As TAIG nears its 25th Anniversary, it is with great pleasure that I recollect our modest beginnings in the East Oak Lane neighborhood in 1984. TAIG was a small group of people who helped 12 individuals with developmental disabilities live as independently as possible.
TAIG has grown from a few employees to 500+ dedicated, professional men and women who make a difference in the lives of over 300 people with disabilities. Our employees are guided by TAIG’s Very Important Principles in their quest to build on the strengths of individuals for their
Jim Murray, former General Manager for the 1980Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles.
How our consumers live, work, learn and socialize can best be captured in a video starring, Jim Murray, former Philadelphia Eagles General Manager for the 1980 Super Bowl Champions, and Anthony Blackson, a long-time resident of TAIG. Jim Murray knows the hard work and courage it takes to have a winning team. He describes TAIG as “the Super Bowl for people in need and an all-star team.” For over 20 years, Anthony Blackson has been with TAIG, and he believes that “TAIG does not take the place of your family; it gives you an additional family.”
As we look to the future, we will continue to be focused on abilities, discovering new talents, and helping one another one step at a time. We are determined to meet the unique needs of our consumers and families with innovative ideas and solutions.
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TAIG V.I.P’s
(Very Important Principles)
Unity
To work together as a team, operating and coming together as one
Respect
To be considerate, while recognizing and valuing each person’s individuality
Creativity
To be flexible and innovative in ideas and actions, removing barriers and fostering success
Idealism
To be open, tell the truth, and inspired to live our mission
Commitment
To make the maximum effort to be responsible and accountable to all
Pride
To take satisfaction in the achievements of ourselves and others
Diversity
To honor differences and view them as strengths
Recognition
To improve morale and spirit by supporting progress and acknowledging achievements
Knowledge
To know our “customers”, our jobs, and ourselves
Quality
To better the lives of the people we serve and our employees through learning,
continuous improvement, and excellence
Waste Not/Want Not
To use resources effectively and efficiently