A message from our Founder
After working in many roles within intellectual disability services, I saw a clear need for supports that are consistent, respectful, and truly person-centered. Let’s create something meaningful together.
“Our biggest advantage is introducing our client to their direct support professional before services even begin. No surprises and no let down. I think we are the best at making connections that feel more comfortable and personal”
OUR MISSION and VISION
At Essential Human Services, our mission is to empower individuals with intellectuals and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling lives within their communities. We are committed to providing person-centered, high-quality support services that promote independence, inclusion, and personal growth. Through compassionate care, community engagement, and advocacy, we strive to create opportunities that honor the dignity, diversity, and unique potential of every individual we serve.
Our Vision is to create an inclusive society where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are valued, respected, and fully integrated into their communities. We envision a future where every person has access to the resources, support, and opportunities they need to reach their fullest potential, lead self-determined lives, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them.
Our
Values
Person-centric
It all begins with the initial meeting. We have a proven and strategic 2-step approach to delivering our support services. Our CEO meets with you directly to provide a warm welcome and to discover your personal and unique disabilities. We then pair you with a qualified and vetted direct support professional that is tailored specifically for you.
Innovation
Keeping our team intentionally small lets us deliver BIG — consistently and personalized. You work directly with professionals who understand your goals, know the details of your life, and make decisions quickly—no handoffs, no layers of approval, no generic treatment plans. We own a commitment to efficient processes where we prioritize long-term client relationships over volume-driven growth.
Compassion
We deliver professional services by combining technical competence and clear communication with genuine respect for each person's dignity and needs. Our processes involve listening attentively, explaining options plainly, and adapting services to fit your individual circumstances while maintaining ethical standards and efficiency. We recognize the emotional as well as practical dimensions of your situation, and provide steady support during difficult moments, and follow through on commitments so clients feel heard, safe, and confident in the care they receive.
Respect
We meet you where you are and leverage what you already have: Build on your strengths, relationships, and existing routines with practical support grounded in your current reality. With your future goals in mind, we move at your pace and adapt your plan as your situation changes.
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