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Parenting
California Parenting Institute
Focuses on parents of babies from birth to 5 years old. We work with parents, infants and toddlers and recognize the importance of this early parent relationship. Fostering early bonding makes the child and parent development stronger, healthier and more resilient over time. Services include parent education classes, parenting in-home visitation, videotaping parent-baby interactions,case management and a newsletter.
Fees: Low cost
Contact: (707) 585-6108
http://www.calparents.org
California Parenting Institute (CPI) WARMLINE
Confidential phoneline for parents to ask about children’s behavior, child development, parenting skills, and related topics. Calls are returned within 48 hours by a trained warmline volunteer.
Contact: (800) 544-WARM
Care Children's Counseling Center
Caring Parents Program teaches skills helpful to parents whose children ages 2-18 have experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse,neglect, exposure to domestic voilence or parental substance abuse. Also works with children who have challenging behaviors such as Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyperactivity, and Defiant Behavior.
Contact: (707) 575-9166
Christian Counseling of Santa Rosa
Offers professional counseling from a Christian perspective for couples, adult individuals,and families.
Contact: (707) 545-9789
Early Learning Institute
Provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Also provides parent support and education, community playgroups and free developmental assessments. Special support programs for child care providers and community recreation programs available.
Contact: (707) 591-0170
http://www.earlylearninginstitute.com
Family Action of Sonoma County
A non-profit organization whose mission is to effect long term policy change that will have a positive impact on the lives and health of children and their families in Sonoma County. Members pledge to engage decision makers and the public in makeing Sonoma County a heathier,safer and supportive community for children. Produce reports, collects data and advocates for change.
Contact: (707) 586-3032
http://www.fasc.org
Family Education Center (FEC)
Parent education groups, anger awareness workshops, individual & family counseling, parenting classes on a variety of topics, and workshops for child care providers and other professionals.
Contact: (707) 762-883
Grandparents Parenting…Again
Support group for grandparents and other relatives who are parenting a family member's child.Organizes an annual conference. Speakers on legal issues, court system, parenting and domestic and child abuse.
Contact: (707) 566-8676
http://www.grandparentsparentingagain.org/contact.shtml
Jewish Family and Children's Services
Parent education classes for parents of children ages 0-5, for groups of six or more parents offered at child care centers and businesses throughout the county. Over 40 different classes and playgroups including drop-in play centers, infant massage, support for children and parents, and education on nutrition and parenting. Fees: vary some aid available through Califorina Department of Social Services. Call for information about arranging a class at your child care center or business.
Contact: (707) 571-8131
http://www.jfcs.org
National Center for Fathering
Practical resources for dads in many fathering situations.
Contact: (800) 593-DADS
Orenda Center Sober Parents Group
Support group periodically offered to parents in recovery. Call regarding availability.
Contact: (707) 524-7476
Parents Without Partners (Informational Message Number)
Community events and support for single parents.
Contact: (707) 523-8491
Parents, Families, & Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
Support for families of gays and lesbians.
Contact: (202) 434-2296
Petaluma Adult School
Parenting classes - open to the public.
Contact: (707) 778-4633
Public Health Nursing Field Unit
Sends nurses to new parents at home to teach parenting skills.
Contact: (707) 565-4440
Santa Rosa City Bus
The Santa Rosa City Bus website has information for you about schedules, maps, fares, tickets and buses. It also includes information about the "Take a free ride program" and the "Bus Buddy" program for seniors. To see additional information please visit their website below or use the following contact numbers 707.543.3333 for Spanish 707.543.4240
http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/tp/citybus/index.asp
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) Foster & Kinship Care Education Program
Classes, workshops, resources, and support for foster, kinship and adoptive parents.
Contact: (707) 527-4999 ext. 1197
Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) of Sonoma
Offers classes/support on parenting teens. Call regarding availability.
