The story of New Vision Educational Development is a true Made-in-America narrative, initiated by Dr. Boyer Cross’s common goal of enhancing the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities. Initially focusing on education, NVED’s services expanded over the years to meet evolving needs. Presently, the organization offers a diverse range of services, including:
- Home and center-based early intervention services for preschool-aged children in physical, occupational.
- Daily living services catering to adults with severe developmental delays.
- Community resources addressing self-help skills, academics, social skills, and safety orientation.
- Employment programs providing practical training and job placement.
- Crisis intervention and defensive driving training for direct care workers.
- Pet therapy program.
- Inter-generational housing, fostering family unity.
- Vocational and residential services tailored for adults and children dealing with severe mental illnesses.
- Transportation services facilitating access to day treatment programs and activities.
- Focus on offering assistive technology for promoting safer and healthier lifestyles.
This holistic approach underscores NVED’s commitment to ensuring that individuals facing challenges have access to a spectrum of services aimed at fostering their well-being, independence, and overall quality of life.
OUR MISSION
Dedicated to serving and empowering our members, our mission is to facilitate their pursuit of purpose in life and help them achieve their utmost potential. We achieve this by delivering exceptional care, mentorship, advocacy, and instilling values in the individuals we serve.
OUR VISION As an organization, team, and family, our vision revolves around creating an environment characterized by diligent, intelligent, and compassionate staff. This environment fosters independence, leading to growth and new opportunities for our members. We encourage our members to embrace a self-fulfilling life, exploring passions, enhancing interpersonal skills, spirituality, and addressing individualized needs.
We aspire to establish thriving homes that reflect our organization’s pride when presented to visiting families and friends. Our approach prioritizes a “Good Enough for Me” mentality in direct care, treating our members as cherished family members. At the core of our organization, caring is not just a practice but a deeply ingrained culture.
OUR HISTORY NVED, a Non-profit organization founded by Dr. Boyer Cross PhD in 2020, traces its roots to his early experiences caring for children with autism. Driven by a sense of purpose to serve individuals with disabilities and foster children, Dr. Boyer Cross has over 15 years of experience providing residential services in Arizona. The culmination of this journey led to the establishment of New Vision Educational Development in Glendale, Arizona.
Continuing its commitment, NVED provides a range of services in Arizona, including Residential (DDD) / (DCS), Behavioral Health, and Assisted Living services. The compassion and support extended to NVED members reflect Dr. Boyer Cross Vision, shaping the organization’s ethos.
CORE VALUES
- Values: Embrace a culture of valuing every member and staff with unwavering support, respect, and dignity.
- Empowerment: Empower every member and staff to reach their fullest potential and independence within our organization.
- Mentors: Provide mentorship to every member and staff, helping them build and enhance their skills and address weaknesses.
- Advocates: Advocate for every member and staff to continue growing and thriving within our organization and the community.