Issue link: https://nebusinessmedia.uberflip.com/i/1467797
96 W o r c e s t e r 3 0 0 : C i t y o f I n n o v a t o r s S even Hills Foundation & Affiliates has a long history of caring for people who have the ability to thrive when given the support, respect, and dignity that we all deserve. e basic principle of serving others is the cornerstone of the Foundation upon which Seven Hills is built. Since a group of parents in Central Massachusetts came together to advocate for their children with disabilities in 1953, the momentum of advocacy and social justice has grown exponentially. Seven Hills Foundation now stands as an Integrated Network of Health and Human Services—one of the most dynamic and comprehensive agencies in the country. With over 190 locations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and eight countries abroad, Seven Hills is the premier provider of comprehensive support for people with significant life challenges. Delivering dynamic clinical, educational, social, and behavioral health services. Seven Hills' services cover a wide spectrum of health and social care for people of all ages and abilities through three pillars of service: • Child and Family Supports • Community Supports • Clinical and Behavioral Health Our range of supports addresses developmental milestones; childcare; pediatric skilled nursing; education; developmental disability supports; brain injury supports; sports, recreation, and social opportunities; workforce development; inclusive arts; assistive technology; family supports; community-based residential options, residential treatment; behavioral health services; supports for seniors, and more. e Seven Hills Behavioral Health System of Care has an open door for each person who comes to us for help, connecting them to the supports and services they need to thrive in their quest to be well. Our behavioral health providers offer expanded accessible care, either in-person at one of our Department of Public Health (DPH)-licensed clinics, in the home or community, or through our telehealth options. Children and adults who need medically intensive interventions are supported with clinical expertise and compassion in the least restrictive environments, with care second to none. People with disabilities and other life challenges, like poverty or trauma, are given the educational support and services they need to meet success head-on in pursuit of their dreams. Seven Hills' professional staff are trained to counsel, educate, and empower families so they are better prepared to weather life's challenges. At all times, access to one's own community of choice is supported and encouraged, enabling people to live valued and meaningful lives. Seven Hills Foundation makes all this possible through the servant leadership of its 4,600 professional employees, who represent 58 different countries from around the globe. e value of diversity and respect for each person's gis is the fabric of our culture. Quality is the hallmark of Seven Hills e professionals that comprise Seven Hills Foundation are the reason that we consistently rank among the top 1% of like programs across our areas of service. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our client satisfaction, our community partners, and accreditor reviews. e quality of our infrastructure, technology, program sites, and community homes, sets the standard in our health and human services sector. Working teams of clinicians and program managers from across the Foundation's 14 affiliates develop clinical protocols and processes leading to the highest quality and effectiveness of care. As we near our 70th Anniversary in 2023, our Seven Hills team is steadfast in our commitment to upholding our Core Values: Respect & Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Service to Others. At Seven Hills Foundation we SEE possibilities, BELIEVE in abilities, and help people ACHIEVE their dreams. n SEVEN HILLS FOUNDATION & AFFILIATES: Celebrating Nearly 70 Years Supporting People to Be Well 81 Hope Avenue, Worcester, MA 01603 508-755-2340 Sevenhills.org David A. Jordan, DHA, President Year Founded: 1953 S P O N S O R E D P R O F I L E S