Contact: (707) 996-7991
Sonoma County Mother's Clubs
Support, education, and socialization for mothers and families. Meetings, playgroups, and family outings are scheduled throughout the year. Age range is mother's-to-be through mothers of children up to 5 years. Locations include:
Sonoma.............................. (707) 996-9890
Santa Rosa (voice mail)....... (707)525-5902
Petaluma (voice mail)...........(707) 778-6494
North County (voice mail)... (707)547-9989
Rohnert Park.......................(707) 522-8642
Sebastopol Parent's Club.....(707) 579-9683
Sonoma County Mothers of Multiples (707) 523-3559
Redwood Empire Parents of Multiples (707) 547-9518
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Health & Safety
Alliance Medical Center
Provides urgent care with no appointment, family planning services, prenatal care, a pediatrics clinic, school and employment physicals, nutrition counseling, social services advocacy, Diabetic and hypertensive care, minor treatment and dental clinic. Also offers chiropractic and acupuncture services, mental health counseling and immigration physical. Sliding scale; Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, Child Health and Disability Program and County Medical Services
Contact: (707) 433-5494
Ananda Institute
Provides outpatient treatment with educational and process sessions for individuals experiencing difficulties with alcohol or other drugs. Offers an approach to treatment that is based on a belief in each individuals ability to devlop new skills and change attitudes and behaviors that will positively affect that individuals recovery process. Fees: Sliding scale
Contact: (707) 544-4441
California Children's Services
Assists to diagnose and treat serious medical conditions and disabilities.Provides physical and occupational therapy, financial assistance, case managment, and access to specialized medical care.
Contact: (707) 565-4500
California Rural Legal Assistance
Provides legal assistance. Priorites for services are wokers' rights, housing,educational rights, environmental health and welfare rights.
Contact: (707) 528-9941
Council on Aging Services for Seniors(COA) Legal Services
Legal Assistance for seniors 60 yrs of age. Services in English and Spanish.
Contact: (707) 525-0143
http://www.councilonaging.com
County of Sonoma Maternal Child Health Referral Line
Information regarding resources available for family planning, pregnancy care, child health care, immunizations and supplemental nutrition programs.
Contact: (800) 427-8982
Elsie Allen High School Health Center
School-based health center and primary comprehensive health care for all Santa Rosa teens. Sports physicals, immunizations, care of illnesses, injuries, counseling, pregnancy, STD and HIV testing. Also offers specialized programs for diabetes,medications,car seats,breast and cervical cancer screening and insurance applcation assistance.
Contact: (707) 528-5770
http://www.swhealthcenter.org/elsieallen
Family Education Center
LifeWorks: Strengthens families and individuals through education and counseling, Our services include parent education meetings, individual and family counseling.Offers support and education regarding family issues related to substance abuse. Provides an 8 to 10 week program to children and families to promote awareness and understanding. Offers a variety of workshops and support groups, training and services for parent educators, bookstore and lending library.
Contact: (707) 568-2300
http://www.petalumamothersclub.org/resources/parenting
Farmworker Services
Committed to create paths and opportunities for those seeking greater self-sufficiency, independence and diginity through education,training, housing and other services. Fee:none
Contact: (707) 433-1992
Health Resource Mentor
Community link with people who have specialized knowledge and experience in the health field. Services include bridging languages and cultures as well as providing health information, referrals and access to services for individuals, families, and communities.
Contact: (707) 521-2507
Maternal and Child Health Programs
Services include information and resources for family planning, perinatal substance abuse, pregnancy care, child health check ups, WIC,and health care for children. A program of the Sonoma County Department of Health Services
Toll Free Number 1-800-427-8982
Monday through Friday 8 - 5pm
http://www.sonoma-county.org/mcah
Mobile Health Clinic of Memorial Hospital
Health clinic services to children and adults who are low income and have no regular doctor or clinic. Comprehensive health care, well-child exams, immunizations, minor illnesses and injuries and perinatal care. Limited services for adults. Clinic travels to various sites throughout the county. Call for location and times.
