PHILOSOPHY
PERSON-CENTERED SERVICE DELIVERY
LARC delivers its services based on each individual’s needs and life wishes. Every attempt is made to break through the “one-size-fits-all” method of programming to offer individualized lifestyle and service selection. The foundation for this approach is based on the fundamental belief in the self-worth of every person.
As a person-centered agency, we strive to:
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Have a clear mission and purpose, and live our mission
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Listen to people
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Ensure a culture of caring
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Recognize and reward best practices
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Train, support, and value direct support professionals
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Focus and build on interests, gifts, and capacities
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Provide education, experience, and exposure to facilitate informed choices and valued social roles
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Open doors to community associations, groups, clubs, churches, recreational opportunities, businesses, and services
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Coordinate services around the individual rather than around the needs of the staff or program
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Focus on the relationship between environment and behavior
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Consider the individual’s satisfaction with his or her activities, supports, and services as the most important quality assurance review