(1) Insures active participation of clients in service planning, decision making and service delivery;
(2) Empowers direct service workers to gain access to a broad continuum of services and flexible funding to meet the needs of individuals and families served;
(3) Pools funds of multiple service delivery agencies;
(4) Generates policies for program planning and implementation at the community level rather than mandating policies at the state level; and
(5) Supports and enhances family harmony with the goal of preserving the health and integrity of all family units. [1991 c.359 §2; 1995 c.800 §2]