Contact: (707) 524-2477
National Maternal & Child Health Clearing House
Information and referrals regarding women's and children's health issues. English and Spanish.
Contact: (888) 434-4624 (toll-free)
Public Health Clinical Services/Immunization
Family Planning & maternity services, well-baby & well-child exams, immunizations & TB tests.
Contact: (707) 565-4820
Public Health Nursing
In-home assessment, intervention, and referral services for families.
Contact: (707) 565-4725
Roseland Children's Health Center
Sliding scale fees for health care.
Contact: (707) 578-2005
Russian River Health Center
Provides health and dental care on a sliding scale basis.
Contact: (707) 887-1501
Sonoma County Department of Health Services
WIC Program - Public Health services including nutrition information and food for women, and children (0-5).
Contact: (707) 565-4467
http://www.sonoma-county.org/mcah
Sonoma County Indian Health Project
Dental and other health services for Native Americans.
Contact: (707) 544-4056
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center
Family practice services, prenatal care, women's services, immunization and flu shots.
Contact: (707) 939-6070
Southwest Community Health Clinic
Open to all who need medical, dental, and mental health services.
Contact: (707) 547-2222
Sutter Family Practice Clinic
Health services for low-income families.
Contact: (707) 576-4192
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Housing
Burbank Housing Development Corporation
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the supply of housing in Sonoma County, so that low-income people of all ages, backgrounds and special needs will have a better opportunity to live in decent affordable housing. We Maintain a list of housing developments with rentals. Each property has a waiting list
Contact: (707) 526-1020
California Human Development Corporation Weatherization & Home Energy Assistance
Assessment and support to make your home more energy efficient(weather stipping, caulking, minor home repairs, broken windows, etc.)
Contact: (707) 566-3960
California Rural Legal Assistance
Provides legal assistance. Priorites for services are wokers' rights, housing,educational rights, environmental health and welfare rights.
Contact: (707) 528-9941
Catholic Charities Family Support Center
Operates an emergency homeless shelter for children and their families, pregnant women, elderly, and persons with disabilites. Program provides case management, support services, and community resources leading to family stabilization,housing placement an retention.
Contact: (707) 542-5426
Catholic Charities Housing Counseling
Provides assistance with funding and retaining housing; securing assistance funds for housing; housing-based education; and linkage to appropriate related community resources.
Contact: (707) 528-8712
Community Action Partnership (CAP)
Provides assistance to families, single women, elderly and persons with disabilities who are homeless. Part of the Sonoma County Network of Shelters.
Contact: (707) 544-6911
Farmworker Services
Committed to create paths and opportunities for those seeking greater self-sufficiency, independence and diginity through education,training, housing and other services. Fee:none
Contact: (707) 433-1992
FISH of Santa Rosa
Temporary shelter and meal voucher given for up to four days per month. First come, first served, with families given priority. Call after 5pm.
Contact: (707) 527-5151
http://www.ccum.us/pro-fish.htm
HCA Family Fund & Rental Guarantee Program ( West County )
Rental assistance for families at risk of homelessness. Rents and security deposits can be provided in the citys of Forestville,Guerneville,Graton and Sebastopol. Priorities are families, seniors and persons with disabilities.
Contact: (707) 887-2226
Housing Assistance ( North County )
Offers rental assistance and deposit payments through HCA funds and "Season of Sharing" funds for persons in zip codes 95425, 95441, 95448, and 95492.
No fee
Contact: (707) 433-6161
Petaluma People's Services
HCA Family Fund offers rental assistance for households at risk of homelessness. Help with rent or security deposits. Priorities are families, seniors, and persons with disabilities in the Petaluma area. Provides informaion to people in Petaluma in regard to tenant/landlord issues, rent increases, evictions, repairs, security deposits, discrimination, ect.
Contact: (707) 765-8488
Petaluma People's Services Committee ( COTS )
Provides shelter for families with children for a maximum of two months. Support services such as counseling, referrals, and on-site workshops are available.
