Family and Community Support Services
Provided by Children's Aid Foundation
Children's Aid helps families stay strong and connected through many different services. We support parents and caregivers with the tools they need to take care of their families. We help families dea...
Houston, TX
About this service
Children's Aid helps families stay strong and connected through many different services. We support parents and caregivers with the tools they need to take care of their families. We help families dealing with domestic violence, trauma, and other hard times. We also provide foster care services when kids need safe homes. Our programs help parents work with teachers to support their children's learning. We build stronger communities by working with schools and local partners to help all kids succeed.
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Who can use this
Families and children in need of support services
Organization
Children's Aid Foundation
Provides programs for early childhood learning, child safety, and youth skills. Helps make sure all children have what they need to succeed in school and life.
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All servicesPublic Policy Advocacy for FamiliesChildren's Aid fights for laws and policies that help children and families in New York City's poorest neighborhoods. Their team talks to government leaders about problems families face and works to change unfair rules. They focus on getting more early childhood education, after-school programs, summer jobs for teens, school health centers, and help for kids in foster care. They work with other organizations to make their voice stronger when asking for better funding and laws that protect families.
Academic and Social-Emotional Learning ProgramsChildren's Aid helps kids succeed in school and life through programs that support learning and emotional growth. They offer early childhood programs, after-school help, summer activities, college prep, and job training. These programs help children from poor families get a good education and build skills they need to succeed. Kids get help with reading, homework, test prep for college, and learning how to work with others. The goal is to help young people overcome challenges and reach their full potential through education.
Health and Nutrition ServicesChildren's Aid provides complete health care for kids and families in New York City. They offer medical checkups, dental care, mental health counseling, and substance abuse help. They also teach about healthy eating and safe relationships. Services are provided at schools and community health centers. The goal is to keep children healthy so they can do well in school and life. Services include vision screenings, behavioral health support, and help for families dealing with domestic violence.
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