Balancing support and independence for 29 years

COVID-19 Letter from Jordan Luhr June 1, 2020

Dear Balance Parents/Guardians and Community Members:
A lot has changed since our last update and I wanted to give you the latest news from Balance. First, everyone one here at Balance, staff and residents, have remained healthy and safe. Our staff, who are the great unsung heroes, have done a job second to none to ensure our residents are safe, active and happy during this time. We cannot thank them enough. Please look at the pictures on our website of our residents who appear unaffected by all the stress in the world today.

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BALANCE’S MISSION

Balance is an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities.

We provide services to individuals that promote and respond to their personal goals, desires, needs and dreams. We strive to empower each individual in determining the direction of his or her life.

Our services enhance the communities’ capacity to understand and embrace persons with developmental disabilities. We are committed to provide services which maximize individual potential, while acting as prudent stewards of our resources.

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OUR SERVICES

The services Balance provides are developed in response to the needs of the community. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities. We provide a continuum of services and supports that enable individuals with developmental disabilities to live independently and to actively participate in their communities.

We work with the care management organizations in this region, the IRIS program and private funding. Individuals and families interested in the services we provide can work with their care manager or IRIS consultant or can contact us directly to learn more.

INDIVIDUAL SERVICES

As we strive to use resources efficiently by matching the support with the individual, we need to be creative in our service approach.

Balance also provides the following services:

Services are based on the individual needs of the participants we serve. Referrals will be given as needed
Balance has provided consultations to schools seeking to enhance the skills of their students in order to prepare them for adult life.

ADULT FAMILY HOMES

We have several adult family homes operated by Balance in Ozaukee County. Each individual is assessed, placed and monitored based on their individual needs. The care we provide includes all activities of daily living. Each individual benefits from unique supports necessary to meet the complex care they require. Balance focus on small group homes ensures a high staff to participant ratio.

BE THE DIFFERENCE + TAKE ACTION = REWARD!

We benefit from the support of local organizations and individuals who value a strong community and the full participation of all of its citizens. We greatly appreciate your support and your donations are always welcome. How can you donate to Balance and make a difference in the lives of others?

YOUR GENEROSITY IS VALUED

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Balance does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.

This policy states Balance’s position on discrimination. This policy applies to all Balance employees, volunteers, members, clients, and contractors. This policy also applies to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, outside vendors, organization members and customers, service clients, use of contractors and consultants, and dealings with the general public.