As 2011 draws to a memorable close, we at Prospectus Berco are anxiously looking forward to the coming year. It is said that as you journey through life, take time to celebrate successes and appreciate life’s blessings. Well for this amazing corporation, 2012 marks our 35th year as a provider of services for people with intellectual disabilities or other special needs, and we have a lot to celebrate! A 35th Anniversary Committee has been formed whose mission it is to shape a year of celebration, special recognition, and heightening the community’s awareness about the great value Prospectus Berco brings to Berks County. While plans are still in the development phase, the committee is generating wide-spread excitement with word of fun-filled networking events and a very special 35th anniversary gathering. Please look for news about upcoming activities to mark our anniversary on our Website and in our newsletter throughout 2012.
Founded in the spring of 1977 with a vision of making a significant difference in the lives of people with disabilities, Prospectus Berco continues to distinguish itself as a leader in the service delivery field today. Through the provision of a wide array of innovative residential, family support, and day services geared at building competencies, fostering valuable relationships, and supporting life-enhancing experiences, we continue to change lives through our caring. During this anniversary year we will be sharing our stories of people achieving success, of people becoming valued members of their community, of people enjoying their lives. After 35 years I can truly say that the success of this corporation is due to the strong partnership of individuals receiving services, families, volunteers, and professionals all focused on that shared vision.
In the words of Eleanor Roosevelt, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” These words absolutely describe all of the partners at Prospectus Berco. Successfully shaping the destiny of this organization as well as the destiny of the men, women, and children that we serve has been 35 years of believing in their dreams as we inspired them to lead meaningful lives. I guess you could say that is exactly what we are celebrating—35 Years of Inspiring Meaningful Lives!