- Members needs are individualized, wide ranging, and change over time
- Many members can function in the community when provided with supportive services that promote independence
- Local social service delivery systems are fragmented; consequently coordination is essential for members needs to be met
- Members need to be active participants in deciding and implementing their goals for them to succeed
- Co-op will provide a hand up not a hand out, this is the philosophy behind all our programming
- We take a holistic approach to each member not just meeting the immediate presenting need but building all their resources in four key areas; self, home, family, career, this ensures long term success in all areas of their lives
- Members have the right to try, fail, and succeed
- All members no matter their social or economic situation and background have something to share with the group, resources, talents, and skills