Contact: (707) 765-6530
Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) Ripley Street Shelter
Emergency shelter for runaway teens ages 12-17.
Contact: (707) 546-3432
The Rose Women & Children's Emergency Shelter
Christian shelter providing a 30-day evening program. First come, first served.
Contact: (707) 573-0490
Vietnam Veterans of California Resource Center
Transitional housing for women with young children. Support services such as parenting classes, help with re-establishing credit, education. For veterans and non-veterans.
Contact: (707) 578-8387
Vineyards Workers Services - La Casa De La Amistad
Provides emergency shelter, hot meals, English classes, health care referrals. Services in English and Spanish. For farm workers or family members of farm workers.
Contact: (707) 933-0897
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Special Needs
Advocacy Resource Center
Provides support services to clients who acquired their developmental disabilities before age 22 and their families. Also provides information & referral, education & training, resource library of print, audio, and video; advocacy for individuals to know and exercise their rights to shape the system of services,and enact enabling legislation. No fee for services.
Contact: (707) 578-5454
Area Four Board on Developmental Disabilities
Protects the civil, legal and service rights of people who have developmental disabilities. Offers information & referral, community education, advocacy and support.test
Contact: (707) 648-4073
California Children's Services
Assists to diagnose and treat serious medical conditions and disabilities.Provides physical and occupational therapy, financial assistance, case managment, and access to specialized medical care.
Contact: (707) 565-4500
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD)
Support groups, meetings, phone support, information on resources, and referrals to professionals for parents of children with Attention Deficit Disorders. This number is an informational phone message.
Contact: (707) 765-4863
Community Alliance for Special Education (CASE)
Free consultations about special education rights and services to parents and professionals by telephone or face to face. Trained advocates and attorneys assist parents at IEP meetings, Mediation Conferences and Due Process Hearings. Sliding fee scale.
Contact: (415) 928-2273
Community Resources for Independence (CRI)
Information and referrals for people with disabilities. Disability law clinic helps with Social Security over-payment appeals.
Contact: (707) 528-2745
Disability Rights Education Defense Fund (DREDF)
DREDF is a national law and policy center dedicated to furthering the civil rights of people with disabilities. Technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act, lawyer referral,and parent training.
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund, Inc.
Berkeley California
Contact: (800) 466-4232
http://www.dredf.org
Early Learning Institute
Provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Also provides parent support and education, community playgroups and free developmental assessments. Special support programs for child care providers and community recreation programs available.
Contact: (707) 591-0170
http://www.earlylearninginstitute.com
Early Start Warmline
Information, assessment, referral, and services for children ages birth to 3 years who have possible delays in development or speech.
Contact: (800) 646-3268
http://www.warmlinefrc.org
Easter Seals Northern California
Comprehensive services for physical and developmentally disabled individuals from birth through adulthood. Programs include infant development services, community socialization programs, special education assistance, loan of medical equipment, and information & referral.
Contact: (707) 584-1443
http://www.esncal.org
Matrix
Parent-to-parent support, information, training and resources to families who have infant and toddlers with special needs.
Contact: (707) 586-3314
North Bay Regional Center
Services for persons with developmental disabilities such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, mental retardation, and autism.
Contact: (707) 569-2000
Santa Rosa City Schools Office of Special Services
Assessment, support services, and special education programs for students with disabilities. Classes/teachers for children with severe handicaps beginning at age 3. Referrals for children with mild handicaps ages 3-5.
Contact: (707) 528-5321
Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) Special Education Preschool Program (formerly SELPA)
Intensive preschool program (special day class) for children with special needs. Non-intensive speech and language program for children with delays in speech and language.
Contact: (707) 522-3272
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Legal Services
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Sonoma County
If a person feels that her or his civil rights have been violated they are referred to the appropriate agency. Sometimes will get involed in the suit to protect the civil rigths or stop the violation. No fee for services
Contact: (707) 765-5005
Association for Children of Enforcement of Support (ACES)
Helps families entitled to child support, visitation, legal rights and remedies.
