Strengthening families today for stronger communities tomorrow.

Child & Family
Center

About Child & Family Center

Our Mission

Since 1976, Child & Family Center has built on what our founders started by providing quality care and services to children and families in need in our community. Changing Lives. Healing Relationships. Helping People Thrive – “Strengthening families today for stronger communities tomorrow.”

Support Our Mission

Your support is critical to the work of Child & Family Center and your donation will help support the children and families in our community. Your gift will help change lives, heal relationships, and help people thrive. No gift is too small!

Our Services

Mental Health Services

Mental Health services for children, teens and their families.

Drug & Alcohol Treatment

Our Pathways to Recovery drug & alcohol treatment program provides outpatient, intensive outpatient and recovery support services for teens and adults.

Domestic Violence Services

We provide domestic violence services for individuals and their children who are in abusive relationships. Services include safety, shelter and support for domestic violence survivors.

Prevention & Outreach Services

Services include prevention education, community outreach events, and awareness activities that support youth and parents so they can become empowered to make positive choices.

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Cruz Brewing for donating the proceeds from their 2nd Anniversary Celebration on May 16 to Child & Family Center! 🍻💙 With 200 attendees coming together to celebrate, the event was a wonderful example of community support in action. We are so grateful for your generosity and partnership in helping children and families thrive.
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For decades, Barbara Cochran has been a driving force for good in the Santa Clarita Valley—and we're proud to spotlight her as part of our 50-year celebration. 💙

A longtime community leader, volunteer, and advocate, Barbara has supported Child & Family Center since the 1980s, serving on the Center's Policy Board and Foundation Board. She was also a founding member of the Center's Domestic Violence Program, helping bring critical services and support to individuals and families in need. 

Barbara's dedication to strengthening families and improving lives has left a lasting impact on our community and on Child & Family Center's mission. We're grateful for her years of service, leadership, and unwavering support. ✨ 

Join us on September 17th as we celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center—honoring the people, stories, and partnerships that have shaped our journey.
🎟️ Secure your spot for just $50:
https://www.childfamilycenter.org/child-family-center-50th-anniversary/
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✨ A Golden Celebration 50 Years in the Making! ✨

Join us as Child & Family celebrates five extraordinary decades of changing lives, strengthening families and serving our community.

For one unforgettable night, the Center will be beautifully transformed for a celebration filled with nostalgia, connection and sparkle. Take a walk down memory lane, enjoy live music by Lance Allyn, and savor delicious bites created by Santa Clarita’s own Executive Chef Walter Kiczek.

This milestone belongs to all of us—our community, clients, staff, board member, supporters and partners and who have been part of our story throughout the past 50 years.

🥂 Come raise a glass, reconnect with friends and celebrate the incredible legacy we have built together.

Because you only turn 50 once—and this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

🎟️ Get your tickets today and be part of this historic evening! https://www.childfamilycenter.org/child-family-center-50th-anniversary/ - link in bio
Thank you to Los Angeles County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger for sharing a special congratulatory message as Child & Family Center celebrates 50 years of service to our community. 💙

Throughout her years of public service, Supervisor Barger has been a strong advocate for mental health services, vulnerable youth, and family well-being, causes that closely align with Child & Family Center's mission. Her office has supported the Center through the years, including participating in board installation ceremonies and recognizing the importance of the services we provide to children, families, and individuals throughout our region.

As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are grateful for the recognition and support of community leaders who help shine a light on the importance of mental health, family support, domestic violence services, and programs that help people thrive. ✨

🎟️ Join us on September 17th and celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center for just $50:
 https://www.childfamilycenter.org/child-family-center-50th-anniversary/

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💜 Join us for the 5K Walk for Domestic Violence! 💜

Walk with us as we come together to support survivors of domestic violence and raise awareness about its impact on individuals, families, and our community.

Every step helps bring hope, safety, and healing. Child & Family Center's domestic violence services are provided free of charge and include emergency shelter, a 24-hour hotline, counseling, and legal advocacy for those in need.

👟 Register to walk or become an event sponsor today.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly event
🐾 Dogs welcome

Together, we can stand with survivors, promote healing, and help create a safer, healthier community for all.
💜 Walk. Support. Make a Difference.
https://www.childfamilycenter.org/purple-walk/

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Our recent Family Fun Night was a wonderful opportunity for Child & Family Center clients and their families to enjoy a special evening together. Exclusive to the families we serve, the event provided a chance to connect, have fun, and create lasting memories in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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From engaging activities and games to opportunities for families to spend meaningful time together, the night was filled with smiles, laughter, and community. We are grateful to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success. Thank you for being part of the Child & Family Center family! 💙
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Great community events are made possible by people who bring both passion and heart to everything they do—and Laina McFerren is one of them. 💙

A longtime supporter and former Board member of Child & Family Center, Laina has helped strengthen our community through her generosity, leadership, and commitment to local causes. Recognized as the 2017 Santa Clarita Valley Woman of the Year, she has dedicated countless hours to serving organizations that make a difference in the lives of others. 

Many in the Santa Clarita Valley know Laina through her involvement with Wolf Creek Restaurant and her ongoing support of Child & Family Center events, including Taste of the Town. Her dedication to bringing people together and giving back to the community reflects the spirit of service that has helped shape our 50-year journey. 

As we celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center, we're grateful for supporters like Laina whose generosity and community leadership continue to make a lasting impact. ✨
🎟️ Join us on September 17th and celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center for just $50:
https://www.childfamilycenter.org/child-family-center-50th-anniversary/
#ChildFamilyCenter #50Years #Celebration #CommunityStrong #SantaClarita #HelpingPeopleThrive
Community leadership takes many forms, and Marsha McLean has been leading by example for years. 💙

A longtime member of the Santa Clarita City Council and four-time Mayor, Marsha has dedicated her career to improving the quality of life for local residents through community service, advocacy, and leadership.

Marsha has also recognized the important work of Child & Family Center, including its Domestic Violence Program and the critical support it provides to survivors and their families. Her commitment to community well-being reflects the spirit of partnership that has helped Child & Family Center make a lasting impact over the past 50 years.

As we celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center, we're grateful for community leaders like Marsha who help make Santa Clarita a stronger, more caring place for all. ✨
🎟️ Join us on September 17th and celebrate 50 years of Child & Family Center for just $50:
https://www.childfamilycenter.org/child-family-center-50th-anniversary/
#ChildFamilyCenter #50Years #Celebration #CommunityStrong #SantaClarita #HelpingPeopleThrive

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Hours of Operation
  • Monday – Thursday 9am – 7pm
  • Friday 9am – 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday Closed