What can families expect when they visit a Family Resource Center?

Family Resource Center Staff can help in times of need by supporting and connecting to:

• Parenting information and classes

• School readiness programs that support school success

• Quality preschool and childcare

• Quality after-school programs

• Support for the children with special needs

• Counseling and mental health services

• Employment assistance

• Health insurance enrollment

• Basic needs (food, clothing, & shelter)

• Referral to legal assistance & immigration services

• Substance abuse services

• Educational, social, and legal advocacy

• Parent leadership and volunteer opportunities

Our Mission

The mission of the Network of Family Resource Centers in Santa Barbara County is to promote high-quality, family-centered practices that foster social change and mobilize efforts to strengthen children, families and communities.  The Network envisions all families are connected and engaged in their community and are empowered to be resilient, resourceful, and self-reliant.