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Valley Achievement Center

Bakersfield, CA
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www.autism-vac.org

    • About Us

    Mission Statement

    Our mission is to empower individuals on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental disabilities, to achieve the highest quality of life.

    Vision Statement

    Our Vision is to be recognized as the leading agency in California that empowers individuals on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental disabilities, to achieve their full potential.

    Core Values

    • Demonstrate integrity in all that we do.
    • Respect all individuals.
    • Strive for continuous improvement in the services we provide.
    • Utilize proven research-based interventions.
    • Expect and acknowledge excellent performance.
    • Encourage communication, teamwork and collaboration between all stakeholders.
    • Create a work environment where employees have fun and enjoy their work.

    Mission Statement

    Our mission is to empower individuals on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental disabilities, to achieve the highest quality of life.

    Vision Statement

    Our Vision is to be recognized as the leading agency in California that empowers individuals on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental disabilities, to achieve their full potential.

    Core Values

    • Demonstrate integrity in all that we do.
    • Respect all individuals.
    • Strive for continuous improvement in the services we provide.
    • Utilize proven research-based interventions.
    • Expect and acknowledge excellent performance.
    • Encourage communication, teamwork and collaboration between all stakeholders.
    • Create a work environment where employees have fun and enjoy their work.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Children & Youth
    • Disability
    • Education
    • Job & Workplace
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

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