Contact: (800) 537-7072
California Department of Industrial Relations State Labor Commission
CAL-OSHA: Helps with claims for unpaid wages,unsafe labor conditions, and employee rights.
Contact: (707) 576-2388
California Rural Legal Assistance
Provides legal assistance. Priorites for services are wokers' rights, housing,educational rights, environmental health and welfare rights.
Contact: (707) 528-9941
Catholic Charities Immigration and Resettlement
Provides immigration legal services including family visa petitions, adjustments of status, citzenship applications and education, consultation and referrals. Resettles refugees. Provides advice to community agencies regarding immigration.
Contact: (707) 578-6000
Community Alliance for Special Education (CASE)
Free consultation about special education rights and services to parents and professionals by telephone or face to face. Trained advocates and attorneys assist parents at IEP meeting, Mediation Conferences and Due Process Hearings. Sliding fee scale.
Contact: (415) 431-2285
Council on Aging Services for Seniors(COA) Legal Services
Legal Assistance for seniors 60 yrs of age. Services in English and Spanish.
Contact: (707) 525-0143
http://www.councilonaging.com
Criminal Justice, Diversion & Educational Programs
An alternative to the traditional court process for those seeking to make postive changes in their lives.
Contact: (707) 523-2242
North Bay Advocates
Advocacy, paralegal and consulting services for families of children 0-22 with needs for special education support. Sliding fee scale.
Contact: (707) 824-9927
Petaluma People's Services Tenant, Landlord Education and Mediation
Provides information regarding tenant and landlord rights.
Contact: (707) 765-8488
Redwood Empire Conflict Resolution Services (RECOURSE)
Mediation and conflict resolution skills training, community mediation (landlord/tenant, neighbors, businesses), court-referred mediation, information and referral. Victim-Offender Reconciliation Program, Parent-Teen & Family Mediations, Parent-Teen Workshops, Classroom Education, and Peer Mediator training. Sliding fee-scale.
Contact: (707) 525-8545
Restorative Resources
Restorative Resources is a non-profit organization committed to restorative justice principles, values, and practices. They address the harm done by criminal offending, reduce the risk of future harm, and focus on strengthening and building the community.
Contact: 707-823-8080
http://www.restorativeresources.org
Sonoma County Child Support Services
Works with families to establish paternity, child support, enforcement of rights to medical insurance, child support enforcement, and other enforcement services.
Contact: (707) 565-4000
Sonoma County Legal Aid (SCLA)
Legal assistance to low income persons in areas of family law and eviction defense. Information seminars, self-help clinics and referrals to volunteer attorneys. Assistance for survivors of domestic violence and Sonoma Works clients with legal barriers to employment. Self Help Access Center provides assistance in filing legal papers, information, and resources for low income persons representing themselves in court. Tues., Wed., Thurs. 8:30am-12noon. Services in English and Spanish.
Contact: (707) 542-1290
Sonoma County Legal Services Foundation
Legal services and education on a variety of topics. Bi-weekly legal workshops. Referrals to child visitation supervisors for in court-ordered custody cases. Legal programs for youth in the classroom or the community. Domestic violence educators for low and modest income residents of Sonoma County. Services in English and Spanish.
Contact: (707) 546-2924
Sonoma County Victim Assistance Center
Advocacy with criminal justice agencies for crime victims and their family members. Works with the State Victims Compensation and Government Claims Board (800-777-9229) to provide reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses for medical treatment, mental health therapy, loss of wages, or funeral & burial expenses for crime victims and their family members.
Contact: (707) 565-8250
YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association)
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services Program provides advocacy, legal services, and help with temporary restraining orders for those experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
Contact: (707) 546-9922 ext 16
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Recreation
Artreach
Free Tickets to children of low income families to the Childrens's Performing Arts Series at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Family entertainment, dance, puppets and live theater.
