Our Program Philosophy

Our organization's philosophy is that "when support improves, outcome will increase". At some point in our various lives our ablilities will diminish and we may need to depend on others or tools to get by, engage, fit in or make defining decisions that affect our lives.

We are not a "one-size-fits-all" program, We listen to individual needs, explore and present practical options based on interest and capability, we educate and encourage participation in the choice process and together we design an action plan. This involved process is expected to increase satisfaction as well as enhance the quality of life, one at a time.

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Our Services

We are a Person-centered services and support organization. Supporting individuals to envision a life of dreams, hopes and possibilities, based on interests, needs, culture and preferences.

Whether disabilities include physical, mental, medical or behavioral limitations, on a short or long term basis, we assist individuals in leaning practical and appropriate behavior skills so they are able to function to the best of their abilities without suffering prejudice, discrimination or isolation in their community.

This program of supports is designed to enable an individual to enrich his or her life and enjoy a full range of community activities by providing opportunities for developing.

“Inclusion or exclusion of the specific term ‘Employment First’ does not determine whether a public system or agency has adopted Employment First principles. Such a determination can only be made in examining whether the underlying policies, procedures and infrastructure are designed for and ultimately result in increased integrated employment in the general workforce for citizens with disabilities”

Academic & enrichment curriculum to include: - Daily Living Skills based on individual assessed skill level and Pace of learning. - Sensory Motor Skills Development, Dance, Sports. - Board Games, Peer Interaction, Art & Recreation.

Individualized behavior modification focus on specific problems and are geared to teach socially acceptable strategies using non-aversive behavior management techniques.

We believe that individuals with disabilities are capable of learning and can do so at their own pace, with adequate support, to achieve desired goal which brings them satisfaction.

Individualized skill training bases on IPP set goals, choices and structured support to enhance the quality of life, increased independence and inclusion in the community.

The strength of our Program is Listening, Caring and Supporting lives through skill training, education and empowerment. We are an advocate for Consumer/Client Rights, Informed Choices, independence, relationships, lifestyles, community integration and of course their health & Safety, because we believe in them.

Our Program is not "one-size-fits-all", we embrace and respect the individuality of each Consumer. We expose them to various creative options that will enable them to explore their passion and once identified, we make it happen.

Our dedicated and caring staff members are trained to assist each Consumer in learning any age appropriate, meaningful activity that can add value to their lives.

With good information, proper guidance and nurtured personalized support from Ideal staff, our consumers are able to choose where, how and with whom they live. It's about their preference!

We utilize different tools to enhance their knowledge and practice of daily living skills and we pride ourselves with creating a happy environment where they thrive, interact, discover themselves and appreciate a sense of belonging.