Individuals have the right to associate with whomever they choose. Individuals have control over their money and the power and responsibility to spend it directly on what they want and need. They also have the power and responsibility to determine what supports are needed, who provides them, and in what way. Paid services may not be the only option for supports. Natural supports will be discovered, nurtured, and encouraged.
Supports are creative and flexible in order to meet the unique needs and desires of the individual.
Individuals are allowed to make mistakes and experience the risk of failure. This does not minimize the importance of safety, but acknowledges that in all of our lives, some risk must be taken to allow us to grow. Individuals are recognized and supported as participating members of their communities, and are encouraged to share their unique talents and viewpoints. The attitudes, roles and responsibilities of community members at large will change. All of us need to re-examine our way of working and interacting with individuals with disabilities and act to remove barriers that interfere with dreams coming true.