Why PCL?
Because how people live matters.
Established in 1986, Partnerships in Community Living, Inc. (PCL) is a non-profit dedicated to expanding the horizons and enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We began providing services in Polk County, Oregon and since then have expanded to eight counties throughout Oregon.
Our approach starts with the person
Their goals, their choices, and how they want our help. Together with the person we support, we create a team of family, friends, and trusted supporters to help people build the life they want, filled with purpose, connection, and joy.
I Get the Support I Need
People are at the heart of decision-making to direct and control their own lives. We provide continuous, creative, and innovative supports directed and defined by the people we support.
I Choose Where I Live
We believe everyone deserves a home they love. People we support live in their own homes, in the town they want to live in, and with people they choose to live with.
I’m Connected with My Family and Friends
Relationships matter. We partner with people to stay connected with their friends and families in ways that are meaningful and fulfilling to them.
I Have a Full Life
We support people in being a part of their chosen community, and building friendships and connections, all of which lead to a full, rich life. This could mean volunteering, working, hanging out, taking trips, going to the movies, and more!
Our Mission and Values:
Expand the Horizons and Enhance the Quailty of Life of Those we Support
Ongoing education and support to families, team members, and our communities
Everyone having a safe, secure, and quality place to live, love, work, learn, and play
People with disabilities as vital members of their community
The belief that everyone has limitless potential and is not defined by their past, recognizing and supporting each person to learn, change, and grow
Continuous, creative, and innovative support as directed and defined by the people we support, which means people are at the heart of decision-making to direct and control their own lives
The physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of people
Flexibility, dignity, and diversity
Mutual respect, ethical treatment, and understanding
Welcoming, honoring, and affirming people to be their whole authentic selves
All people living meaningful and interdependent lives
Learning through life’s great, fun, tough, and challenging experiences
Listening to all voices in decision-making by including diverse perspectives in fostering equal opportunities and promoting social justice