about US
Our Mission
"Partners working together to strengthen families and support children in achieving their highest potential."
Our History
Organized initially in 1993 as a four-county collaborative, PACT expanded to a five-county collaborative in 2011 through a Joint Powers Agreement signed by the member county boards. The collaborative is governed by a Chief Elected Officials board which meets twice a year and an Executive Board which meets monthly. The collaborative, which addresses the full spectrum of family needs, is located in central Minnesota, serving the five counties of Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, Renville, and Yellow Medicine. PACT for Families covers 3,653 square miles, including the Upper Sioux Community, with a population of 127,548 and over 60 collaborative members.
Beliefs
PACT for Families Collaborative (Putting All Communities Together) is a five county, multi-agency partnership which operates as a Children’s Mental Health Collaborative, and a Family Services Collaborative. Both Family Services and Children’s Mental Health Collaboratives were defined by legislation to design and implement an “integrated local service delivery system” as the Family Services Collaborative legislation called it, or an “integrated service system”, as the Children’s Mental Health Collaborative legislation stipulated. PACT for Families is a unique organization developed by its partners to fill gaps in services and to reduce duplication. The purpose of the Collaborative is to demonstrate that a large, rural agricultural area undergoing rapid demographic and economic upheaval can accomplish wide spread systems change to improve the lives of families. The collaborative continues to evolve and respond to the changing needs of our rural community by creatively addressing gaps supporting sustainable solutions. Membership includes health care, social services, substance abuse treatment, mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, education, and other child serving entities. PACT for Families and its partners are dedicated to changing systems to be more prevention focused, strength driven, and family friendly.
Vision
The PACT for Families Collaborative has a vision of healthy, safe and resilient communities where individuals, families, and children care about and support each other.
Value Statements
-In partnership we suport the development of innovative care models enhancing children's mental health needs by addressing gaps in the service delivery system. -We assure families will always have a voice, will be listened to, encouraged and empowered by embracing strength-based and family-driven practices. -We focus on prevention and early intervention strategies. -We strive for accessibility and cultural equity within our communities. -We believe in the continuous measurement of needs and outcomes while maintaining accountability.
Strategic Goals
1. Parent-child relationships are positive and nurturing. 2. Children’s (including children with SED) functioning will improve in home, school and community. 3. Children diagnosed with mental health problems will have reduced mental health symptoms. 4. Children will receive mental health services before they reach crisis (early intervention). 5. Children with SED will receive needed services in their community and will be able to live at home. 6. Families are supported by their communities. 7. Services and supports (including informal networks, mental health, corrections, family services, public health, families, and education system) will be integrated and coordinated. 8. Mental health services will be provided on a voluntary basis (access, voice, ownership). 9. Parents and children will be satisfied by the services provided by Collaborative Funds and Collaborative Partners.
SINCE 1993
The PACT for Families Collaborative has a vision of healthy, safe and resilient communities where individuals, families, and children care about and support each other.
About PACT for Families
PACT for Families is a pioneering collaboration among various sectors, brought together to address critical gaps in services and revolutionize systems for the betterment of our rural community. Our unique partnership model, representing diverse sectors including healthcare, social services, education, and more, aims to catalyze comprehensive
systems change.
Our Purpose
Filling Gaps, Reducing Duplication: PACT for Families was born from the collective need to fill service gaps while streamlining efforts to avoid duplicating resources. Our focus is on optimizing available resources to provide seamless support to our community.
Catalysts for Change: Situated in a large, rural agricultural area experiencing rapid demographic shifts, we're dedicated to showcasing the transformative power of collaborative efforts in effecting widespread systems change. Our goal is to improve the lives of families by fostering sustainable solutions.
Evolution and Responsiveness
Adapting to Changing Needs: Our collaborative model continuously evolves to meet the dynamic needs of our rural community. We take pride in our agility and adaptability, creatively addressing gaps and consistently supporting sustainable solutions.
Membership Diversity: Membership in PACT for Families spans critical sectors including health care, social services, substance abuse treatment, mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice, education, and other child-serving entities. This diverse membership enriches our approach to creating impactful change.
Core Values
Prevention Focus: PACT for Families is committed to shifting systems towards prevention-focused strategies, aiming to address issues before they escalate.
Strength-Driven Approach: Our approach is centered on recognizing and amplifying the inherent strengths within families and communities, empowering them to thrive.
Family-Centric Solutions: We champion family-friendly initiatives, ensuring that our systems are designed to support and uplift families in every way possible.
Continual Dedication
Systems Change Advocates: PACT for Families and its partners are steadfast in their dedication to transforming systems for the better. We tirelessly advocate for change that prioritizes the well-being of our community.
Driving Meaningful Impact: By fostering collaboration and innovation, we aim to drive meaningful, positive impact within our rural area, setting an example for broader societal change.
Join Our Collaborative Effort
Are you passionate about creating sustainable change in rural communities? Join us in our mission to revolutionize systems and improve the lives of families. Explore partnership opportunities with PACT for Families and be a part of this transformative journey.