Remaining thoughtful, focused and taking action towards the goal of designing a “neighborhood” specifically designed to reduce isolation and foster interdependent, integrated relationships, providing sustainable housing options and enhanced social opportunities, where people with IDD can live purposely and independently as possible.

Keeping clear intentions, planning and purposefully moving forward, even when tasks seem difficult.

Working effectively with professionals, support networks and community members, sharing ideas and perspectives, and combining efforts to achieve the desired outcome of a community that serves its residents, their families and caregivers.

A team-based approach of shared decision making where the individual with IDD and their quality of life is the focus.

A neighborhood that offers opportunities for individuals to live, work, and socialize alongside everyone else, where people living with IDD live purposefully fulfilled lives surrounded by friends with the supports that genuinely meet their needs and allow them to live as independently as possible.

A community that offers opportunities to build practical life skills, foster social connections, and develop a sense of belonging and purpose.

Creating a “place” that facilitates the human need for individuals to form natural friendships, creating opportunities for them to feel productive and have a sense of ownership and self-esteem, a place where they feel valued for who they are and reduces the issue of isolation.

Creating environments that integrate individuals with IDD into community life which benefits society as a whole by incorporating the unique talents, creativity and knowledge of ALL people.