Contact: (707) 546-3600
http://www.lbc.net
Boys and Girls Clubs
After-school and summer sports, arts, crafts, cooking, and tutoring for children ages 7-18 years
Contact: (707) 542-3249
California State Parks
Camping Reservation Guide and other state parks information.
Contact: (800) 444-7275
http://www.cal-parks.ca.gov
Charles M. Schulz Museum
Exhibits of original comic strips, photographs and other materials from the Peanuts comic strips, a 100-seat auditorium, classroom space and outdoor gardens.
Contact: (707) 579-4452
http://www.charlesmschulzmuseum.org
DeMeo Teen Club/CHOPS
Teen Center serving Ages 12 to 18 who attend school or live in Santa Rosa. We have a 3/4 basketball court and regulation size volleyball court.Indoor soccer, floor hockey, stickball, dodgeball, badminton, ping pong, climbing wall, Art studio and recording studio.
Fee: $1 per year membership
Contact: (707) 284-2467
http://www.chopsonline.com
El Nido Teen Center
Serves Teens ages 13 to 19, Social and sports activties including informal baketball, billards, boxing, swimming, paintball, dances, and field trips. Fee: Free
Contact: (707) 939-1452
Filipino-American Community Center
Recreation, cultural and social activities. Also helps with DMV and social services.
Contact: (707) 546-2795
Jewish Family and Children's Services
Parent education classes for parents of children ages 0-5, for groups of six or more parents offered at child care centers and businesses throughout the county. Over 40 different classes and playgroups including drop-in play centers, infant massage, support for children and parents, and education on nutrition and parenting. Fees: vary some aid available through Califorina Department of Social Services. Call for information about arranging a class at your child care center or business.
Contact: (707) 571-8131
http://www.jfcs.org
Kid Street Theater
Wide range of activities for after school fun for children 5 to 18 years of age, especially homeless or at-risk youth. computers, gardening, painting, dance, music, writing, photography, ceramics, tutoring, active sports, crafts, field trips, theater, and more.Uses theater to teach teamwork, communiction, cooperation, and self-expression skills. Fee: free or sliding scale
Contact: (707) 525-9223
http://www.kstreet.org
Luther Burbank Home and Gardens
Located in Santa Rosa at the corner of Santa Rosa and Sonoma Avenues. The gardens are free and open to the public from 8:00 a.m. until dusk.
Contact: (707) 524-5445
Pacific Coast Air Museum
The Pacific Coast Air Museum is a non-profit museum dedicated to promoting the display of historical aircraft and provides an educational experience for students and the community.
Contact: (707) 575-7900
http://www.pacificcoastairmuseum.org
Redwood Empire Chinese Association
Open to members of the Chinese community and interested persons. We train children in traditional dances. Saturday cultural dance lessons are free and open to everyone. Also teaches Tai Chi and martial arts. Teen youth group meets for social events and service projects.
Contact: (707) 528-0912
http://www.recacenter.org
Salvation Army Corps Community Center
Free group activities, scouting program, recreational events and summer camps for kids.
Contact: (707) 542-0981
Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks Dept.
Locator map available with over 50 parks and facilities.
Contact: (707) 543-3292
http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/econnect/start
Sonoma County Library
Offers story programs such as "Toddler or Preschool Story Time" and Family Evening Storytimes," special events and summer reading clubs at many library locations.
Contact: (707) 545-0831
http://www.sonoma.lib.ca.us
Sonoma County Regional Parks
Map and Guide available listing of 43 Regional Parks in Sonoma County, including beaches, camping, boat launches. Annual pass available.
Contact: (707) 565-2041
http://www.sonoma-county.org/parks
Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue
Volunteer opportunities for kids. Children's program includes monthly hikes.
Contact: (707) 665-9146
Sonoma County YMCA
Countywide recreational services.
