Developing Health and Independence demonstrates its focus on excellence.
Developing Health and Independence is a charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community. it provides a comprehensive range of services in Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, Wiltshire, and Somerset for people who are socially excluded for reasons such as homelessness, alcohol or drug addiction, learning disabilities or emotional difficulties. It helps people to turn their lives around by tackling both the causes and consequences of social exclusion through practical and emotional support services such as information and advice, supported housing, counselling, activities, and employment and training opportunities.
DHI’s vision and values are:
Vision
Meeting the needs of the individual.
Making a difference in the community.
Mission statement
DHI challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and contribute to the richness and wellbeing of their community. DHI is flexible, creative and person centred in its approach, valuing each individual and their circumstances as unique.
Values
Self-Direction
to encourage independent thought, action and self respect
Stimulation
to offer a stimulating environment allowing innovation and creativity to flourish in individuals.
Zest for Life
in so far as it is not damaging to self, others or the environment, to enable individuals to pursue goals that further their happiness and joy of life.
Flexibility
Underpinning all our efforts is the need to be open, flexible and responsive to change.
Congratulations to Rosie Phillips, CEO, and her team for committing to the Investors in Excellence Standard.