Our Mission
Is to provide creative opportunities and supports to people with mental health illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse issues. Our services accentuate positive growth and the development of adaptive and recovery skills to help an individual live life to his or her fullest potential. Our passion for individuals is evidenced by our focus on excellence in an environment of integrity, dedication, and teamwork. The focus of this mission is to provide the support and services to help individuals lead normal lives within their community. This objective is achieved by providing comprehensive, quality services that are individualized to the specific needs of each person that is served by S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy.
Core Belief
The philosophy of S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy is to provide person-centered services based on individual’s choices whenever possible. It is our privilege to assist individuals in having a quality of life that is no less than our own. S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy believes in adding support as needed, without creating dependence on the system. This way, individuals under our care may be equipped with the skills they need to remain independent. S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy is a strong advocate for the needs of the persons served and the elimination of discrimination and stigma of people with disabilities. All people associated with S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy are encouraged to use “people first” language as part of its commitment to being person-centered.
Who We Are
S.T.E.P’s (Success Through Experience and Play) Developmental Academy was established in April 2003 to assist typically developing children, children with developmental disabilities, and their families to achieve the most out of life. Since its inception, S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy successfully added Behavioral Health to its array of services. Through the services that we provide, we strive to improve and enhance the lives of individuals that we are taking care of. With the help of our capable staff members, we aim to achieve this goal each and everyday.
Why You Should Choose Us
S.T.E.P’s Developmental Academy is committed to providing the highest standard of early childhood education and services to children and families. Our mental health division provides a full array of habilitative and rehabilitative supports, education, and training.
It is with genuine care that we serve the individuals and families of our communities in assisting with meeting their life challenges and accomplishing their desired goals.
If you have questions that you’d like to ask us, please don’t hesitate to send us a message! We will get back to you as soon as possible.