RAYS Vision & Mission & Values
Strategic Focus
We at RAYS value our history of experience and partnerships in the Renton, Tukwila, and South King County communities. It is our long-term connection and presence in these communities that gives us a richer and fuller understanding of the challenges faced by the children and families we serve. We continually focus on the relevancy of our work by researching community needs, assessing program/service effectiveness, implementing effective service models, and seeking input from community stakeholders.
We at RAYS are guided in our work by our stated vision, mission, and values:
Vision:
"Every family living in health and hope within a supportive community."
Mission:
"To positively impact the lives of children and to strengthen families by providing family support, substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and violence prevention education in South King County."
Values:
RAYS values...
Partnerships with our neighbors including families, communities, schools, businesses, other social service providers and legal entities.
Responding to needs of our communites, families, and children/youth by focusing on their strengths.
Self sufficiency in families resulting from the support, hope, and services provided.
Genuinely impacting lives for the better by focusing on the quality, intensity, proven service models of effectiveness, and flexibility in service locations.
Primary prevention in the early years of a child's life.
Potential of changing the lives of "at-risk" youth for the better
Diversity by respecting the integrity, values, and uniqueness of all children and families.
Being a community resource to children and families during their most vulnerable times.
If you have input regarding a community need or our strategic focus please contact Executive Director Richard Brooks at 425-271-5600 ext. 30 or richardb@rays.org.