Foster & Kinship Care Education
Our mission is to provide quality workshops, classes and support opportunities to Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship (relative) caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care. We offer classes that will meet the foster and relative caregiver annual 8-hour requirement.
Class topics address unique parenting challenges and ensure that caregivers have the training they need to meet the educational, emotional, behavioral and developmental needs of their children. We aim to inform, inspire and support our caregivers and equip them to make a positive difference in the lives of the children in their homes and hearts.
**Please visit our "Classes" tab to view and enroll in our ONLINE CLASSES.**
Vaya a la pestaña "Clases"
We offer classes in English and Spanish.
Until further notice there are no In-Person classes offered at this time.
Our Foster & Kinship Care Education classes serve all of Orange County.
All classes are FREE and open to the community
A Program of the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office
Providing classes to enhance your parenting skills, strengthen your support network, and increase your understanding of the children in your care.
Come and be a part of a supportive learning community!
Ph: (949) 582-4884
scfkce@saddleback.edu
Mission
The mission of the Foster and Kinship Care Education Program (FKCE) is to provide quality education and support opportunities to caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care so that these providers may meet the educational, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of children and youth.
Why is the FKCE Program Important?
The dramatic increase in the state's foster care population has been attributed to many factors: there are a greater number of children living in poverty, there are increasing numbers of parents who abuse alcohol and drugs, and there has been an increase of cases of child abuse and neglect. The FKCE program plays a vital role in providing licensed foster parents and relative caregivers (now called Resource Families) with the training and education that will help them in meeting the multifaceted and often complex needs of the foster children in their care.
What about Training?
All training sessions are FREE. Our target audience is mainly Resource Families (foster parents and relative caregivers) and respite caregivers. However, most classes are OPEN to EVERYONE in the community including social workers, group home staff, family, and friends. For a list of upcoming classes, please refer to the class schedule. Childcare is provided only at sites where it is offered. Please see the class schedule for details.
Where are Classes Held?
Classes are held at various sites throughout Orange County. See the “ Locations” tab or “Classes” tab for the various locations.
How do I Register for Training for In-Person Classes?
You must pre-register to ensure your place in the class. All FKCE classes are free.
In the class schedule, you will find a wide variety of in-person courses to provide you with the knowledge and support to be the best caregiver you can be. Please note that all approved resource caregivers must do eight training hours every year.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Open the "Classes" tab and view or print the Schedule of Classes. Select your classes. Follow the registration instructions listed under the location of your class.
When registering, please provide:
• Your name, phone number, and email address
• The class name, location, and time
Please note there must be at least two participants for classes to be held. Classes start promptly at the start time indicated in the catalog. In order to receive the full credit hours for a class, you must arrive on time and attend the entire class.
Canceling your registration: If you need to cancel your registration, just call our office or send an email and let us know. This way we can offer your place to someone else, or take the necessary steps to change the status of our class offering.
Priority registration is given to Resource Families (prospective, new and/or licensed) and respite caregivers. However, space permitting, most of our classes are open to the community. We encourage social services staff, juvenile probation officers, group home staff, foster family agency homes (FFAs), and family and friends of resource families to participate in our classes. Children are welcome when childcare is offered.
Questions? Call (949) 582-4884 or email scfkce@saddleback.edu.
What Type of Classes are Offered?
Our class topics meet the educational needs of resource families and are updated twice a year to meet the local needs of these families in our community.
Whether you are new to being a resource family or are an experienced caregiver, Foster and Kinship Care Education provides you with FREE classes to enhance your parenting skills while providing much-needed support and will increase your understanding of youth in out-of-home care.
We also have a comprehensive menu of classes in Spanish. See our “Classes” tab for the current schedule of classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for an Online class?
How to Take an Online Foster and Kinship Care Education Class
1. Select your class from our website (go to the "Classes" tab), or select your class from the flyer that you
may have received.
