The Columbus Organization

The Columbus Organization is a group of caring professionals whose mission is to assist children and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities achieve independence through a life that is meaningful to them. With a person-centered planning & thinking approach, it is our vision to be recognized as an organization that transforms individuals’ lives and provides families the peace of mind in knowing their loved one has a voice and a valued role in their community.

Because everyone deserves a meaningful life™

Mission

Provide each and every consumer we support a more meaningful life, as seen through the eyes of the individual.

We adhere to the following set of principles and values:

• Communicate honestly and openly
• Have fun at work; celebrate, live dreams and have humor
• Share ideas without borders
• Demonstrate the value of innovation and empowerment
• Think critically and then act
• Recognize that everyone has the right to a meaningful life and the accountability to achieve it
• Strive to make a positive difference in someone’s life
• Cherish life and pursuit of meaning
• Assume goodwill
• Recognize and celebrate success and meaningful impact