Company Profile
Company Overview
WE ENABLE:
Families to meet their full obligation to society.
WE OFFER EACH CHILD:
Our full commitment, regardless of obstacles;
A belief in their positive self-worth;
A safe place to be;
The opportunity to experience a relationship with at least one unconditionally caring adult.
WE PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY:
The return of each youth entrusted to use with the ability to become a contributing citizen;
Education regarding the condition of children and families;
Resources to assist in supporting and preserving natural families;
Full accountability;
Effectiveness and relevance as we keep our founder’s with “to serve 1,000 years.”
Company History
Changing Live, Saving Lives,
Building Hope for Youth and Families.
Since 1950, Ettie Lee Youth and Family Services has been driven by an unwavering commitment to children and families in need. A pioneer in the field of child welfare, this organization has helped thousands of youngsters rebuild their lives and heal the pain of abuse, abandonment and neglect.
This history of accomplishments dates back half a century to Miss Ettie Lee, a Los Angeles high-school teacher who founded the first group home in America. Miss lee went on to build a network of facilities that served as loving, safe, rehabilitation havens for displaced and troubled youngsters.
The nonprofit organization that bears her name has since evolved into a multi-dimensional agency serving girls, boys and families throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Ettie Lee Youth & Family Services current commitment of care includes:
* Nine nurturing residential care centers for displaced boys, ages 8 to 18;
* Treatment Foster Family Agency that finds loving, fully certified families for girls and boys, from infancy to age 18;
* Evidence-based treatment program.