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Mission, Vision and Core Values

Shelter House's mission is to break the cycle of homelessness for families and victims of domestic violence in Fairfax County by providing crisis intervention, temporary housing and supportive services to promote self sufficiency.

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Our vision is to be the premier organization in eliminating homelessness by empowering families to reach their full potential.

Shelter House incorporates the following core values in all of our work: 

Collaboration:

We believe that effective communication, cooperation and teamwork improves the quality of our work and the outcomes of those we serve.

 

Accountability:

We are responsible for professional decisions, actions, and services.  We are dedicated to acting in a responsive, trust-worthy, open-minded and reliable manner.

 

Respect:

We value the diversity and uniqueness of the individual and believe in everyone's talents and abilities.

 

Empowerment:

We are committed to helping people reach their full potential by providing them with tools, resources and support. 

 

* We are committed to living out our core values in all our interactions with our clients, each other and the community.