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PROGRAM INFO
REFER A YOUTH
GET INVOLVED

Our mission at S.T.A.R.S. is to empower youth in need of overcoming traumatic histories

by developing safety and stabilization, resiliency and independent living skills.

Vision

Our vision is to cultivate a community of supports where youth feel respected, cared for, and have access to every opportunity that allows them to realize their full potential.

 

Values

  • Safety and Resilience – we are committed to fostering the belief that every individual can heal and recover from trauma. We support individuals in developing resiliency by providing:

    • Physical and psychological safety

    • Services that promote trustworthiness and transparency

    • Trauma education and skill building

 

  • Dignity and Respect – we are committed to recognizing, respecting, supporting, and protecting the dignity rights of individuals by providing:

    • Individualized service plans

    • Least-restrictive therapeutic interventions consistent with an individual’s need for services and safety

    • Services that are sensitive and responsive to cultural, historical and gender issues

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  • Meaningful Engagement – we committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and mutuality, where healing happens in relationships and in the meaningful sharing of power and decision-making. We encourage partnership and therapeutic investment by providing:

    • Support to individuals in cultivating self-advocacy skills

    • Workforce development for staff that is organized to foster empowerment

    • Support to families and other key caregivers to foster active participation in their youth’s treatment

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