Strengthening families and individuals while enhancing their
participation in community life.
In the post-World War II era, United Way recommended that a
non-sectarian family counseling social service agency be established in Portland,
Oregon. In 1950 Metropolitan Family Service — then Family Counseling
Service — opened its doors
in response to that recommendation and
local area social concerns.
Over the last century Metropolitan Family Service has moved from a
single service agency to an agency that provides multiple distinct,
but related services that meet the ever-changing needs of the
community. Today those services help children succeed, strengthen
families and their connections to community, and help older adults
live independently.
Our staff of 295 — most of whom work part time — shares our
commitment to professionalism and excellence with 1,400 skilled and
caring volunteers who contribute 160,000 hours in the
Portland, Oregon tri-county area. Metropolitan Family Service makes connections that
strengthen the lives of 30,000 low-income individuals and families
each year. We provide services at more than 160 sites, including
nearly 80 schools.
MFS staff and skilled volunteers provide services to strengthen the
community through proven programs.
- Creating opportunities for children to succeed in their families, in
school, and in the community by providing result-oriented programs
in a safe environment
- Strengthening individuals and families by creating access to
community resources, developing support networks, and offering
proven learning opportunities that work
- Supporting older adults to help them maintain their independence and
connections to the community through friendly visiting services and
living assistance, and creating opportunities for them to volunteer
in the community
- We promote volunteerism, encouraging people who receive our services
to also volunteer in the community
- We provide programs in the community, we go where people
are rather than having them come to us, and we work collaboratively
with community organizations
- We promote individual strength, encouraging
self-sufficiency and independence by helping people build on their
strengths to overcome challenges and benefit others
- We connect people with their community, strengthening
relationships, building new ones, and helping people access
resources to change and improve lives
MFS is a single agency with many programs serving many people.
Metropolitan Family Service is dedicated to building stronger
communities by providing services, connecting people with resources,
and offering volunteer opportunities throughout the Portland area.
To learn more about our individual programs,
visit Services.
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