Hillcrest Children and Family Center (Hillcrest Center) is a behavioral health care and social services agency that provides behavioral health treatment and prevention as well as community and family support services. We are a private not-for-profit organization founded in 1815 by First Lady Dolley Madison and chartered by an Act of Congress. Hillcrest Center has throughout its history, offered primary prevention and mental health services to children and families. Committed to providing each client with the highest quality, cost effective, and timely service to meet their needs, we promote wellness and the well-being of our service population, staff, and the general community. OUR MISSION: To promote the well-being and holistic development of all children, youth and families of the District of Columbia and surrounding areas through comprehensive, culturally responsive, family and community focused services, education and advocacy.