Mission
Statement
Lake Shore Behavioral Health, Inc. promotes self-sufficiency, mental
wellness and recovery, and an enhanced quality of life for all individuals
with mental illnesses and chemical abuse disorders by providing
effective, accessible and culturally sensitive services.
Vision Statement
All residents of Western New York will have easy access to a full
continuum of high quality behavioral health treatment and recovery
services, which they can utilize without fear of stigma or discrimination.
Our Beliefs
Mental illness and chemical dependencies are treatable disorders from
which individuals can recover.
Persons with mental illnesses and chemical abuse disorders can have
a high quality of life, with proper rehabilitation and supports.
Public advocacy is necessary to combat the stigma of mental illness
and chemical dependency.
Inclusion of peers, families and significant others in services promotes
successful outcomes.
Partnerships must be established with all who have a stake in an individual's
recovery.
Services must be culturally relevant and sensitive.
Services must be integrated into the community to be effective.
Our staff is out most important asset.
New and innovative programs must be explored to achieve improved outcomes
in the future.
Integration of health care and behavioral health services is necessary.
Collaborative efforts offer opportunities to improve services and
achieve greater efficiencies. |