Mission, Vision, and Values

Mission Statement

TARC provides innovative services, the opportunity for community inclusion and the enjoyment of a meaningful life for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in Terrebonne Parish.

TARC Vision

To promote advocacy empowerment and full participation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Terrebonne Parish.

TARC Values

People with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in Terrebonne Parish will have innovative services to achieve employment, community living and inclusion.

People First — We focus on strengths, abilities, inherent values, dignity, and respect.

Community Participation — We believe in opportunities, fundamental rights, and choices of where to live, learn, work, and play.

Democracy — We are governed democratically by persons with disabilities, their families, and chosen leaders.

Visionary Leadership — We seek new, innovative ideas and visionary leadership to address our Mission.

Diversity — We seek and welcome people and their ideas from all across our nation.

Integrity and Excellence — We achieve our Mission with honor and accountability, and ever strive for Best Practice.

The Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Accreditation

TARC has received an accreditation through CARF since 2003. TARC Enterprises’ programs and Residential Services have demonstrated that they substantially meet internationally recognized standards. CARF accreditation means that you can be confident that this organization has made a commitment to continually enhance the quality of its services and programs and its focus is on individuals served satisfaction.