Contact: (707) 545-9622
http://www.scfymca.org
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Counseling & Support
Alliance Medical Center
Provides urgent care with no appointment, family planning services, prenatal care, a pediatrics clinic, school and employment physicals, nutrition counseling, social services advocacy, Diabetic and hypertensive care, minor treatment and dental clinic. Also offers chiropractic and acupuncture services, mental health counseling and immigration physical. Sliding scale; Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, Child Health and Disability Program and County Medical Services
Contact: (707) 433-5494
Ananda Institute
Provides outpatient treatment with educational and process sessions for individuals experiencing difficulties with alcohol or other drugs. Offers an approach to treatment that is based on a belief in each individuals ability to devlop new skills and change attitudes and behaviors that will positively affect that individuals recovery process. Fees: Sliding scale
Contact: (707) 544-4441
California Parenting Institute (CPI) WARMLINE
Confidential phoneline for parents to ask about children’s behavior, child development, parenting skills, and related topics. Calls are returned within 48 hours by a trained warmline volunteer.
Contact: (800) 544-WARM
Care Children's Counseling Center
Caring Parents Program teaches skills helpful to parents whose children ages 2-18 have experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse,neglect, exposure to domestic voilence or parental substance abuse. Also works with children who have challenging behaviors such as Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyperactivity, and Defiant Behavior.
Contact: (707) 575-9166
Care/Children’s Counseling Center
Individual & group counseling for children and families coping with behavior problems, divorce, grief, domestic violence, sexual abuse and a variety of other issues. Anger management for children ages 6-12 and their families.
Contact: (707) 575-9166
Catholic Charities Family Support Center
Operates an emergency homeless shelter for children and their families, pregnant women, elderly, and persons with disabilites. Program provides case management, support services, and community resources leading to family stabilization,housing placement an retention.
Contact: (707) 542-5426
Chrysalis Counseling Services for Women
Provides affordable high quality feminist counseling services on a sliding-scale for women,men,couples, families,and children. Also offers groups, resources amd referral information.
Contact: (707) 545-1670
http://www.chrysaliscounseling.org
Community Support Network (CSN)
Community based services for persons with mental or emotional difficulties. Six to nine month residential treatment program serving adults with chronic and persistent mental illness and substance abuse or alcoholism. Provides independent living skills and 12 Step recovery services. Must be referred by Sonoma County Mental Health Services
Contact: (707) 575-0979
Council on Aging Services for Seniors(COA) Legal Services
Legal Assistance for seniors 60 yrs of age. Services in English and Spanish.
Contact: (707) 525-0143
http://www.councilonaging.com
Drug Abuse Alternatives Center (DAAC)
Services include outpatient treatment for adults and adolescents,counseling for families,youth education and counseling,family education group,crisis intervention,relapse prevention groups. First Steps is a perintal day-treatment program.
Contact: (707) 544-3295
http://www.sonoma-county.org/health/aods/
Family Education Center
LifeWorks: Strengthens families and individuals through education and counseling, Our services include parent education meetings, individual and family counseling.Offers support and education regarding family issues related to substance abuse. Provides an 8 to 10 week program to children and families to promote awareness and understanding. Offers a variety of workshops and support groups, training and services for parent educators, bookstore and lending library.
Contact: (707) 568-2300
http://www.petalumamothersclub.org/resources/parenting
Family Service Agency
Provides professional marital, family,individual,child and group counseling including support and special interest groups for seniors and domestic violence prevention groups for men and women. Fees: Sliding Scale.
Contact: (707) 545-4551
Farmworker Services
Committed to create paths and opportunities for those seeking greater self-sufficiency, independence and diginity through education,training, housing and other services. Fee:none
Contact: (707) 433-1992
Hope Counseling Services
Provides church related counseling services using licenes professionals trained and experienced in trauma, resolution, relational counseling,chemical dependency and psyhotherapy. Also provides hypnosis and biofeedback for habit control and pain. Sliding fee scale.
