Our Journey and Purpose

Since its founding over 20 years ago, ADAPEI de la Sarthe has been committed to fostering inclusion, autonomy, and well-being for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide guidance, resources, and social support, creating a community where everyone can thrive.
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ADAPEI de la Sarthe is an organization dedicated to supporting families and individuals affected by intellectual disabilities. For years, we have worked alongside families, caregivers, and professionals to provide comprehensive guidance, resources, and social support, ensuring that every person—child, adolescent, or adult—can live a life of dignity, inclusion, and autonomy. Through collaboration with national networks such as URAPEI and UNAPEI, ADAPEI de la Sarthe strengthens its capacity to advocate, educate, and support communities across the region.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower families caring for individuals with intellectual disabilities while promoting inclusion, well-being, and autonomy for those individuals. ADAPEI de la Sarthe provides a combination of practical support, social guidance, and advocacy to help families navigate complex systems of care and create environments where people with disabilities can thrive.

Our core objectives include:

  1. Supporting Families: We assist families in accessing the resources, care, and services they need, offering guidance, counseling, and emotional support to help them navigate the challenges of caregiving.

  2. Promoting Inclusion: We work to ensure that people with intellectual disabilities have access to educational, professional, and social opportunities, fostering integration into all aspects of community life.

  3. Enhancing Autonomy: Through personalized programs and skill-building initiatives, we empower individuals to develop independence, make informed choices, and participate actively in their own lives.

  4. Advocacy and Awareness: We raise awareness about intellectual disabilities, promote rights and protections, and advocate for policies and practices that support inclusion, accessibility, and equity.

Through these efforts, ADAPEI de la Sarthe ensures that both individuals with disabilities and their families are supported, informed, and empowered.

Our Vision

We envision a society where intellectual disabilities are fully understood, accepted, and accommodated, and where every person has the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent life. Our vision is a community in which families are supported, individuals are empowered, and inclusion is a reality rather than an aspiration.

Through our work, we strive to:

  • Strengthen networks of care and support that respond to the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.

  • Promote social, educational, and professional integration to ensure equal opportunities for all.

  • Foster collaboration among local organizations, policymakers, and community members to create inclusive environments.

  • Encourage a culture of respect, understanding, and advocacy for the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities.

Our Values

ADAPEI de la Sarthe is guided by a set of core values that define our work and relationships:

  1. Respect: Every individual deserves dignity, recognition, and understanding, regardless of ability or background.

  2. Inclusion: We are committed to creating opportunities for participation, access, and engagement in all areas of community life.

  3. Empowerment: We support individuals and families in developing confidence, skills, and independence.

  4. Solidarity: Caregiving and support are collective responsibilities, and we foster mutual aid and collaboration among families and communities.

  5. Integrity: We operate transparently, ethically, and responsibly, ensuring trust and accountability in all our actions.

  6. Advocacy: We actively promote the rights, needs, and voices of individuals with intellectual disabilities to influence policy and social change.

What We Do

ADAPEI de la Sarthe provides a broad spectrum of services designed to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families:

  • Guidance and Counseling: Personalized support for families, helping them navigate educational, medical, and social systems.

  • Resource Provision: Assistance in accessing care, services, therapies, and financial support tailored to individual needs.

  • Educational and Social Programs: Initiatives that promote skill development, autonomy, and social participation for children, adolescents, and adults.

  • Family Support Networks: Creating spaces for families to connect, share experiences, and find mutual encouragement and advice.

  • Advocacy and Awareness Campaigns: Working to raise public understanding, influence policies, and ensure that the rights of individuals with intellectual disabilities are upheld.

Our Commitment

ADAPEI de la Sarthe is committed to ensuring that no family or individual faces the challenges of intellectual disability alone. We strive to provide holistic, compassionate support that empowers families, enhances autonomy, and fosters inclusion. Our dedication is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to the care, guidance, and opportunities necessary for a meaningful and fulfilling life.