Statement from CEO Robert Marx

"Believing in the resilience of youth and the strength of families, the Rosemont Center mission is to turn young lives around when life hurts."

"Believing in the resilience of youth" reminds us that no young person is disposable regardless of their appearance, language, behavior, history or attitude.  At Rosemont, we believe that every young person has the potential to be successful if they can find that special, caring adult in their life.  Rosemont provides not only that caring adult, but also provides the other assets that youth need: educational skills, positive peer relationships, constructive use of leisure time, a sense of family and community, and hope.

"Strength of families" keeps Rosemont focused on the health, strength, capabilities, and competence of families that exist even when hidden during times of crisis.  Rosemont understands that youth do not have problems in isolation, but sees the family not as the problem, but the source of solutions for the child and family.

"When life hurts" can be experienced in many ways for youth: abuse, neglect, sadness and depression, failure at home and school, drug or alcohol abuse, loss of parents to violence, jail or death.  Anger, aggression, disrespect, and hurtful behaviors to self and others are visible signs of how much life hurts for some youth in our community.

Spirituality remains a cornerstone of the Rosemont philosophy; not through preaching or proselytizing, but through helping youth discover there is something in the universe greater than they.  Discovery of that greater power, in whatever way they come to understand God, provides a sense of hope.  Hope that their life can be turned around and that the future holds promise.  Rosemont is special because youth and families find the belief in their self-worth reflected in the eyes and hearts of staff members, even during their most difficult times.  The unconditional care and commitment youth find at Rosemont reflects a loving and caring Creator.