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BRIDGES

Improving Access; Enhancing Quality of Life for People with Disabilities

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Mission Statement

MISSION

The mission of BRIDGES is to provide advocacy and leadership towards an accessible, integrated community, promoting health and autonomy for people with disabilities.

VISION

The vision of BRIDGES is to establish a barrier-free society; improving access and enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities.

VALUE STATEMENT

SynergyBRIDGES believes individuals working together for the mission and vision of the organization is more powerful than the efforts of individuals working on their own.
Dignity & WorthBRIDGES acknowledges and honors the inherent right and value of each person and treats people in a caring and respectful fashion.
AcceptanceBRIDGES values diversity and inclusion and embraces differences in others.
EmpowermentBRIDGES encourages self-determination, choice and autonomy.
LeadershipBRIDGES champions efforts that lead to change that enhances quality of life within the disability community.

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About Us

BRIDGES was founded in 1987 under the name Rockland Independent Living Center (RILC). It is a community-based, peer-driven, cross-disability, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocacy and leadership on behalf of people with disabilities.

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About Us

BRIDGES was founded in 1987 under the name Rockland Independent Living Center (RILC). It is a community-based, peer-driven, cross-disability, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocacy and leadership on behalf of people with disabilities.

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Address: 2290 Palisades Center Drive
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