Disability Services, Behavior Services, Early Intervention, ABA Therapy, Day Programs, Group Homes & Host Homes
Utah - Salt Lake - Davis - Weber Counties
Fill out this form if you are a looking to work for us as a RBT or BCBA.
Fill out this form if you are looking for a client looking for ABA Therapy, After School Program, Early Intervention, Social Skills, or Dating Coaching for those with the F84.0 Autism Spectrum Disorder, Housing, Day Programs, or Respite Care.
Buddies4Life, LLC is a micro-provider for The Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) from Washington to Weber County.
We provide Day Programs, Group Homes, & Host Homes designed for people with disabilities (OUR BUDDIES!!!!!)
Fill out this form if you are a looking to work for us as a RBT or BCBA.
Fill out this form if you are looking for a client looking for ABA Therapy, After School Program, Early Intervention, Social Skills, or Dating Coaching for those with the F84.0 Autism Spectrum Disorder, Housing, Day Programs, or Respite Care.
We appreciate our 5 Star "Customer" Reviews on all Social Media Platforms.
"I am so grateful to have Sally in my life!! Thank you!!!! This is the best thing I ever did was start working for Buddies4Life, LLC.
Working with Sally isn’t a job. She’s become a buddy for life just like the company name says."
Jessica Hougardy
Support Staff, Layton, Utah
“Andrew is a kind and insightful leader who has a unique talent for mixing fun with purpose and productivity. He truly cares about individuals with disabilities.
I would recommend learning from (and even just being around!) Andrew and his wife Tresa anytime! They’re fantastic people with a unique ability to touch lives and uplift souls.”
Emily Tolton
Bountiful, Utah
“When I heard about this job I knew I was meant to do it, it’s totally my personality.....I love working for Buddies4Life, LLC.”
Mindy Guzman
Host Parent, South Jordan, Utah
"Buddies4Life sincerely and truly want to find the right home for each client they work with.
They providing training, reminders, support, and follow up to be sure that everyone is comfortable and happy.
We are excited to recommend Buddies4Life to anyone who is interested to make a difference."
Doug and Laura HansenHost Parent, Saratoga Springs, Utah
Shannon and Chris Wnek, Parents of one of our Buddies
West Jordan, Utah
"Andrew and Tresa are amazing people and are such great people to work for and with.They strive to provide the absolute best care for their clients and work tirelessly to support their employees and to make sure everyone is happy and taken care of.They really go above and beyond for clients and employees, are quick with communications, honest, reliable, dedicated, prompt with answering questions as well as helping with concerns/problems and the list goes on.They are both such compassionate, understanding and hardworking people and so amazing to work for and with!"
"This company has been a pleasure to work for. The owners, Tresa and Andrew are extremely passionate in what they’re doing.
They are both very kind people who are always willing to go the extra mile to help.The name of the company holds true. I’m extremely grateful to have met some of the individuals I’ve been paired up with.I would highly recommend being associated with Buddies4Life whether it be as an employee or a client."
"Buddies4Life is a great program to be apart of. Whether you are a client in their program or a caregiver.
You can tell Andrew and Tresa (the owners), really care, and are always thinking outside the box to make it a good experience.
I would trust put my own kid in their program!!! Well done."
Cole Morley, Residential Habilitation Expert
Lehi Utah
"Great clients and wonderful opportunities. Grateful for this job and has changed my life."
Sam and Aspyn Chapparo, Host Parents
Millcreek, Utah
"As a client of this company. I can confirm the management's dedication and respect for their clients. I can also say that the current caregivers I have been working with have been very attentive and dependable."
Bridgette W.
Supported Living Client
"Hands down the best experience I have had in the 20 years I have been working with special needs adults.
Andrew responded in a timely manner and was proactive in our conversations. Looking forward to a lengthy professional relationship with Buddies 4 Life."
Travis and Felicite Board, Group Home Co-Manager
Layton Utah
Other Online Reviews
Buddies4Life offers $16-19 for hourly staff or $2,000-$4,000 a month for Host Home staff including Dental, Vision, & PTO Benefits.
Buddies4Life - Care for People with Disabilities
🌟 Buddies4Life, LLC — Building Independence and Friendship 4 Life
At Buddies4Life, LLC (B4L) and Buddies Behavioral Services (BBS), we believe that individuals with disabilities — our Buddies — deserve quality care, meaningful relationships, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest.
For the past six years, we’ve proudly served communities across Utah County, Salt Lake County, Davis County, and Weber County, helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to thrive.
💙 Our Mission: Independence Through Compassion
Buddies4Life was founded by Andrew and Tresa Brinton, loving parents of three children with Autism who personally experienced the life-changing power of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy.
Their journey began when their son, Luke — once non-verbal and struggling — transformed through ABA therapy into a confident, independent young man who graduated high school, attended college, and now holds a full-time job.
Inspired by that transformation, the Brintons dedicated their lives to helping other families experience the same growth, empowerment, and joy.
At Buddies4Life, we know that environment influences behavior. That’s why we create supportive, nurturing, and inclusive homes where every Buddy is treated with love, dignity, and respect. Whether in group homes, host homes, or adult day programs, our goal is to foster meaningful independence for life.
🏡 Our Services
We provide a range of personalized programs tailored to each individual’s needs, including:
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Residential Group Homes (RHS) — Safe, comfortable homes where Buddies live and grow with trained, compassionate staff.
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Host Homes (HHS) — Loving family environments where adults with disabilities receive personalized attention and support.
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Adult Day Support (DSG) — Engaging community activities, service projects, job site visits, and skill-building opportunities.
