To Support: First, we listen and learn. We believe that the individual is an expert on themselves and want to meet every person where they are at. We want all clients and families to receive the information and support needed to live as they choose, including offering any training needed to coordinate their own supports and to work ourselves out of the job.
To Collaborate: We seek to elevate the voices of our clients and their families and empower them to share their experiences. We intend to provide an inclusive environment with opportunities for engagement at all levels.
To Inform: Our vision is for all clients and families to be informed about their rights, options and resources, and to offer support to advocate for equitable access.
Person-Centered: The interests of the individuals receiving support are at the center of everything we do. We believe that the individual is an expert on themselves and want to meet every person where they are at. We want all clients and families to receive the information and support needed to live as they choose.
Inclusion/Diversity/Equity: Individuals with developmental disabilities have many different strengths, abilities, interests, and come from many different backgrounds. We are dedicated to seeking out diverse perspectives, celebrating and honoring our differences, and promoting transparency to provide an inclusive environment with opportunities for engagement at all levels.
Collaboration: We believe in Teaming Up with others to boost creativity, resourcefulness, and success. We strive to participate in a multidisciplinary team with individuals, families, and other community service providers to build solution-focused, functional supports.
Integrity: We promise to operate with integrity. This means adhering to our core values and ethical principles, even when no one is watching. We hold ourselves accountable by taking responsibility, responding transparently and with professionalism, and making a commitment to be part of the solution.
Continuous Improvement: We strive to provide adaptable, proactive, ethical support to all individuals. We recognize and accept that taking risks and making mistakes are a part of the learning process. We are committed to creating a system to evaluate our ongoing efforts to improve services and to continuously develop professional knowledge and expertise because it is in the best interests of our clients.