2. At least three days in advance of the class, click on the Registration Link for your class.
3. Complete each field on the registration page.
4. You will then receive an email with the "Click Here to Join" link. Please note that if you register early and
are not be able to find your "Click Here to Join" link email, you will need to register for the class again
by going to:
www.saddleback.edu/el/fkce , go to the "Classes" tab, find your class , click on the Registration Link,
and register for the class again. This will immediately generate a confirmation email with a new
"Click Here to Join" link that you can click on to join the class.
5. Write the date of your class on your calendar as a reminder of your upcoming class. You may also receive
an email reminder prior to class from the instructor.
6. On the day of the class, “Join the Class” by clicking the link on the invitation to join the class.
7. You are not required to have a Zoom account to join a class.
8. Before you attend class, please review the Zoom Etiquette for Online Classes document.
9. You must be present for the entire class time to receive credit. There will be a class evaluation at
the end of class.
What to Expect in Your Online “Virtual” Class
1. Your instructor will have questions for you in lieu of a paper class sign- in sheet.
2. When the class instruction begins, follow the Zoom Etiquette for Online Classes.
3. At the end of class, you will receive a link in the chat box to complete a class evaluation. When the class is completed, you will receive:
A Certificate of Completion
(The registration FAQs below pertain mostly to In-Person classes. Our In-Person classes have been postponed until further notice. Go to our "Classes" tab for current ONLINE CLASS information.)
How do I register for a class?
You must pre-register to ensure your place in the class. All Foster & Kinship Care Education classes are free.
In the class schedule, you will find a wide variety of in-person courses to provide you with the knowledge and support to be the best caregiver you can be. Please note that all approved resource caregivers must do eight training hours every year.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Open the "Classes" tab and view or print the Schedule of Classes. Select your classes. Follow the registration instructions listed under the location of your class.
When registering, please provide:
• Your name, phone number, and email address
• The class name, location, and time.
Please note there must be at least two participants for classes to be held. Classes start promptly at the start time indicated in the catalog. In order to receive the full credit hours for a class, you must arrive on time and attend the entire class.
Canceling your registration: If you need to cancel your registration, just call our office or send an email and let us know. This way we can offer your place to someone else, or take the necessary steps to change the status of our class offering.
Priority registration is given to Resource Families (prospective, new and/or licensed) and respite caregivers. However, space permitting, most of our classes are open to the community. We encourage social services staff, juvenile probation officers, group home staff, foster family agency homes (FFAs), and family and friends of resource families to participate in our classes. Children are welcome when childcare is offered.
Questions? Please send us an email scfkce@saddleback.edu.
How much are your classes?
All FKCE classes are free.
Where are the classes located?
Classes are held at various sites throughout Orange County. See the “Locations” tab or “Classes" tab for the various locations.
Is childcare available?
Children are welcome when childcare is offered. See each site listed in the class schedule for details.
How can I become involved in FKCE as a resource parent?
Join us for our quarterly FKCE Advisory Board meetings.
Meetings are held at OC Social Services- Children and Family Services, 744 North Eckhoff St., Orange, 92868.
Contact Martine Wehr at mwehr@saddleback.edu or (949) 582-4217 for dates of our upcoming meetings.
Do you offer classes for youth?
Our classes are primarily for adults who are caring for children in out-of-home care. We may occasionally offer a class where youth may attend with their resource parent, but that would be clearly stated in the class description in the class catalog.
FOSTER YOUTH ATTENDING SADDLEBACK COLLEGE
Whom do I contact concerning foster youth who may want to attend Saddleback College?
BRIDGES Program
The California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO) has recognized that there is a significant deficit regarding youth from foster care attending higher education. Acknowledging this need, they are sponsoring a concerted effort called the Foster Youth Success Initiative (FYSI) to bring issues affecting these youth to the forefront and to improve the ability of these youth to access post-secondary education and benefit from the support services that are available but are often unknown to them.
Saddleback College offers supportive services to current and former foster youth through the Bridges to Foster Student Success (BRIDGES) Program. The BRIDGES Program (formerly known as the S.T.E.P.S Program) is funded through the Saddleback College Student Equity Program and is committed to supporting current and former foster youth students. The BRIDGES Program serves as the primary support service for current and former foster youth to access both on-campus and off-campus resources.
