GREETINGS -

Welcome to the United Advocates for Children and Families (UACF) Web site. This Web site has been designed by parents who have children in the public mental health system. It was designed to provide support and information for parents whose children receive mental health services.

Vision Statement

Inspire Hope and Courage

Mission Statement

Promote the emotional, behavioral and social well-being of children, youth and families through transformational leadership.

Seven Principles That Guide Our Work

Family Driven, Hope Centered and Youth Guided

Full Domain and Environment of the Child

Community Based Support Services

Culturally and Linguistically Competent

Prevention and Early Intervention

Strength Based Intervention

Interagency Collarboration

Our Goals are:

To Provide a Voice for Family Members

Empower Family Members and Health Care Professionals Through Training and Technical Assistance

To Form Stategic Partnerships to Leverage Local and Statewide Resources

UACF Board of Directors

UACF CEO and Staff

UACF Founding Mothers and History