Vision statement:

A vision statement tells us what we want the world to look like as a result of our work. It tells us how we want to be. A vision should inspire and focus energy. A vision is the result we want to create.

“We are committed to creating healthy and secure communities by providing
and developing services that promote interdependence, acknowledge the
importance of natural support systems, and are client centered ."

Mission Statement:

A mission statement tells us what we see as our role, who the client or customer is and what the benefit of our work will be.

"To provide an array of financial and social services that will maintain or enhance the quality of life for all persons served. These services will be provided in a manner that is responsive to needs using the resources available and accessible by the agency and partner organizations."

Core beliefs:

Our beliefs are what we cherish or hold to be true.

Clients are the focus of everything we do
Inter-dependence is valued and natural support systems are essential to full, healthy functioning of all individuals
The helping process focuses on a consumers’ strengths, interests, abilities, and competencies as a means of addressing one’s deficits, problems and areas of need.
Human beings have the capacity to learn, grow and change.
The consumer and staff relationship is one of collaboration, mutuality and partnership.
Multicultural sensitivity, understanding and respect is critical to the helping process.
Quality is important – continuous improvement and professional development s essential to success
Staff involvement in decision making and program service delivery is a way of life.
Society benefits when all members are able to fully participate in their communities.
Promotion of a healthy staff focused balance of work and family is necessary for high quality service delivery
Collaboration with other organizations is essential
An informed citizenry is necessary for good government

Values:

Our values tell us what is important as a result of what we believe

Values that relate to one’s self: courage, self-discipline, integrity, creativity, humor, efficiency
Values that relate to others: loyalty, generosity, empathy, honesty, adaptability, respect, empowerment, cooperation, communication
Values that relate to the community: idealism, compassion, responsibility, balance, fairness, cultural awareness, service, collaboration, family focused