The Clare Oasis Board of Directors established and annually reviewed the following
operating objectives in service to our clients, residents, community and the
world for the years 2002 until 2005:

Objective 1:        To be an oasis 

      Action Step 1.1:        Provide a place and space where all are welcome

      Action Step 1.2:        Create an environment where one rests the body, mind, spirit and soul 

      Action Step 1.3:        Respect and honor each individual’s story as sacred

      Action Step 1.4:        Design personalized workshops, presentations, teachings and retreat experiences

                                       taking into consideration unique needs,  desires and time availability.

Objective 2:        To model stewardship as a way of life

      Action Step 2.1:        Recognize all: people, creation, things, thoughts and opportunities as gift

      Action Step 2.2:        Make wise decisions about how to most effectively use our opportunities

                                       considering all aspects of life: Time, Abilities, Knowledge, Money and Relationships

      Action Step 2.3:        Cultivate and promote a community-based model of mutual support and service            

      Action Step 2.4:        Demonstrate care for the world by preserving and protecting the environment and

                                       resources that nurture us

Objective 3:        To equip and empower

      Action Step 3.1:        Listen and respond with love, compassion, sensitivity and acceptance to

                                       the hurting, questioning, hungry and individuals seeking a second chance

      Action Step 3.2:        Serve and enable individuals to discover and celebrate their full-potential

                                       and purpose

      Action Step 3.3:        Provide life-skill, spirituality and wellness opportunities that will make a

                                       positive difference in peoples lives        

      Action Step 3.4:       Stock up on caring, healing, training and guiding resources