Location: SSC 126
BRIDGES Phone: (949) 582-4622
Fax: (949) 364-6949
Email:
sceops@saddleback.edu
Office Hours:
Mon, Tues, Thurs 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesdays 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fridays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
What types of services and support are available to a former foster youth who attends Saddleback College?
If your youth needs help to register for Saddleback College classes, please contact Jeffrey Hannibal at the EOPS office at (949) 582-4620. Location: SSC 126.
Have questions about Financial Aid? Visit http://www.saddleback.edu/fao .
You can also stop by the Financial Aid office on campus or contact Donata Thokozile at tsenda@saddleback.edu (949) 582-4233. Location SSC 106.
After a foster youth has registered as a Saddleback College student, they may elect to meet with an Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS) counselor to learn about the many support resources and programs available to them on campus. Visit http://www.saddleback.edu/eops or call (949) 582-4620. Location: SSC 126.
View Our Current Class Flyer via Constant Contact and Join In!
Classes in English: https://conta.cc/2JeTVQw
Classes in Spanish: https://conta.cc/3jJXoD7
ONLINE CLASSES HERE!
(scroll to bottom to view classes offered in Spanish)
(Desplácese hacia abajo para ver las clases en español. )
We offer Closed Captioning. One Week In Advance: send an email request to mwehr@saddleback.edu.
Include your name, class title, date, time, and instructor name.
How To Enroll in an ONLINE Class:
Find the class that you would like to take.
Click on the Registration Link under the class title.
Complete the registration questions.
You will receive a return email about joining the class.
Follow Zoom Etiquette during class
(Detailed instructions can be found under our "FAQs" tab)
Zoom Etiquette
Be on time
Wear appropriate clothing
No multitasking
Frame yourself in the camera correctly
Have the right lighting in front of you
Remember, this is a classroom
Mute yourself when not speaking
Look into the camera/computer and limit distractions
No children in class
November 2020 Online Classes
Enroll in advance. You will receive a confirmation email about joining the class.
Thursday, November 19, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT
TBRI - Connecting Principles
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrcOigpjkpH93v5eHlH9sPzxt6QxljFOLZ
Thursday, November 19, 2020 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Kathy McCarrell, MSW
What to Expect in the Journey-An Insider's View of the Adoption Experience
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsf-2qqjgtGNUSmHRQ8sp8KsxOMT6RLxfS
Friday, November 20, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Learning Circle: Supporting Transitions
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpdeqsrTksHNeBj-uCJI9NPmbMGqKHNLMA
Monday, November 30, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Navigating the New Covid-19 World with Our Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAud-2qrD8rHdT5HxoNHUvORiWeYdnExA5X
DECEMBER 2020 Online Classes
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Renae Dupuis, MDiv.
Rituals and Routines to Create a Safe Home
https://ocunited.org/initiatives/fostercare/respite/fkcewinter2021/
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
Adult Attachment: How We Connect
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtcOitrjIiGtd-KJTq5Dk8iqXFdofBbDnQ
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor and Raina Lee, OCDE
How to Thrive During Distance Learning
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYtf-mppj8sHdCUrut86yaquOCjdt02CfoS
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Working with Birth Parents
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMuduGrpjstE90t50bd8d-ya7XDf8Pih-3O
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 6:30-8:30 p.m. Lindy Johnson, MSW
Hurt by Grief+Loss: Healed by YES
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpcuyrrT0rE920ee8owuw9qWBPbowmmiGv
Thursday, December 3, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT
TBRI - Correcting Principles
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqfu2trjwuH9ZdH3yynYP8BJ95UBhuKoEn
Thursday, December 3, 2020 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Kathy McCarrell, MSW
Finding Balance: Caring for Yourself While You Care for Others
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrdeCvrjooH9AYAuygsUJVJ7nR5mqNKT4z
Saturday, December 5, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Jacob Evans
Understanding Addiction
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpcOqhqj8uGNwoxn8aCr1LuGeEXEgpoFqR
Monday, December 7, 2020 6:30-8:30 pm Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Learning Circle: Partnerships in Caregiving
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpdOuorDsqHNPB3Ey2OprMim7-UVDptWjT
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT
Emotional Regulation
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvf-uspz0oH9XA82q8_A5jeKMzn0dXSZ5X
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Supporting Cultural Ties and Identity
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcuqgrjwqHtD5ZtjNqNZQ-ECaZB40qu83
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Rick Bazant, Psy.D
Anger Management