Contact: (707) 763-9484
Jewish Family and Children’s Services
Sliding-scale, non-sectarian counseling for children, adults, couples, and families.
Contact: (707) 571-8131
LOMI Community Clinic
Low fee counseling for individuals, couples, families, and children.
Contact: (707) 579-0465
Loyola Counseling Institute
Counseling for individuals, couples and families on a sliding fee scale.
Contact: (707) 526-1167
NAMI (National Alliance of Mentally Ill)
An all volunteer organization offering information, education, and support for families and friends of people with mental illness.
Contact: (707) 527-6655
Northbay Veteran’s Center
Individual, group and family counseling clinic for Veterans of all eras. Sexual trauma counseling, case management and referrals.
Contact: (707) 586-3295
Petaluma People Services Counseling & Prevention
Psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, children, or groups on a sliding fee scale. School-based counseling for crisis intervention, gang prevention & substance abuse, counseling for COTS clients, child abuse prevention & treatment, parenting workshops, and information & referral.
Contact: (707) 765-8488
Restorative Resources
Restorative Resources is a non-profit organization committed to restorative justice principles, values, and practices. They address the harm done by criminal offending, reduce the risk of future harm, and focus on strengthening and building the community.
Contact: 707-823-8080
http://www.restorativeresources.org
Rohnert Park Youth and Family Services
Individual, family and group counseling for youth and families within the Rohnert Park/Cotati School District. Crisis intervention including suicide prevention, runaways, child abuse.
Contact: (707) 584-2699
Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Counseling, education, and prevention services for high-risk, low-income youth (ages 14 yrs to 21 yrs) and their families.
Contact: (707) 544-3299
Sonoma County Mental Health Outreach
Counseling and case management to clients within the mental health system. Accepts medi-cal.
Contact: (707) 565-4900
Sonoma County Mental Health Resource Team
Intake and referral for adults and children with mental health concerns. Individual, group and family counseling, and prescriptions for medication. Accepts medi-cal, and sometimes works with uninsured clients in special cases.
Contact: (707) 565-6900
Sonoma State University (SSU) Community Counseling Center
Counseling services for adults, teens, children, couples, and families in Sonoma County.
Contact: (707) 588-9720
West County Community Services
Family counseling on a sliding scale.
Contact: (707) 829-5717
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Child Development Policy Institute
CDPI's mission is to help establish sound public policy focused on what is best for the children of California.
http://www.cdpi.net
Early Learning Institute
Provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Also provides parent support and education, community playgroups and free developmental assessments. Special support programs for child care providers and community recreation programs available.
Contact: (707) 591-0170
http://www.earlylearninginstitute.com
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Founded in 1926, NAEYC is the nation's largest and most influential organization of early childhood educators and others dedicated to improving the quality of programs for children from birth through third grade.
http://www.naeyc.org
Santa Rosa City Bus
The Santa Rosa City Bus website has information for you about schedules, maps, fares, tickets and buses. It also includes information about the "Take a free ride program" and the "Bus Buddy" program for seniors. To see additional information please visit their website below or use the following contact numbers 707.543.3333 for Spanish 707.543.4240
http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/tp/citybus/index.asp
Santa Rosa Junior College
1501 Mendocino Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Contact: (707) 527-4011
http://www.santarosa.edu
Sonoma County Child Care Association
The Sonoma County Child Care Association (SCCCA) is a non-profit group of child care providers working toward a professional image in the community, and enhancing the quality of child care in Sonoma County. The SCCCA assists in developing professional growth, education, and support to people working in the child care profession.
Contact: (707) 237-4911
http://www.sonomacountychildcareassociation.com
Sonoma County First Five Commission
3273 Airway Dr. Suite B
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Contact: (707) 565-6680
http://www.sonoma-county.org/children/index.htm
Sonoma State University
1801 East Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Contact: (707) 664-2880
http://www.sonoma.edu
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