ABOUT US Luso is a registered charity providing quality Day Programs and Respite services for adults living with physical and/or developmental disabilities in a safe and nurturing environment since 2003. OUR MISSION Luso Canadian Charitable Society (Luso) is a community-based organization that supports adults and families living with physical and/or developmental disabilities to achieve personal growth. We work in partnership with the broader community to provide access to information, and person-centered programs and services that facilitate growth, choice, independence and community inclusion. OUR VISION We envision an inclusive community/society where people with physical and/or developmental disabilities have full access to equitable, responsive, and sustainable supports and services; and where their unique gifts, differences, and contributions are valued, welcomed and celebrated through their full participation in community life. OUR VALUES We believe that… ➜ Every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. ➜ Services should be accessible to all persons with disabilities, including those that face additional barriers such as income, language and mobility. ➜ We support our community by providing a variety of flexible programs and services that are responsive to the individual needs of our participants and families. ➜ Diversity enriches our participants, organization and community. ➜ Participants and families are entitled to receive high quality care from qualified and caring staff, in an open and welcoming environment. ➜ We have a responsibility to efficiently and effectively manage the financial resources of our organization. ➜ We are committed to work with our community to support advocacy efforts aimed at influencing the quality of life of our participants and families.