Family Service Society, Inc.
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    • Domestic Violence Education and Accountability Program
    • Prevention Services
    • YES Program
  • Professional Training Institute
    • 2/11/26 NEAR Science: Understanding Trauma and Resilience
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    • Message from our Executive Director
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    • Inspirational Quotes
    • Recipes from the Kitchen of the Corning Youth Center
    • Domestic Violence Resources
  • Mary Lou's Sweet Treat Fund

Mission, Vision, and Values

MISSION STATEMENT

Family Service Society, Inc. provides professional counseling and community services that empower individuals and families to deal more effectively with their challenges, enhancing the quality of their lives.

VISION STATEMENT
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Family Service Society, Inc. will be the leader of   professional counseling and community  services. Those we serve will be the focus of all we do and the heart of every decision we make. Our environment will be one of cooperation, respect, trust, creativity, and commitment

VALUES
Planting the seeds for a better tomorrow
 
Compassion - We respond to those we serve and to each other with warmth and kindness.  We build our relationships on a foundation of genuine concern, empathy and care.  In doing so, we build trust with those we serve and plant seeds of hope for a better tomorrow.
 
Empowerment - We work tirelessly to identify and support the development of strengths in those we serve and in each other.  By increasing confidence and resilience in others and ourselves, we are able to overcome life's challenges and storms.
 
Respect - We offer the same unconditional regard to those we serve regardless of their race, religion, sexual orientation, gender or life challenges they bring.  We listen, encourage and acknowledge those we serve and each other. In so doing, we foster an environment where the seeds of hope are watered with validation, confidence and recognition.
 
Integrity - We exhibit honesty and congruence between what we say and what we do. We courageously come alongside families and individuals who are enduring pain and difficult life circumstances.  In walking with those we serve, we give air to the seed of hope.
 
Transparency - We are open with those we serve as we work together. We recognize our duty as a non-profit to be open and honest in all we do with our funders, donors and the larger community. Transparency shines a light on all that we do, nurturing and strengthening the seed that begins to blossom.
 
Excellence - We are continually growing our skills and knowledge while seeking ways to improve and innovate.  Through training, continued education and supervision, we expand our expertise within a data driven approach, allowing us to create better and brighter tomorrows for individuals and families. The blossoms from those beginning seeds begin to grow through our careful tending to ensure a better tomorrow.  


all individuals are valued and respected
At Family Service Society, Inc. we believe in supporting an environment where every individual's potential can flourish. We believe that everyone deserves to feel a sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a welcoming experience where all individuals are valued, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves. We are committed to ongoing education and self-reflection to deepen our understanding of each person’s individuality. By fostering a culture of belonging, we nurture the growth of every individual and cultivate a sense of community where all seeds of potential can blossom.


Family Service Society, Inc.'s Value Proposition Statement
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Click here for a PDF version of the Value Proposition Statement

Telephone

607-962-3148

Email

[email protected]

for comprehensive information and referral to the services and support you need in Steuben. Chemung, Allegany, Schuyler, and Yates Counties Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-346-2211 or visit: www.211helpline.org
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  • Home
  • About
    • Upcoming FSS & Community Events
    • History
    • Mission, Vision, and Values
    • Locations
    • Contact
    • Leadership Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Philosophy on Gratitude
    • Notice of Privacy Practices
  • Programs
    • General Counseling Services >
      • FAQ about Counseling Services
    • Behavioral Health Consultation
    • Corning Youth Center >
      • T.R.E.E. of Dreams Teen Space
      • Kids Cafe
      • Youth Center Newsletters
    • Youth Mentoring of the Southern Tier >
      • Bowl-A-Rama 2026
      • YMST Interview with volunteer Sue Dunn
      • School-Based Mentoring Program Video
      • YMST Newsletters
    • Choice
    • Family Focus
    • Domestic Violence Education and Accountability Program
    • Prevention Services
    • YES Program
  • Professional Training Institute
    • 2/11/26 NEAR Science: Understanding Trauma and Resilience
  • Employment
    • Message from our Executive Director
    • Employee Benefits
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Online Employment Application
  • FSS News & Happenings
    • Newsletter >
      • Feb/March 2018 Newsletter
    • Press Releases
    • Photo & Video Gallery
    • Brochures
  • Donate
  • Resources
    • Inspirational Quotes
    • Recipes from the Kitchen of the Corning Youth Center
    • Domestic Violence Resources
  • Mary Lou's Sweet Treat Fund