Our Philosophy

SMILES believes that people with disabilities have the right to:

• Live as independently as their abilities allow
• Receive services based on need
• Enjoy the same access to opportunities as all persons
• Exercise self-determination
• Access programs which maximize their potential
• Integrate within the community
• Maintain employment that enhances a feeling of self-worth and independence
• Enjoy guaranteed constitutional and human rights
• Choose from available options
• And receive assistance that leads to independence.