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Behavioral Services (BBS) — Comprehensive ABA therapy, early intervention, and after-school programs designed for children and adults with Autism.
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Social Skills & Dating Coaching — Unique programs covered by insurance that help individuals on the Autism Spectrum build confidence and form meaningful connections.
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Free Community Yoga Classes — Every Wednesday at 9:00 AM, open to all adults with disabilities to promote wellness and inclusion.
We also offer Medicaid-funded ABA Therapy for clients with an F84.0 Autism Spectrum Diagnosis, up to 30 hours per week — with no waiting list.
🌈 Our Approach: Personalized, Hands-On Care
Buddies4Life takes pride in being a hands-on, relationship-based program.
Our team of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) works closely with parents, caregivers, and each individual to develop personalized treatment and behavior support plans.
We focus on:
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Daily living and job skills
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Communication and social interaction
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Self-care and personal growth
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Community involvement and volunteerism
Through this thoughtful and holistic approach, we ensure every Buddy has the chance to experience success, pride, and joy — every day.
🤝 Why Families Choose Buddies4Life
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Family-Founded & Family-Focused — Created by parents who understand the journey.
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Community Inclusion — We connect our Buddies to their communities through service, social events, and advocacy.
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Holistic Independence — We teach not just life skills, but life confidence.
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Experienced Staff & Therapists — Our BCBAs and caregivers are compassionate professionals dedicated to individualized progress.
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Insurance-Covered ABA Therapy — Accessible care for both children and adults, thanks to Utah’s expanded autism insurance mandate (SB 95).
🌟 Our Promise
At Buddies4Life, we don’t just provide care — we provide connection.
Every smile, every breakthrough, every step toward independence reminds us why we do what we do.
We’re more than a service provider — we’re a family, and our Buddies are the heart of everything we do.
Together, we’re creating a world where individuals with disabilities are seen, supported, and celebrated — for life.
📞 Contact Us
Provider Agency: Buddies4Life, LLC
Contact Name: Andrew Brinton
Phone: (385) 266-5328
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://buddies4life.us
Meet the Founders of Buddies 4 Life
💞 Meet the Founders — Andrew & Tresa Brinton
At the heart of Buddies4Life, LLC and Buddies Behavioral Services (BBS) are two compassionate parents and visionaries — Andrew and Tresa Brinton. Their journey began not as business owners, but as loving parents raising three incredible children with Autism.
Their family’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and deep empathy for individuals with disabilities. Through their personal experiences, Andrew and Tresa developed a profound understanding of what true care, inclusion, and independence look like — and the vital role environment plays in shaping a person’s growth.
👨🏫 A Lifelong Commitment to Special Needs Education
Andrew Brinton has spent over 20 years teaching Special Needs Students, guiding and mentoring children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. His extensive experience in education, combined with his deep compassion and leadership, has helped hundreds of individuals reach milestones that once seemed out of reach.
Tresa, known for her nurturing heart and tireless advocacy, has been equally instrumental in shaping Buddies4Life’s mission. Together, their shared commitment to helping others thrive became the foundation of what would grow into one of Utah’s most trusted care and behavioral service providers.
🏡 How Buddies4Life Began
Their story started when Andrew and Tresa began working as Host Parents, opening their home to individuals with disabilities. They quickly realized that while their clients’ needs were growing — emotional, financial, and social — the level of support they were receiving remained stagnant.
Rather than settling for “good enough,” Andrew and Tresa took action. They began personally advocating for their client’s well-being by:
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Contacting Workforce Services to secure food assistance and financial aid.
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Collaborating with behavioralists, home health agencies, and medical providers to develop a personalized Behavioral Support Plan.
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Coordinating shower aides, massage therapists, occupational and physical therapy, and necessary medication adjustments.
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Partnering with Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Counselors to create opportunities for meaningful work and skill development.
Through this hands-on approach, they saw firsthand how much impact dedicated advocacy and personalized support can make. What began as a heartfelt effort to help one individual soon grew into a calling — a mission to serve many more.
🌟 From Passion to Purpose: The Birth of Buddies4Life
In May 2019, Andrew and Tresa officially founded Buddies4Life, LLC, a micro-provider agency with a simple but powerful mission:
“To help our Buddies achieve independence and meaningful lives.”
They built Buddies4Life around the belief that every individual with disabilities deserves the best environment possible — one filled with love, dignity, structure, and opportunity.
Their approach ensures that every Buddy experiences:
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Beautiful, comfortable homes and day programs designed to promote independence.
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A “white-glove” level of care for both clients and support teams.
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Compassionate staff who are thoroughly trained and supported.
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A vibrant community that celebrates inclusion and long-term relationships 4Life.
💙 Empowering Families and Support Teams
Andrew and Tresa’s passion extends beyond the individuals they serve — they also focus on empowering host parents and caregivers. They ensure that every family providing care is well-trained, supported, and compensated above industry averages, because they believe those who care for others deserve to be cared for too.
Through community training, family education, and hands-on mentorship, they teach their host families how to help clients thrive in the community, build lasting friendships, and achieve meaningful independence.
🌈 A Legacy of Love and Inclusion
Every program at Buddies4Life — from residential homes and adult day programs to ABA therapy and behavioral services — is an extension of Andrew and Tresa’s personal mission to bring hope, dignity, and belonging to those with disabilities.
Their ultimate goal is simple but life-changing:
To create meaningful relationships and independence 4Life.
Whether you’re a parent seeking support for your loved one, a professional looking to make a difference, or a community member wanting to be involved — Andrew and Tresa look forward to working with you and welcoming you into the Buddies4Life family.
