Judson Center

Mission:
To provide expert, comprehensive services in southeastern Michigan that strengthen children, adults and families impacted by abuse and neglect, autism, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges so they are successful in their communities.

Vision:
We dream of a day when all children and adults are safe and have loving, strong families with the community support they need to make a unique contribution to the world. 

Core Values:
Integrity – doing what is ethical/right, no matter what the situation
Accountability – taking responsibility for your actions
Diversity – celebrating and embracing everyone’s uniqueness
Innovation – exploring creative solutions for the greatest good
Hope – believing people can change and grow 
Quality – a commitment to continuous improvement for excellence

About Lenora Hardy Foster:
Lenora Hardy-Foster earned her MBA and is an alumna of the University of Detroit Mercy.  Her career has been dedicated to social  services, primarily at Southwest Solutions and its subsidiaries for the past three decades.  Prior to assuming the role of Executive Director, Lenora was the Vice President, Finance and Administration, overseeing the Financial, Human Resources, Information Technology, Risk Management, Health & Safety and Property Management functions. She also chaired Southwest Solutions Executive Leadership Team as well as served on several non-profit corporations governing boards.  In addition, Ms. Hardy-Foster is a member of the Detroit Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI), where she serves as President. She is also a graduate of Leadership Detroit XXIII.

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