Kentucky Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities

**Mission Statement** Promote health and well-being by facilitating recovery for people whose lives have been affected by mental illness and substance use; supporting people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities; and building resilience for all. **Vision** All Kentuckians have access to quality services and supports to live full and healthy lives. **Values** - Choice . We believe all people should have the fullest possible control over their own lives. - Respect. We believe all people are valuable and have the right to lead meaningful, productive lives. - Equity. We believe in equity and eradication of disparities to ensure all people have access to quality services. - Advocacy. We believe in supporting all people to advocate for themselves and others; diverse voices should be sought, heard, and considered in making decisions. - Trauma-Informed & Resilience-Oriented Approaches. We believe in trauma-informed systems that promote individual, community and organizational resilience. - Excellence. We believe that service is collaborative, represents consumer needs, assures optimal use of public resources, and achieves the highest possible standard.