Our Mission, Philosophy and Core Values

Our Mission:
The mission of Cunningham Children's Home is to offer emotional, social, educational and spiritual support to children, youth and families by providing a safe, nurturing, therapeutic environment in which individuals may experience personal growth and healing.

Our Vision:
Cunningham Children's Home will help children, youth and families reach their greatest potential by providing the highest quality services.

Our Philosophy:
The philosophy Kids Needs First guides our daily choices and actions while holding us accountable and loyal to our mission. The agency wide treatment model, the Circle of Courage, focuses on bringing dignity to the lives of children by fostering the values of Belonging (attachment), Mastery (achievement), Independence (autonomy), and Generosity (altruism).

Our Core Values:

Integrity
Being ethical, upright, honest and sincere

Respect
Valuing and honoring all people

Teamwork
Demonstrating that our vision can best be realized by working together

Compassion
Having an open mind and caring heart in all endeavors

Excellence
Creating pathways for improvement and growth

Spirituality
Respecting the belief that a power greater than ourselves calls us to serve

Accountability
The responsible stewardship of our time, talent and resources