Our Mission

Families Matter Coop - Established in 2004

Vision and Mission:

To fill a Gap in the Community for families and their family members with developmental disabilities, to connect with each other and to information

To provide valued participation and input to government andagencies, into the process of creating supports/ services in the community for family members.

To take a "Proactive" and balanced approach to deal with fragmentation of families and their powerlessness for input into matters that affect their lives.

About FAMILIES MATTER CO-OPERATIVE INC.

Families Matter Coop:

Is an autonomous member driven Family Network, not-for-profit organization, dedicated to meeting the needs of members with developmental disabilities, their families/ friends.

Offers a "Virtual Resource Centre", for comprehensive access to information about resources and services for people with developmental disabilities.

Is available online, atoffice location and mail for members not on-line.

Offers secure members' database to connect people with developmental disabilities and their families, to other disabled members and families, support networks and friends.

Is committed to raising awareness of the challenges facing people with developmental disabilities and families, through advocacy and participation at policy-making levels.

Strives to create solutions to those challenges through member-driven initiatives and partnerships including supportive housing and employment.