in one room of the nearby Fleishacker Pool Building.

Janet's dream, to meet community needs for programs serving children and adults with disabilities, has become a reality. Today, through its programs and services the Janet Pomeroy Center serves nearly 2,000 people every week. Our center has been acknowledged nationally and internationally for pioneering recreation programs for people with disabilities and for leadership in vocational rehabilitation, education, transportation, respite care and community-based programs. Our range of services has expanded from San Francisco to Marin and San Mateo counties.

Video Clips

View a clip from an early TV spot about the Janet Pomeroy Center.

Watch a clip on the founding of the Center and its role in the growing awareness of rights for the disabled.

Learn about the services and programs available at the Janet Pomeroy Center today.