Family Preservation
Keeping Families Together, Safely and Strongly
Foothill Family’s Family Preservation Program is a lifeline for families experiencing difficult circumstances. Designed to keep children safely in their homes or reunite them with their families after allegations of abuse or neglect, this program provides comprehensive in-home counseling, case management, and vital community connections.
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What is Family Preservation?
Our dedicated team works hand-in-hand with parents and caregivers to address challenges, strengthen family relationships, and build the skills needed to create a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment. Through personalized support and guidance, we help families overcome obstacles and move toward long-term healing and resilience.
Our Approach
- Personalized in-home family counseling
- Referrals and case management
- Collaboration with families to address underlying issues
- Focus on improving communication and nurturing environments
Services Offered
- In-Home Counseling: Tailored sessions to strengthen family bonds.
- Case Management: Connecting families to vital community resources.
- Referrals to Services: Access to mental health care, housing assistance, parenting support, etc.
- Crisis Intervention: Immediate help during difficult family situations.
Why It Matters
The Family Preservation Program plays a critical role in preventing unnecessary family separation by offering early intervention and comprehensive support to families in crisis. By addressing the root causes of conflict and instability, our program helps parents holistically. By addressing the root causes of conflict and instability, our program helps parents strengthen their skills, improve communication, and provide safe, loving homes for their children. This proactive approach not only keeps families together but also builds the foundation for long-term stability and well-being.
In 2024, over 90% of families who completed the program were able to safely remain together, avoiding foster care placements and preserving the family unit.