Core Values
- The system of care is child-centered and family-focused.
- The system of care is community-based.
- The system of care program is culturally competent.
- The families or caregivers of these children are full participants in all aspects of the planning and delivery of services.
- Children with complex social and emotional needs (SED) have access to a comprehensive array of services that address the child's physical, emotional, social, and educational needs within the least restrictive, and normative environment that is clinically appropriate.
- Children with SED receive integrated and coordinated services with linkages among those agencies involved in the development and implementation of these services.
- The system of care program promotes early identification and intervention of children with SED.
- Children with SED will be ensured smooth transitions to the adult service system as they reach maturity.
- The rights of children with SED must be protected.
- Children with SED receive services without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, physical disability, etc.