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpf-mhrjouGt1V3cCzIQL8ZBcrg7X7LMhu
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 6:30-8:30pm Rick Bazant, Psy.D
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Awareness
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtd-6vrzwqGtSLbspsG8WbrWJs95yjIkCi
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApfu-qrDIuG90ugUMU8fW5RUg3EimdawOX
Thursday, December 10, 2020 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Kathy McCarrell, MSW
Building Self Esteem and Character in Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkf-mupzkiHNXi7eKAM4Q_NH-ng4h-5giv
Thursday, December 10, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Self-Care for Caregivers in the Time of COVID-19
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrcu-hqD8oH9K_x_nO9hjdpVjSKbA6viNZ
Friday, December 11, 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Learning Circle: Partnerships in Caregiving
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItcO2uqTMoGd1uMdF2SQ23KHu1rmVhYf9h
Saturday, December 12, 2020 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. David Adams, Psy.D, LPCC, BCBA-D
Positive Discipline Strategies for Traumatized Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqduCpqzkvHdUa2ulyy_6yqIMdzDdynOgb
Monday, December 14, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Prudent Parenting
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYtdu-sqj0qHdZoovK6mrhe0x60nJ-c6pPd
Thursday, December 17, 2020 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Kathy McCarrell, MSW
Understanding Domestic Violence and Its Effect on Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItcumurT0tGtSOxQ303lNQrWVwslX4IDYg
Saturday, December 19, 2020 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Renae Dupuis, MDiv.
TBRI - Introduction and Overview
https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/xZieCo2nkMivMpO4c1dNQm?domain=ocunited.org/
JANUARY 2021 Online Classes
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Renae Dupuis, MDiv.
Social Media and Cyber Security
https://ocunited.org/initiatives/fostercare/respite/fkcewinter2021/
Wednesday, January 6, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Managing Everyday Behaviors
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvdeuupjkoG9AOHvaiHP_wlgCom1zmjRqq
Thursday, January 7, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
TBRI Caregiver Training- Overview and Introduction
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqdOGtqjgtGNOic3g8Xnb_IBCkWJ8A9aTB
Thursday, January 7, 2021 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Kathy McCarrell, MSW
Supporting Cultural Ties and Identity
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkce-trj4tGtdnFkLwq3FwizFJrxFLVjoN
Saturday, January 9, 2021 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Attachment Parenting
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqfuuurzsuH9VA5aFYMzxGZ_iS5s51KcRd
Tuesday, January 12, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
Adult Attachment: How We Connect
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvdeqprDsqGd3RQN3FSx1DYfY5FxD1uuOo
Tuesday, January 12, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Rick Bazant, Psy.D
How to Mentor the Teen/Tween Brain
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpceGhqTMtGNeYgrvT3Z5EubukENEaFRc9
Tuesday, January 12, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpdeihrzgpHtwtqxqKrKtloULgIQihFovM
Thursday, January 14, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Anger Management
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrc-2tqjorGdfvPXoYV21-ey9I4gFYX-o6
Thursday, January 14, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
TBRI Caregiver Training- Empowering Principles
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJctdOCoqjsjGNc4JyMQzSThdn9VUEMvFmwP
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT
Emotional Regulation
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtd-ihrDgtH9JIrDJhLGGZKh6ciuoCbcuE
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Positive Discipline for Preschoolers
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAuc--pqjwuHtOrpiQTxgyCRwCSD5O7k-J0
Thursday, January 21, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Prudent Parenting
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpdO-hrDwjGtJUxIvYB87lx6pD44q6ed-J
Thursday, January 21, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
TBRI Caregiver Training - Connecting Principles
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtc--tpj8oHdxcDZa_Um1bH-FeWKm6dv3j
Tuesday, January 26, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Building Self-Esteem and Character in the Traumatized Child
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsduiupz8oE9CWOHGiwTOV2dOlWA3Uw7na
Thursday, January 28, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Robert Waddington, MSW
Navigating the New COVID-19 World with Our Children
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErd-6sqj8uEtPtgYy_yrZjO2e04suJztTn
Thursday, January 28, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Brenda Crary, LMFT and Tristen McGhee
TBRI Caregiver Training - Correcting Principles
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodumorT4tHNOnLx-8jLm4n6Tps1a_6E2B
(Check back frequently - more classes are being added)
CLASSES OFFERED IN SPANISH
Busque su clase y luego haga clic en el enlace de registro.
Recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación sobre cómo unirse a la clase.
Thursday, November 19, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Jessica Escalante, MA
Desarrollo Infantil (0-17 anos)
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Maria Diaz-Nunez and OCDE
Como Crecer Durante el Aprendizaje a Distancia
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEkceyvpzkqHdSt4goOaZ4IY-7qDaoP4fD0
Thursday, December 10, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Elizabeth Hutchinson
Como ser un padre prudente
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqf-igqj0rHtyinQDEkiribCuEyb8juVuv
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Jessica Escalante, MA
Desarrollo Infantil (0-17 anos)
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Cuenta Conmigo: Se proveerán temas esenciales para padres sustitutos en un ambiente que fomenta apoyo.
Facilitado por Laura Villegas Se dará crédito por dos horas por clase. ¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Laura Villegas, (714) 944-4427. |
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Viernes, 20 de noviembre de 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Laura Villegas Apoyando en momentos de transición https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdu2gqz0tGNQnD_es0FxZ8MPcSoz8d8W9(link is external)
Lunes, 7 de diciembre de 2020 6:30-8:30 p.m. Laura Villegas Cómo trabajar en equipo para criar a nuestros niños https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfuqurj4uHtNw34P9TiP31AhO3MQSPO25(link is external)
Viernes, 11 de diciembre de 2020 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Laura Villegas Cómo trabajar en equipo para criar a nuestros niños https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvd-qqqDMuHdSNiecumCALxo2UU9Lm9N4c |
(Las clases se agregan con frecuencia.)
IN-PERSON CLASSES:
In-Person classes are not offered at this time. We will update this site when we have new information.
Foster and Kinship Care classes (In-Person) are offered at various locations throughout Orange County.
(In-Person classes are postponed until further notice.)
To view a list of locations, click on the Program Locations map.
Resource Family Support Opportunities
Coast Hills Church
5 Pursuit, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Heart and Home is a monthly support group that meets the first Sunday of every month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Please r.s.v.p. ahead of time for Free Childcare / inquiries at heartandhome4kids@gmail.com. Heart and Home's purpose is to support families caring for children through foster care, guardianship, adoption, and Safe Families.
County of Orange California
OC Social Services Agency - Children Family Services
Visit their website for information on Foster Care, Adoptions, Resources, Events and more:
Family Resource Center
22481 Aspan Street, Suite B, Lake Forest, CA 92630
The South Orange County Family Resource Center (SOCFRC) offers a host of different programs designed as resources for parents. For more information on any of these services,
Click on http://www.socfrc.org/Services-Programs or call 949.364.0500.
KinshipCareCA.org
We hope to connect you to the services you need most, when you need them, in real time. Find local resources and best-fit services providers by visiting us at:
Foster Care Auxiliary of Orange County
Foster Care Auxiliary is a proactive group of foster parents, social workers and community members dedicated to working together to provide high quality care to dependent children, foster parent support and legislative advocacy.
Mariners Church
Foster Youth & Families 5001 Newport Coast Dr. Irvine, CA 92603
949.769.8100; tmcmullen@marinerschurch.org
Foster Youth & Families is an Outreach Ministry at Mariners Church in Irvine, CA. The ministry provides education, events and services to the foster population in Orange County. https://fostercare.marinerschurch.org/about/
It truly takes a village to care for the foster youth & vulnerable children in our community! We believe everyone can play a significant part. Many of the families who welcome children into their homes need a loving community & support system to help sustain them for the long-term needs that their children have -through prayer, meals and transportation. If you are a Foster or Kinship Family in need of support, please contact Tammy McMullen: tmcmullen@marinerschurch.org
OC United
418/436 W Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 515-3085
(Classroom is in the back.) OC United provides resources and support to caregivers, children, and young adults from the foster care system through programs for parents and caregivers (RESPITE) and aged-out foster youth (THRIVE).
