Helping children, youth and families.
A CARF Certified Organization
Blue sky is an organization dedicated to helping children and youth. Based in Newfoundland and Labrador, we are constantly evolving to provide specialized care services in support of children and families.
Our staff consists of 300 people working in a variety of roles throughout the province. We’ve grown from humble beginnings as a care provider in crisis situations to the first accredited child and youth care residential program provider in the province.
At Blue sky we are proud of our people and the work they have done and continue to do to help hundreds of children and families in difficult times.
Commitment to Best Practice
In an ideal world, we wouldn’t need to have residential care programs for children and youth. But we all know that we don’t live in an ideal world. Sometimes, families need extra help and support.
Blue sky has become a leading practice organization by learning from those who are experts in residential care. We have adopted our Children and Residential Experiences (CARE) practice framework and our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) programs from the Residential Child Care Project at Cornell University - internationally recognized as a leader in residential care.
At Blue sky we recognize that theoretical frameworks are not enough to ensure excellent care, so in 2012 we voluntarily sought third-party accreditation from Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Accreditation is a way of demonstrating that an organization has checks and balances in place to ensure quality care.
Our Mission
Blue sky is committed to helping children and families when they need us. We offer support and care for children and families to reach their full potential through a range of programs and services. We commit to our work with integrity and desire for positive change and growth.
Our Vision
To provide our children nurturing care, create opportunities for play and learning, and build strong families and communities.
Our Values
We put kids first.
Good enough isn’t good enough.
Relationships matter.
It’s hard but worth it.
Laugh, loud, often.
Today is a new day.
Want to learn more? We’d love to hear from you!
