The Personal Outcome Measures are so powerful because they focus on what is most important to people. The personal outcomes are short, clear, and written in plain English. They are easy to explain to families, friends, elected officials, and government representatives. As people describe their personal outcomes, their stories remain etched in our memories. The Personal Outcome Measures define for each staff, family member, friend and volunteer the priority personal outcomes for the person.
Personal outcomes magnify the energy of the organization.
The personal outcome focus empowers the person receiving services and supports. The programmed approach to services and supports, requiring standardization, and compliance with process is obsolete. Responsive services will promote the finest in diversity and differences. The personal outcomes focus is on the individual's own definition of importance and worth in his or her life. Unlike a product with a stable shelf life, personal outcomes are unpredictable, yet discoverable.