Renton Area Youth & Family Services

Vision: All youth and families in our community have the resources, support and strength they need to recover from substance abuse, mental health issues and other serious life challenges. Mission: Our mission is to strengthen the lives of children, youth and families by restoring hope and stability in the face of emotional conflict, substance abuse and poverty. In partnership with our community, we transform the lives of kids and families through comprehensive counseling, training and support. Values: * Professionalism: Dynamic approaches that effectively address children and family needs * Integrity: Experienced, educated, certificated practitioners using innovative approaches resulting in positive outcomes * Cultural competency: A continuous process to develop awareness, knowledge and skills, recognizing the benefits and appreciating the differences among people in our community * Positive outcomes: Working with children and families in identifying and attaining their goals * Partnership-building: Strengthening collaborative relationships to maximize resources of families * Learning environment: Fostering an atmosphere that nurtures leading edge practices