Family Service & Children's Aid Society of Venango County

1887 to 2010...123 Years of
'Leading our Community in the Provision of Comprehensive Human Services'

"Family Service & Children's Aid Society will be a leader in the provision of comprehensive human services for our community through our commitment to excellence, accountability and adaptability."

"To provide individuals and families opportunities to reach their full potential in a community that embraces differences."

Clarion County
Crawford County
Forest County
Venango County
P.O. Box 25
Clarion, PA 16214
814-764-6286
1243 Liberty Street
Suite 313
Franklin, PA 16323
814-432-3466716 E. Second Street
Oil City, PA 16301
814-677-4005
29 Pearl Avenue
Oil City, PA 16301
814-676-9940
208 W. Spring Street
Titusville, PA 16354
814-827-3649

Welcome to Family Service & Children's Aid Society
of Venango County

Established in 1887, Family Service & Children's Aid Society is a private, not-for-profit 501 (c) 3, multi-service agency. The Agency serves the citizens of our community and surrounding counties with a wide variety of comprehensive human services. Quality assured programs are provided targeting issues relating to mental health, promoting healthy behaviors, substance abuse, prevention and education, and domestic and sexual violence to meet the needs of children, individuals, and families. Many services are provided directly by the Agency while others are a result of collaborations with other health and human service agencies, county administration, law enforcement, hospital-based agencies, and school prevention programs.

Programs offered include:

Adoption	MH/MR Home & Community Habilitation	PPC Violence Free Network Toll Free 24-Hour Hotline 1-800-243-4944
Alternatives to Violence	The HEIGHTS Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters	Oil City PREP Program
Drug & Alcohol Programs	PPC Violence Free Network & Shelter
Family Foundations Program	Supervised Visitation
General Counseling	Venango Fatherhood Initiative

Each program is uniquely designed with the goal of achieving superior outcomes for the consumers we serve. Throughout the years, we have continued to focus on the needs of our consumers through professional therapeutic programs and support services designed around our mission, vision, and values providing an important sense of excellence, accountability, and adaptability. Services are delivered in accordance with the licensing standards established by PA Medical Assistance and Department of Welfare, Bureau of Drug and Alcohol (BDAP) and Value Behavioral Health, PA to help people achieve their goals and to improve their lives by providing information, guidance, and direction.

We hope that as you browse through this web site, you'll find it informative and helpful. We have provided information on drugs of abuse, crisis contacts, and links to many other sites that will give you additional information about the services that are available. Our staff of professionals is here to assist you with any questions you may have.

The provision of services and/or referrals of consumers of Family Service &
Children's Aid Society of Venango County is made without regard to race, disability,
color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry,
citizenship or veteran status.

"Family Services & Children's Aid Society is an equal opportunity provider and employer."

Big Brothers Big Sisters

"Little Moments...Big Magic"

PPC Violence Free Network

"A Multi-Service Network for Victims in Crisis"

Venango Fatherhood Initiative

"Fathers working together to improve the lives of their children"

OUR VALUES...
Service - We help people achieve their goals and improve their lives by providing a variety of human services to meet their needs and those of our community.	Respect - We provide an environment where open communication is supported, diversity is appreciated, and positive regard is displayed towards everyone.	Confidentiality - We hold an individual's right to privacy in the highest regard, protecting this right in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.	Integrity - We are committed to the highest standards of ethical, legal, and moral conduct. We believe integrity is the basis for community trust.	Leadership - We recognize our responsibility to provide information, guidance, and direction. We will make informed decisions, creating an atmosphere that inspires effective communication, fosters partnerships, and models dynamic leadership.	Teamwork - We work together in a cooperative effort toward common goals to produce outcomes stronger than could be achieved by individuals.