1. We believe that individuals of all abilities deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential through services and supports provided in their own communities.

 

2. We believe that positive, nurturing relationships are the basis for growth and change. These relationships are best fostered through active participation in the daily activities of young adult life.

 

3. We believe that partnerships yield the most effective and powerful outcomes for those we serve. Our partnerships; with individuals, our employees, Mentors (big sisters & big brothers), Mentees (young sisters & young brothers), payer’s and the organisations and communities in which we work are based on mutual respect and a shared focus on innovation, quality and personal choice.

 

4. We believe that providing quality services and supports is our primary responsibility. We invest in our workforce and promote an organization culture focused on accountability, service excellence and measured results.

 

5. We believe in innovation as a mindset. Developing new and better ways to serve people is an exciting and motivating expectation of every employee at every level of the organization.

 

6. We believe in the continuous pursuit of organizational excellence and best practices.

 

7. We believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work, thus pouring out into our mentees, and in the long term, they pouring back out into other people.

 

8. We believe in teamwork and collaboration to achieve our vision, mission and to support the youth we serve and uphold our values.