Philosophy

Mission:
We strive to enhance the well being of adults with Down syndrome by using a multidisciplinary team approach to provide comprehensive, wholistic, community-based health care services.

Philosophy:
We believe that:

• All individuals are worthy and deserving of comprehensive and compassionate health care.
• Health is a state of physical, mental and spiritual well being.
• Individuals with Down syndrome should be provided the opportunity to be active participants in their health care.
• Health promotion behaviors have a positive impact on the quality of a person's life.
• Research, education, and the dissemination of information related to Down syndrome foster an understanding and acceptance of individuals with Down syndrome.

Goals, Values:

• Provide comprehensive and compassionate health care services reflective of standards of professional excellence and current research findings.
• Enhance the health of adults with Down syndrome.
• Encourage individuals with Down syndrome and their families to develop health promoting behaviors.
• Foster an understanding and acceptance of individuals with Down syndrome.

For more information or to schedule a visit to the center, please call 847.318.2303.