Meet people where they are

The very name of our organization reflects one of our core principles: the importance of knowing people on a first-name basis. From the moment every participant steps through our door, they are greeted by name. It’s just one of the ways we embrace every person as the unique individual that they are.

We accept everyone in the way they present themselves to us, without judgement. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to serving our participants. They are free to make their own choices, on their time and on their terms. They can come and go as they please, dress the way they like, and participate in whatever programs they prefer.

In a world of closed doors, this ability to make their own decisions gives our participants a healthy boost of a uniquely powerful medicine--self-determination.