Our mission
To actively support as many people with developmental disabilities as possible in their journey to lead thriving lives by delivering high-quality services and supports with integrity.
Our vision
All people with developmental disabilities thrive.
Our purpose
Nanaimo Association for Community Living and the people we care for and their families accept the daily challenge to live innovative and fulfilled lives through a person-centered approach to life and living.
Our organization believes it’s important to listen to our people’s wants and needs. We believe that a holistic approach to life and living examines all facets of an individual, in order to achieve personal growth and development.
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Our desire at NACL is to have an inclusive Nanaimo community understand and welcome members of the community as individuals, and that the community see the value in building those bridges and opportunities in order for inclusion to take place.
What are developmental disabilities?
A person with developmental disabilities may develop differently than others. This difference varies greatly between individuals and may not be accompanied by a physical condition.
Many of us may confuse developmental disabilities with other disorders, or we may have been influenced by a variety of myths and stereotypes regarding the capabilities of people with disabilities.
Individuals with developmental disabilities are able to participate in social activities, are able to work, and engage in life like we all do.
