The main objective of North Tipperary Disability Support Service CLG
The main objective for which the company is established is to engage in the empowerment of persons with physical and sensory disabilities through promoting the development of an appropriate range of personal assistance services aimed at removing attitudinal and material restrictions that unnecessarily limit the lives of such persons.
NOTICE OF NTDSS’ 2021 AGM: 26 AUGUST 2021, 5:30PM
Our Core Values
All of NTDSS’ work is driven by the values that we stand for
Our services are underpinned by dignity and respect
Wherever possible, we promote a Service User driven service that is meaningful and relevant
We believe in a Rights based approach
All of our services are delivered with integrity, accountability and transparency
The independence of our Service Users is vital
Participation in community life is a fundamental right for all
We work in partnership with all relevant stakeholders
Personal Assistants
North Tipperary Disability Support Service provides a Personal Assistant service for persons with disabilities across North Tipperary.North Tipperary Disability Support Service provides a Personal Assistant service for persons with disabilities across North Tipperary.
After being referred to NTDSS, every prospective new Service User meets with our service supervisor to explain exactly what their needs are, and exactly what kind of assistance would be most relevant to them. If NTDSS is then able to find a Personal Assistant who would be a good fit, our team will then work with the new Service User and their Personal Assistant to draw up a detailed service plan.After being referred to NTDSS, every prospective new Service User meets with our service supervisor to explain exactly what their needs are, and exactly what kind of assistance would be most relevant to them. If NTDSS is then able to find a Personal Assistant who would be a good fit, our team will then work with the new Service User and their Personal Assistant to draw up a detailed service plan.
At all stages, it is vital that any service is led by the Service User. It is the role of NTDSS to understand the needs of its Service Users and to help them achieve a better quality of life and a greater degree of independence.At all stages, it is vital that any service is led by the Service User. It is the role of NTDSS to understand the needs of its Service Users and to help them achieve a better quality of life and a greater degree of independence.
The Philosophy of Indendent Living
Indendent Living asserts the right of all persons regardless of age, type or extent of disability to live in the community…with all the duties and privileges that this entails.
“The essence of Independent Living is the freedom to make decisions about your own life and to participate fully in your community” (John Evans, Independent Living Conference, London, 1989).
“The cornerstone of Independent Living Philosophy is… control and choice… Systems advoacy is of ultimate importance because some choices for disabled people still need to be created” (Cassie Holden, 2000 Vision Statement, Birmingham).
Our Mission
North Tipperary Disability Support Service is an organisation that seeks to empower people with disabilities to enhance their quality of life by: