Community resource guide Families Forward would like to thank the following sponsors and in-kind partners for their generous support of the 10th Annual Community Resource Fair:
Contributing Sponsors:
In-Kind Partners:
Ashley Party Rentals Mariners Church City of Irvine Mission Viejo Families Together Northwood High School of Orange County Paul Mitchell the School Giving Children Hope PepsiCo The Irvine Company The Resort at Pelican Hill Irvine Valley College Second Harvest Food Bank Kéan Coffee – of Orange County Tustin Coffeehouse Taco Bell Table of Contents
Career and Education Housing Child Abuse Prevention Center - Affordable Housing Clearinghouse 2 School Readiness Program 3 Fair Housing Council Irvine Unified School District - of Orange County 7 Early Childhood Learning Center 9 Fair Housing Foundation 7 Irvine Valley College Families Forward 8 EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs Program 9 Family Promise of Orange County 8 Orange County Department of HIS House 9 Education - HOPES Collaborative 11 Mercy House 10 Orange County One-Stop Center 12 Project Hope Alliance 13 Santiago Community College - Division of Continuing Education 13 Resources School on Wheels 14 Taller San Jose Hope Builders 15 2-1-1 Orange County 2 THINK Together 15 Access California Services 2 WHW 16 Assistance League of Irvine 3 Child Behavior Pathways 4 Child Development Centers 4 Financial and Legal City of Irvine 5-6 Abrazar Inc. 2 CSS/Independent Living Legal Aid Society of Orange County 10 Skills Program 7 Orange County Bar Association Families and Communities Together Lawyer Referral (FaCT) 7 and Information Service 11 Family Support Network 8 Orange County Kids’ Potential 10 District Attorney’s Office 12 Laura’s House 10 Lutheran Social Services 10 OMID Multicultural Institute Health and Safety for Development 11 Alzheimer’s Orange County 2 Orange County Asian and CalOptima 3 Pacific Islander Community Camino Health Center WIC Program 3 Alliance (OCAPICA) 11 Central City Community Orange County Department of Health Center 3 Child Support Services 11 Child Guidance Center - Orange County Family Mealtime Coaching Program 4 Social Services Agency 12 Children’s Dental Group 4 Pathways of Hope 12 Coalition of Orange County Community Rainbow Rising 13 Health Centers 6 Rehabilitation Institute of Council on Aging Southern California 13 of Southern California 6 Safe Families for Children 13 County of Orange - Health Care Serving People in Need (SPIN) 14 Agency - Behavioral Health Services 6 Share Our Selves (SOS) 14 County of Orange South County Outreach 14 Health Care Agency - Immunization 7 South Orange County Greater Orange County Family Resource Center 14 CHADD on ADHD 8 StandUp For Kids 15 Healthy Smiles for Kids Strong Families Strong Children 15 of Orange County 8 Western Youth Services 16 Hurtt Family Health Clinic 9 WTLC 16 Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) 12 Southland Health Center 14 University of California, Irvine - Department of Pediatrics 15 2-1-1 Orange County 2-1-1 or (714) 288-4007 1505 East 17th Street, Suite 108, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.211oc.org Service Area: Orange County 2-1-1 Orange County connects OC’s most vulnerable children, families, and individuals to the health and human service resources they need. Serving as the region’s most comprehensive call center, we provide free Information & referral services, 24/7/365, for critical social services such as housing, food, healthcare, income support and more.
Abrazar Inc. (714) 278-4679 7101 Wyoming Street, Westminster, CA 92683 www.abrazarinc.com Service Area: Orange County Abrazar Inc. provides individual and family counseling, welfare, and referral services. Abrazar Inc. offers its assistance services in health, nutrition, socialization, lifelong learning and economic self-sufficiency to residents throughout Orange County.
ACCESS CALIFORNIA SERVICES (714) 917-0440 631 South Brookhurst Street Suite 107, Anaheim, CA 92804 www.accesscal.org Service Area: Orange County Access California Services is a culturally sensitive community-based organization dedicated to empowering underserved populations by providing human, health, and educational services, with a focus on Arab-American & Muslim-American communities.
Affordable Housing Clearinghouse (877) 990-LOAN 23861 El Toro Road, Suite 401, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (949) 859-9255 www.affordable-housing.org Service Area: Orange County AHC provides homebuyer education and financial literacy workshops, one-on-one housing counseling, and down payment assistance programs.
Alzheimer’s Orange County (844) HELP-ALZ 2515 McCabe Way, Suite 200, Irvine CA 92614 www.alzoc.org Service Area: Orange County Alzheimer’s Orange County provides free services to individuals, families, and the community affected by memory loss.
2 Assistance League of Irvine (949) 798-5020 Thrift and Gift Shop, 2452 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606 www.alirvine.org Service Area: Irvine Our Thrift Shop is open: W, Th., Sat. 10 - 3pm; Fri. 10 - 5:30pm All programs serve low income Irvine school children. Operation School Bell offers new school clothes, Vision Care provides new glasses, and Prep for Success pays tuition for SAT classes.
CalOptima 1-888-587-8088 505 City Parkway West, Orange, CA 92868 www.caloptima.org Service Area: Orange County CalOptima is a county organized health system that administers health insurance programs for low-income children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities in Orange County.
Camino Health Center WIC Program (949) 488-7688 22481 Aspan Street, Suite A, Lake Forest, CA 92630 1031 Avenida Pico, Suite 104, San Clemente, CA 92673 30300 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 www.caminohealthcenter.org/wic Service Area: South Orange County The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program is for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, had a recent pregnancy loss, and for children under five. WIC offers checks to buy healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding support, and community referrals. Income guidelines apply.
Central City Community Health Center (714) 520-0855 2237 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92804 www.centralcityhealth.org Service Area: Orange County Central City Community Health Center Mobile Clinic provides medical services to the whole family. We have mobile site locations in Anaheim, Stanton, Santa Ana & Orange. Medi-Cal and uninsured are welcomed.
Child Abuse Prevention Center - (714) 543-4333 School Readiness Program 2390 East Orangewood Avenue Suite 300, Anaheim, CA 92806 www.brightfutures4kids.org Service Area: Orange County School Readiness is a free in-home program for families with children 0-8 years old who reside in Orange County. We provide developmental screenings to ensure development is on track, one-on-one parenting education, and case management services.
3 Child Behavior Pathways (949) 267-0227 2500 Red Hill Avenue Suite 290A, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.childbehaviorpathways.com Service Area: Orange County Child Behavior Pathways’ evidence-based curriculum is designed to help parents find effective solutions to common behavior challenges while getting to know other families in the community. The COPE (Community Parent Education) curriculum uses active, small-group discussions among parents to help them identify their goals and effective approaches.
Child Development Centers (949) 553-4440 1936 East Deere Avenue Suite 220, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.cdicdc.org Service Area: Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Tustin Child Development Centers offers before and after school programs, summer day camps at elementary schools, and part- and full-time preschool. Our programs offer academic enrichment activities including STEM, creative arts, and healthy habits. Free or reduced tuition is available for those that qualify.
Child Guidance Center - (714) 953-4455 Family Mealtime Coaching Program 525 North Cabrillo Park Drive, Suite 300, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.childguidancecenter.com Service Area: Orange County Child Guidance Center serves children ages 0-21 years of age. We offer a wide range of mental and behavioral health services including: Anger and stress management, anxiety and depressions, ADHD, and family therapy.
Children’s Dental Group (714) 619-6280 2144 South Bristol Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704 www.childrensdentalgroup.com Service Area: Orange County The mission of the Children’s Dental Group is to improve access to comprehensive dental care for children in under-served communities.
4 City of Irvine, Community Services 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA 92606 www.cityofirvine.org Service Area: Irvine Child Resource Center (949) 724-6271 www.irvinechildcare.org Hosts a lending library offering child development/parenting/ curriculum books, educational toys, children’s books, children’s music CDs, child development DVDs, training materials, family childcare business materials, and many more resources. Additional services include resource and referral to families, childcare business and site development support, and training opportunities for early childhood educators and parents.
Community Parks (949) 724-6600 Offers a variety of activities advertised in the quarterly Irvine Magazine for people of all ages. Specialized services include a scholarship program for community services’ activities, and Free Tax Preparation Assistance Program. The Mobile Recreation Program (MRP) is a free drop-in program providing safe and fun school activities for children ages 6 and up.
Disability Services (949) 724-6637 Offers support services for individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers, who live or work in Irvine, social and recreational programs for 10+, adaptive yoga, swim lessons, inclusion & accommodation services, resource and referrals, disability awareness events and training, access reporting, and the Irvine Residents with Disabilities Advisory Broad (IRDAB).
FOR Families Program (949) 724-6650 Provides information and short-term support to individuals, couples, and families living or working in Irvine who need assistance identifying and accessing needed services and resources. Our focus is on supporting the well-being of our community members.
Irvine Children’s Health Program (949) 724-6645 The Irvine Children’s Health Program is a partnership between the City of Irvine and the Coalition of Orange County Community Health Centers. Certified Enrollment Counselors from the Coalition help families and individuals enroll in affordable health coverage and other assistance programs. Available insurance programs include Medi- Cal, Covered California plans and more. Each program has different availability and requirements.
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Senior Services (949) 724-6900: Lake Senior Center (949) 724-6800: Rancho Senior Center (949) 724-7300: Trabuco Senior Center Offers a variety of programs, activities and services for adults age 50+ including: classes, lectures, games, volunteer opportunities, daily lunch program, fitness activities, special events, and an on-site resource center providing consultation and assistance services for older adults. Home-delivered meals and in-home care management services are available to qualifying seniors, age 60+.
TRIPS Programs (949) 724-7433 www.cityofirvine.org/trips Provides a low-cost, wheelchair accessible transportation service to qualified Irvine residents age 18 and older who are unable to drive due to a physical and/or cognitive disability. Pre-registration and eligibility documentation required.
The Coalition of Orange County (714) 352-5990 x231 Community Health Centers 515 Cabrillo Park Drive, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.coalitionoc.org Service Area: Orange County We assist consumers with free enrollment assistance into Medi-Cal and Covered California.
Council on Aging - Southern California (714) 479-0107 2 Executive Circle, Suite 175, Irvine, CA 92614 www.coasc.org Service Area: Orange County The Council on Aging-Southern California promotes the independence, health and dignity of older adults through compassion, education and advocacy.
County of Orange - Health Care Agency (714) 834-2077 Behavioral Health Services 405 West 5th Street Suite 601, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.ocgov.com/gov/health/bhs Service Area: Orange County
Our mission is to prevent substance abuse and treat mental health disorders. Our approach is to intervene early and appropriately by providing the right treatment, at the right place, by the right person/ programs to help individuals achieve and maintain the highest quality of health & wellness.
6 County of Orange - Health Care Agency (714) 834-8560 Immunization Service Area: Orange County 1725 W. 17th Street #126M, Santa Ana, CA 92706 ochealthinfo.com/phs/about/family/iz/about
CSS/Independent Living Skills Program (714) 948-7691 2001 East 4th Street Suite 208, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.pathways.com Service Area: Orange County
Support service that teaches independent living skills to adults with a mental health condition who are also are at risk of homelessness. Funded by MHS Prop 63. Subsidiary of Pathways by Molina and county-contracted.
Fair Housing Council of Orange County (714) 569-0823 1516 Brookhollow Drive, Suite A, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.fairhousing.oc.org Service Area: Most of Orange County
Through comprehensive community education, individual counseling, and low-cost advocacy, the agency works to eliminate housing discrimination. We offer services to Orange County residents: Fair Housing Enforcement; Community Education, Landlord/Tenant Counseling, and HUD Housing Counseling
Fair Housing Foundation 1-800-446-FAIR [3247] 2300 East Katella Avenue, Suite 405, Anaheim, CA 92806 www.fhfca.org Service Area: Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, San Clemente, Tustin, Westminster
We educate tenants and landlords on their rights and responsibilities, investigate all issues of housing discrimination, and provide tenants and landlord educational workshops. All services are free.
Families and Communities Together (FaCT) (714) 566-2878 15405 Lansdowne Road, Tustin, CA 92782 www.factoc.org Service Area: Orange County
FaCT Family Resource Centers provide family-strengthening services to OC families for free including: counseling, parenting education, domestic violence services, case management, after-school programs, and information and referral services.
7 Families Forward (949) 552-2727 8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618 Service Area: Housing - Orange County, www.families-forward.org Food Assistance: Cities South of the 55 FWY
Families Forward helps homeless families with minor-aged children access safe and affordable housing. Placements are based on the family’s needs. Services include case management, support programs and rental subsidies. In addition to our Housing Program, we also offer low cost counseling and food assistance to qualifying individuals and families in our service area.
Family Promise of Orange County (714) 787-3487 161 South Orange Street Orange, CA 92866 www.familypromiseorangecounty.org Service Area: Orange County
Family Promise supports families experiencing homelessness by providing emergency shelter, transitional housing, and case management.
Family Support Network (714) 447-3301 1015 South Placentia Avenue, Fullerton, CA, 92831 www.familysupportnetworkca.org Service Area: Orange County
We provide support and resources to families who have a child with special needs through our Parent-to-Parent Outreach Program. We also conduct developmental screenings throughout Orange County to identify developmental delays and provide emergency needs items such as food, diapers, wipes and formula.
Greater Orange County CHADD on ADHD (714) 695-1057 145 West Main Street, Tustin, CA 92780 www.greaterOCchadd.org Service Area: Orange County
Get the support and information you need regarding ADHD and co- occurring neurology. Individuals, families, schools and professionals can turn to CHADD for a support system and education on everything ADHD. We hold free meetings in Tustin for all of Orange County.
Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County (714) 537-0700 10602 Chapman Avenue, Suite 200, Garden Grove, CA 92840 www.healthysmilesoc.org Service Area: Orange County
Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County is a nonprofit dental organization that provides pediatric dental services to underserved families throughout Orange County.
8 HIS House (714) 993-5774 www.hishouse.org Service Area: Orange County HIS House provides a non-emergency, transitional living center. All residents must work full-time, have a non-violent background, and must be sober.
Hurtt Family Health Clinic (714) 247-0300 1 Hope Drive, Tustin, CA 92782 www.hurttclinic.org Service Area: Orange County
As a low-cost clinic, our mission at Hurtt Family Health Clinic is to provide all-encompassing care and treatment options to patients through our medical, dental, integrative health, and behavioral health and counseling programs. We are committed to each patient’s contiuum of care and strive to empower, serve, and increase access to care to all members of our community.
Irvine Unified School District - (949) 936-5890 Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) 1 Smoketree, Irvine, CA 92604 www.iusd.org/eclc Service Area: Irvine
ECLC is an early learning program for children ages 3 to 5 years. We have the unique opportunity to provide a continuum of services, collaborate to share resources, and offer a range of early childhood education experiences.
Irvine Valley College (949) 451-5243 EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs Program 5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 students.ivc.edu/eops Service Area: South Orange County The Irvine Valley College EOPS/CARE/CalWORKs programs provide a variety of services to economically/educationally disadvantaged students and to students receiving CalWORKs cash aid assistance. Depending on eligibility, students may receive textbook loans, college work-study employment on campus, grants, specialized counseling, and parking permits.
9 Kids’ Potential (949) 654-2424 16220 Scientific Way, Irvine CA 92630 www.kidspotential.org Service Area: Orange County Kids’ Potential is committed to the treatment of underserved youth who struggle in school due to learning, medical, and/or emotional issues, thereby facilitating their academic and social success. We aim to positively impact families beyond our direct services by empowering parents/caregivers and educators with tools and support to access relevant services.
Laura’s House (949) 361-3775 999 Corporate Drive Suite 225, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694 www.laurashouse.org Service Area: Orange County Laura’s House provides comprehensive domestic violence programs and services including a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling, therapeutic groups & workshops, legal advocacy, and outreach to increase education and prevention.
Legal Aid Society of Orange County 1-(800) 834-5001 2101 North Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 or (714) 571-5200 www.legal-aid.com Service Area: Orange County The Legal Aid Society of Orange County provides free civil legal services to low income residents of Orange County who are at or below the poverty level. There are also free self-help and low-cost services available to middle income residents. LASOC also has a Health Unit assisting with health care eligibility and access/service issues.
Lutheran Social Services (714) 534-6450 of Southern California (LSSSC) St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 12432 9th Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840 www.lsssc.org Service Area: Orange County LSSSC’s Garden Grove office is a place people turn to when in crisis. Requests for food, hygiene items and utility & shelter assistance are received regularly. We also provide referrals and connect people to resources that will meet their needs. Food bags are given to homeless men, women & families to help make balanced meals.
Mercy House (714) 836-7188 www.mercyhouse.net Service Area: Orange County Mercy House offers a wide variety of services all focused on getting clients into permanent housing.
10 OMID Multicultural Institute (949) 502-4721 for Development 2101 Business Center Drive Suite 150, Irvine, CA 92612 www.omidinstitute.org Service Area: Orange County
We provide therapy and counseling services along with social service assistance for individuals or families with mental health related issues.
Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander (714) 636-9095 Community Alliance (OCAPICA) 12912 Brookhurst Street Suite 400, Garden Grove, CA 92840 www.ocapica.org Service Area: Orange County Well(ness)essity is a prevention and early intervention program that provides counseling and referrals and linkages to community resources. The youth employment program provides paid work experience for those between the ages of 16 and 21.
Orange County Bar Association (877) 257-4762 Lawyer Referral and Information Service P.O. Box 6130, Newport Beach, CA 92658 www. lrisoc.org Service Area: Orange County We assist the public with obtaining quality legal services and can provide legal services in certain areas of law at an affordable cost.
Orange County Department of (866) 901-3212 Child Support Services 1055 North Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.css.ocgov.com Service Area: Orange County DCSS provides professional cost-effective services to parents or caretakers of minor children. We offer solutions for parents including the establishment and enforcement of child support, establishment of legal paternity through genetic testing and more.
Orange County Department of Education (714) 966-4000 HOPES Collaborative 200 Kalmus Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 www.ocde.us/mv Service Area: Orange County All school-aged homeless children are entitled to the same free and appropriate public education that is provided to non-homeless students. All school districts are required to designate a staff to ensure compliance with this federal mandate. Federal mandates are to remove barriers to enrollment, attendance, and appoint a liaison to assist the students.
11 Orange County District Attorney’s Office (714) 834-3600 401 West Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.orangecountyda.org Service Area: Orange County Victim Witness & Crime Prevention
Orange County One-Stop Center (949) 341-8000 17891 Cartwright Road, Irvine, CA 92614 www.oconestop.com Service Area: Orange County OC One-Stop Centers provide comprehensive employment and training services, including a resource center with computers, fax machines, copiers, on-site computer and telephones. Also available: labor market information, networking, job search skills workshops, job leads, assistance from career consultants, and ESL classes.
Orange County Social Services Agency (714) 541-7700 500 North State College, Orange, CA 92868 ssa.ocgov.com Service Area: Orange County
Social Services Agency Representatives will provide families information and applications for Medi-Cal, CalFresh and CalWORKs.
Pathways of Hope (714) 680-3691 PO Box 6362, Fullerton, CA 92834 www.pathwaysofhope.us Service Area: North Orange County We provide services to homeless families and individuals, including: emergency shelters, second-step/bridge housing, rapid re-housing, permanent supportive housing, food distribution, and life skills classes.
Planned Parenthood of Orange and (714) 922-4100 San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) 700 South Tustin Street, Orange, CA 92866 www.pposbc.org Service Area: Orange and San Bernardino Counties PPOSBC provides high quality, confidential reproductive health care as well as primary care for women, Melody Women’s Health. We also provide comprehensive sexual health education that aligns with the California Healthy Youth Act. In addition, we are the only affiliate that partners with the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program.
12 Project Hope Alliance (949) 791-2720 1954 Placentia Ave Suite 202, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 www.projecthopealliance.org Service Area: Orange County We serve families in OC facing homeless according to the McKinney Vento Act. We serve families with school-aged children, through rapid rehousing and educational programs, including an early literacy programs and intensive case management.
Rainbow Rising Child Development Center 12 Locations Throughout Irvine www.rainbowrising.org Service Area: Irvine Rainbow Rising provides before and after school care at various locations throughout the city of Irvine.
Rehabilitation Institute (714) 633-7400 of Southern California 1800 East La Veta Avenue, Orange, CA 92866 www.riorehab.org Service Area: Orange County Health, wellness, and educational services for children and adults with and without disabilities. Programs include: swimming lessons, physical therapy, child care, child development services, and more.
Safe Families for Children (714) 543-5437 x 1255 2130 East 4th Street Suite 200 Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.safe-families.org Service Area: Orange County Safe Families for Children offers temporary and voluntary care for children 1-18 whose families are in crisis. Through pre-screened volunteer host homes, parents can have a voluntary option for placing their children with a loving family when they are in a crisis and don’t have anyone else to turn to.
Santiago Community College - (714) 628-5929 Division of Continuing Education 8045 East Chapman Avenue Room U-80, Orange, CA 92869 www.sccollege.edu/oec Service Area: Orange County The Orange Education Center (OEC), Santiago Canyon College, Division of Continuing Education, offers free classes in the program areas of English as a Second Language, short-term career technical education, adult basic education, adult high school diploma, GED test preparation, programs for older adults, and adults with disabilities.
13 School on Wheels (714) 232-2869 Throughout Orange County www.schoolonwheels.org Service Area: Orange County FREE Tutoring services for homeless students in grades K-12 in all subjects. Locations vary, and we can be flexible.
Serving People in Need (SPIN) (714) 751-1101 151 Kalmus Drive Suite H-2, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 www.spinoc.org Service Area: Orange County SPIN’s housing program provides move-in costs to permanent housing for homeless families in Orange County.
Share Our Selves (SOS) (949) 270-2100 1550 Superior Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627 www.shareourselves.org Service Area: South & Central Orange County, and a mobile unit Share Our Selves (SOS) offers comprehensive services including medical and dental care for adults and children, social services, behavioral health, health education, pharmacy, food pantry, financial assistance, case management, and seasonal programs for low-income and homeless Orange County residents.
South County Outreach (949) 380-8144 7 Whatney Suite B, Irvine, CA 92618 www.sco-oc.org Service Area: South Orange County Hunger and Homelessness Prevention Services
Southland Health Center (714) 620-7011 9862 Chapman Avenue Suite B, Garden Grove, CA 92841 www.southlandintegrated.org Service Area: Orange County We are a community based non-profit organization that operates a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with Integrated Health Services and a Comprehensive Social Service Agency.
South Orange County (949) 364-0500 Family Resource Center 22481 Aspan Street, Lake Forest, CA 92630 www.socfrc.org Service Area: South Orange County Information and referral for basic needs, family support, parenting classes, counseling, support groups, assistance with Medi-Cal and Covered California, monthly food distributions, domestic violence services, and legal assistance.
14 StandUp For Kids (714) 356-5437 P.O. Box 14398, Irvine, CA 92623 www.standupforkids.org/orangecounty Service Area: Orange County We provide homeless and at-risk youth ages 12-24 with one-on-one/ group mentoring and life skills training. We also offer homeless young adults (ages 18-24) the support they need to find, furnish, and maintain a home while working with mentors to achieve educational, career, and personal goals necessary to live independently.
Strong Families Strong Children (714) 953-4455 525 Cabrillo Park Drive Suite 300 Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.childguidancecenter.com Service Area: Orange County We believe Orange County’s military and veteran connected families deserve the support they need to build strong, healthy, resilient families, regardless of discharge status. Since 2015 Strong Families, Strong Children (SFSC) has helped military connected families with children to access a number of free support services.
Taller San Jose Hope Builders (714) 543-5105 801 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701 www.tsjhopebuilders.org Service Area: Orange County Hope Builders provides free job training programs for youth between the ages of 18 and 28. Programs are focused in Construction, Information Technology, Business Applications, and Healthcare.
THINK Together (714) 543-3807 2101 E Fourth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705 www.THINKtogether.org Service Area: Orange County THINK Together offers pre-school programs and after-school programs for elementary, middle and high school students
University of California, Irvine – Department of Pediatrics 333 City Boulevard West Suite 800, Orange, CA 92868 pediatrics.uci.edu Service Area: Orange County UC Irvine Health provides expert and comprehensive care for children from birth to early adulthood at locations across Orange County. Our board-certified pediatricians deliver a complete range of services, including coordinated care with UC Irvine Health pediatric specialists.
15 Western Youth Services (949) 855-1556 23461 South Pointe Drive #220, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 westernyouthservices.org Service Area: Orange County We offer programs intended to prevent mental health issues before the point of crisis, and we work with youth requiring intensive mental health services. If you need help for yourself or a loved one, we have the right services for you. Our services include working with individuals/families as well as with school districts.
WHW (949) 631-2333 2803 McGaw, Irvine, CA 92614 whw.org Service Area: Orange County WHW provides the unemployed and underemployed the skills and resources they need to keep a good job. WHW offers over 50 Employment Readiness workshops and Computer Training courses monthly. WHW also provides job placement assistance, employment retention support, and professional apparel needed for interviews.
WTLC (877) 531-5522 PO Box 916, Fullerton, CA 92382 wtlc.org Service Area: Orange County
WTLC offers immediate housing for individuals or families fleeing violence, and provides counseling, legal advocacy, and prevention education.
NOTES
16 This information is current as of April 2018. 10TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR Families Forward created the Community Resource Fair with Irvine Valley College and the City of Irvine to bring agencies and services directly to our neighbors in need. Through collaboration with local agencies and service providers, Families Forward brings the community together to help families look forward to a brighter future.
Families Forward’s Mission and Values Families Forward exists to help families in need achieve and maintain self- sufficiency through housing, food, counseling, education and other support services. At Families Forward we are committed to providing services to local families in crisis in concert with our values of dignity, empowerment, accountability, community spirit and hope.
programs Families Forward’s Housing Program covers all of Orange County, CA. Through partnerships with local apartment communities and Families Forward’s housing resources, families who have lost their housing work with a specialist to identify viable housing options. Families enrolled in the program may receive short-term rental subsidies to give them time to stabilize. Supportive services for families in the program include food, counseling, career and financial coaching, and health services.
Families Forward’s Homeless Prevention Programs provide low-income families and individuals with access to necessary services to help them maintain their stability, including: food assistance, counseling, employment coaching, and individualized action plans through Prevention & Diversion efforts.
For more information please contact Families Forward 8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618 • (949) 552-2727 www.families-forward.org • [email protected]