Stanford Sierra Youth & Families Information

Stanford Sierra Youth & Families (SSYAF) provides a continuum of care to empower youth and families to overcome challenges together, as well as connects youth in foster care to the permanent loving families they need and deserve. This includes the following array of comprehensive programs: family advocacy and support, behavioral and mental health services, juvenile justice intervention, mentoring, foster care, adoption services, and pre- and post-adoption support. SSYAF supports the entire family with professional treatment and compassionate care, so every youth has the opportunity to thrive at home, in school, and in the community. Mission Transforming lives by nurturing permanent connections and empowering families to solve challenges together, so every child can thrive. Vision We envision our communities with safe, lifelong connections for all young people, built and strengthened through generations of empowered families. Values Compassion, Equity, Excellence, Honor, Integrity, Partnership