Everything is possible. That's not a slogan—it's what we believe, and it's what drives every decision we make.
Since 1979, OHI has been built on a single conviction: that every person, regardless of their challenges, has the capacity to grow, contribute, and live a meaningful life in their community. With the right support, the right people, and the right environment, everything is possible.
These are the values that guide us.
Choice is Everything
We believe that every person has the right to design their own life. That means choosing where to live, who to live with, how to spend their time, and what kind of work to pursue. It means owning property, setting goals, and dreaming big. Our role is never to decide what's best for someone — it's to provide whatever support they need to decide for themselves. We champion independence not as an outcome we deliver, but as a right we protect.
Rights Are Non-Negotiable
Every person we support has the right to be treated with dignity, to live free from discrimination and ridicule, to work and play, and to age in the community of their choice. These are not ideals we aspire to—they are standards we hold ourselves to every single day. We use the most positive and least restrictive approaches in everything we do, and we advocate fiercely on behalf of the people we serve—while empowering them to advocate for themselves. OHI, alongside families, guardians, and state and federal partners, shares a collective responsibility to make those rights real.
Our People Make It Possible
The work of OHI lives in the hands of our employees—and their value is immeasurable. We believe our staff are multi-faceted professionals who deserve ongoing training, strong professional networks, and a work environment built on respect, ethics, and genuine collaboration. We hold ourselves to a high standard: flexible, team-oriented, ethically grounded, and relentlessly positive. A thriving workplace isn't a luxury—it's the foundation from which great care is delivered.
Education Never Stops
We believe informed people change the world. That means continuously educating the individuals we support, their families, neighbors, and employers so they can advocate effectively—for themselves and others. It means our staff staying current on policy trends, research, and best practices so OHI can contribute to the field at every level, from the communities we serve in Maine to the national conversations shaping the future of disability and behavioral health services.
Safety Is the Foundation
Everyone deserves to feel safe—at home, at work, and in their community. We encourage the people we support to make healthy, informed, and empowered choices about every aspect of their lives, and we work hard to provide an environment where both the individuals we serve and the staff who serve them can thrive without fear.
We Never Stop Improving
OHI was not built to stay the same. We are committed to constant growth—assessing what we do, learning from what we see, and expanding our capabilities so the quality of our support keeps pace with the needs of the people who count on us. That commitment to improvement is, at its heart, a commitment to the people we serve. And it always will be.