RESPITE Support Group (2nd & 4th Sundays) – 2:00-3:30pm – OC United 434/436 Classrooms. Childcare available with registration. For more information and resources contact: Renae M. Dupuis, Trauma Specialist and Program Director - renaed@ocunited.org, 714-515-3094.
THRIVE stands for Transitional Home Recognizing Independence, Value, and Empowerment. The THRIVE Program empowers former-foster and at-risk youth toward healthy independence within the community by coming alongside them with case management, counseling, and providing the skills necessary to succeed in life. We provide practical services like budget coaching, simple cooking, mentoring, job search training, and other important life skills classes. THRIVE offers various support to both in-house and non-housing participants including Educational, Life Skills, Job Skills/Career Development, Financial Literacy/Budgeting, Mentoring, Tutoring, Therapy, Interpersonal and Spiritual growth. Our goal is to equip young men and women to THRIVE as confident, self-sufficient adults. THRIVE Nights- If you’re a former foster youth, come join us the second and fourth Tuesday night of the month at THRIVE Night! It’s a great place to relax, enjoy a meal, connect and hang out. Email jimd@ocunited.org to get involved!
Olive Crest Kinship Support
Olive Crest’s goal is to provide services that strengthen families and encourage their success. Kinship Support Services offers support to relatives raising a relative’s children. If you are a grandparent, aunt, uncle, sibling, extended family member, or family friend who is raising your relative’s child, and you live in Orange County, support and resources are available to you.
Olive Crest’s Kinship Program Offers:
Support Groups and Workshops: Provide opportunities for education, recreation, and support in various group settings to empower relative caregivers, build positive connections and strengthen kinship families.
Support groups resume the 2nd Wednesday of January. La Habra will resume in February -see schedule below.
1st Wednesday Spanish & English Support Group is at La Habra FRC 6-7:30pm **childcare provided
2nd Wednesday English Support Group is at the Panera in Lake Forest 10am-11:30am **no childcare
3rd Wednesday English Support Group at Olive Crest Santa Ana 6-7:30pm, Saddleback College nights time is 6-8pm **childcare and teen group available
4th Wednesday Spanish Support Group at Olive Crest Santa Ana 6-7:30pm, Saddleback College nights time is 6-8pm **childcare and teen group available
Case Management Services: Relative care advocates work closely with kinship families who may be at risk for disruption by developing an individual service plan focused on addressing specific service needs. (Advocates provide connections to community resources, respite care, and individual and family counseling.)
Relative Care Mentors: Olive Crest offers experienced relative caregivers available to offer valuable insight, guidance, and support to relative caregivers through the sharing of personal experiences on an individual or group basis.
To enroll or refer a family member to Kinship Support Services, contact kinship@olivecrest.org or call 657.622.4191; En Español: Todos los servicios están disponibles en español. Para más información, contacta kinship@olivecrest.org o 657.622.4191
Open Arms Adoption Resource Group
Darren and Guiselle Scott (714) 599-4473
Saddleback Church
Join other adoptive, kinship, and foster parents for support, training, and encouragement as we learn how to better relate to our children and bring healing. We meet at three Saddleback Church campuses. We meet every Tuesday at 11am at the Lake Forest campus, every Saturday at 4pm at the Anaheim campus, the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Rancho Capistrano campus, and every 4th Saturday at the San Clemente campus.
https://saddleback.com/care/supportgroup/Adoption-Kinship-Foster-Care-Support-Group
The Nest Family Therapist
Contact Us
Martine Wehr, JD
Director
Foster and Kinship Care Education
Ph: (949) 582-4217
mwehr@saddleback.edu
FKCE Program Office
Ph: (949) 582-4884 - Please leave a reply email.
scfkce@saddleback.edu