Our Vision, Misson & Philosophy

kcs Association provides a variety of programs and services to children, youth, adults and their families. Serving Sylvan Lake and the surrounding communities since 1978, kcs Association is staffed by a skilled & dedicated team of professionals. Together with parents, volunteers, community members and agencies, kcs Association supports the growth and development of all children, youth and adults.

OUR VISION

A community strengthened through achievements of its members of all abilities.

OUR MISSION

To meet the individual needs of children, youth, adults, and their families through collaborative partnerships, quality supports & services and by maintaining a skilled & dedicated team of professionals.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe in:

• The uniqueness and dignity of each person
• The inclusion of each person with their own unique gifts & capabilities
• Supporting the person as an individual & the family as a whole
• Fostering connections of each person and their family with resources in the community
• Working with each person, their families and social networks to ensure safety and wellbeing
• Recognizing & appreciating the efforts of each person, their supporters and staff
• Teamwork & the importance of good communication
• Fun, laughter & play as the essential ingredients to positive learning & enhanced self- esteem