Programs & Services

Family Support

SERVICES

Family Counseling
Counseling can help families work out challenges and difficult issues. We also offer specialized services for families experiencing separation, divorce, and remarriage.

Families and Schools Together (FAST)
FAST is a school-based, family-focused program designed to increase self-esteem and improve the school performance of at-risk elementary and middle school children by supporting the natural strength of the family unit. Specific goals include preventing school failure, enhancing family bonding and functioning, preventing substance abuse by the child and family, and reducing the stress that parents and children experience in their daily lives.

Independent Living Program (ILP)
This program serves youth who are preparing to exit from foster care, group homes or a relative placement, as well as those who have recently “emancipated” (been legally declared self-sufficient to leave the foster care system and live on their own). Participants learn about vocational training, college and financial aid, jobs and careers, housing, budgeting, health issues, living independently, and leadership skills.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is Eligible?
Family Counseling: Open to all families.

FAST Program: Available in certain school districts in Santa Clara County. (Contact us to inquire about offering it in your district.)

Independent Living Program (ILP): For youth within the foster care system or for those who have been recently legally declared self-sufficient to leave the foster care system and live on their own.

Is There A Waiting List? If So, How Long?
No.

Are There Any Fees?
Sliding scale fees for counseling.

What Languages Are Spoken?
Services are available in English and Spanish.

Where and when are services provided?

Counseling:

Palo Alto Office
375 Cambridge Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 326-6576 tel.
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. –9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

San Jose Office
950 W. Julian Street
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 292-9353 tel
Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

ILP Program:

Campbell Office
1 West Campbell Avenue, D40, Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 374-9220 tel.
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

FOR INFORMATION

Appointments and Information:
ILP Program: (408) 374-9220.
Counseling: (650) 326-6576, (408) 292-9353

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