BERKSHIRE CHILDREN

18 Degrees is where the sun stands just below the horizon at daybreak. It's more dark than light in that moment, and hard to see the way forward. At 18 Degrees - formerly Berkshire Children and Families - it's our mission and privilege to meet people at that point, with the promise that for them, for all of us, the light will grow from the start of each new day... Our approach with folks is to start with questions about their goals - their dreams. Our work is to guide them to the resources, skills, and support that will help them reach their goals. This is not a typical conversation for social service agencies, but it is one that is central to our mission of Every child in a family. Every family in a community. Focusing on hopes and dreams helps those we serve to see that new beginnings are possible... For more than 130 years, our organization has been a critical resource for the young people and families in our communities. And from 1887 to today, we have adapted to meet the..

Primary location: Pittsfield United States