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To provide programs, services and support for people with developmental disabilities so they can realize their full potential as human beings and contributing members of their community.
In concert with the State of New York, community leaders and the families of those we serve, continue to develop innovative and accommodating programs, services and supports to promote the personal growth of the people we serve.
To seek progressive legislation and sufficient funding in order to provide the highest quality of care, and in turn to protect the right of our constituents and their families to access appropriate care.
To focus on its position as a leader in the field develop strategies to have a positive influence on the future of services for people with developmental disabilities.

In the early 1970s, a series of televised reports graphically exposed to a shocked public the inhumane treatment of people with developmental disabilities at Staten Island's Willowbrook Hospital. The images oand the disturbing testimony caused an outcry for reform .

In an historic ruling, the U.S. District Court demanded immediate changes designed to provide improved care. In response, a group of concerned members of the Eastern Long Island community established the Independent Group Home Living Program (IGHL), a not- for-profit agency dedicated the enrichment of the lives of people with developmental disabilities.

Walter W. Stockton was named as IGHL's first Chief Executive Officer and Konrad J. Kuhn became the first Chairperson of the Board of Directors, positions in which they continue to serve. Joining Mr. Kuhn on the board are a group of dedicated members of the community.

	New Interdisciplinary School A creative learning center for children, their familes, and the community.
	Angela's House Association for Technology Dependent Children assisting familes and caring for medically frail children.
	The Flower Barn A nursery and garden center supplying plants and flowers to the community.