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03/10/2025

Guide to Family Resource Centers

All For Kids has served children and families in Southern California for over a century. We strive to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening and promoting the well-being of children, families, and communities. One of the most vital resources we offer is our Family Resource Centers (FRCs), which serve as community hubs for families in need.

FRCs offer a unique approach to supporting families by bringing together a team of collaborating agencies, local businesses, and community members in one neighborhood facility. Our FRCs provide comprehensive services and support to large numbers of high-risk families, aiming to decrease isolation by connecting them with their community and providing services that strengthen family functioning.

We’ve created a guide to FRCs, what they are, and why they are essential. Follow along to learn about:

What Is a Family Resource Center?

Family Resource Centers (FRCs) are community-based hubs that provide a range of prevention and early intervention services to families. They offer support, education, and resources to families with children of all ages. FRCs are designed to increase parenting skills and protective factors known to strengthen family functioning, including parental resilience, social connections, concrete support in times of need, knowledge of parenting and child development, and children’s social and emotional competence. The ultimate goal is to prevent child abuse and neglect.

What Services Do Family Resource Centers Provide?

FRC services vary by location but may include parent education, counseling, case management, referral services, and more. They include classes and workshops on topics such as child development, effective communication, and positive discipline. Counseling may also be available for individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like mental health, domestic violence, and substance abuse.

Case management services help families navigate complex systems like healthcare, housing, and social services, while referral services connect them with community resources like legal aid, employment services, and childcare.

Additional services may include parent education, after-school activities, domestic violence counseling, and kids’ counseling.

Who Runs Family Resource Centers?

FRCs are run by diverse professionals, including social workers, educators, counselors, and community organizers. Each is unique and tailored to the community’s needs, with programs and services designed for local families.

How Are Family Resource Centers Funded?

FRCs typically get funding from government grants, private donations, and partnerships with local businesses. All For Kids and our partners are tasked with securing funding to ensure that our FRCs can continue providing crucial guidance and help to families in need.

Why Are Family Resource Centers Important?

FRCs reduce isolation and promote healthy child development by offering support and resources that strengthen family functioning and connect families with their community. They provide services that address the entire family’s needs, preventing stress and promoting positive relationships. These include parent education, counseling, and legal assistance, helping families address challenges before they become severe and lead to child abuse and neglect.

Accessing tailored services is crucial for families, and this is where FRCs come in. By offering comprehensive support, they help families build strong communities and provide their children with a stable and nurturing environment. Positive outcomes from investing in FRCs include:

Improved academic performance.
Better physical and mental health.
Reduced involvement with the child welfare system.

FRCs are often a hub for community events and activities, promoting a sense of togetherness and social cohesion. By investing in family resource centers, we invest in our communities’ well-being. Therefore, it’s crucial to continue supporting and promoting FRCs to ensure the well-being of families and communities.

How Do Family Resource Centers Protect Children & Prevent Abuse?

FRCs play a vital role in safeguarding children from abuse and neglect by equipping parents with tools and resources to promote their safety and well-being.

These centers help parents develop effective parenting skills and coping mechanisms to manage stress, frustration, and anger, reducing the risk of child abuse. FRCs assist families who have experienced trauma, such as domestic violence, homelessness, and substance abuse, providing support to help them heal and rebuild their lives. By offering education and resources on positive discipline, healthy child development, and effective communication, family resource centers empower parents to create safe and nurturing environments for their children.

All For Kids Locations

All For Kids – Long Beach

Address: 850 E Wardlow Road, Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone Number: (562) 981-9392
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

All For Kids – Los Angeles (Koreatown)

Address: 3435 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1840, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone Number: (323) 953-7350
Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

All For Kids – Palmdale

Address: 525 W Avenue, P-4, Palmdale, CA 93551
Phone Number: (661) 272-9996
Hours: Mon-Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun: Closed

All For Kids Sunrise Center

Address: 921 West Avenue J, Suite C, Lancaster, CA 93534
Phone Number: (661) 949-0131
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

All For Kids – Valencia

Address: 27200 Tourney Road, Suite 175, Valencia, CA 91355
Phone Number: (661) 705-4670
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

All For Kids – West Covina

Address: 1515 West Cameron Avenue, Suite 350, West Covina, CA 91790
Phone Number: (626) 337-8811
Hours: Mon-Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun: Closed

Community Health Enrichment Collaborative (CHEC)

Address: 27412 Calle Arroyo, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Phone Number: (949) 489-7742
Hours: Mon, Thurs, Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Tues, Wed: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

Corbin Family Resource Center

Address: 2215 W. McFadden Ave. G, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Phone Number: (714) 480-3737
Hours: Mon, Wed: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

Magnolia Place Family Resource Center

Address: 1910 Magnolia Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone Number: 213-342-0100
Hours: Mon-Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun: Closed

Newport Mesa Family Resource Center

Address: 307 Placentia Avenue, Suite 203, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone Number: 949-764-8100
Hours: Mon-Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun: Closed

Oak View Family Resource Center

Address: 17261 Oak Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Phone Number: (714) 842-4002
Hours: Mon, Tues: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Wed, Thurs, Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

South Orange County Family Resource Center

Address: 22481 Aspan Street, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Phone Number: (949) 364-0500
Hours: Mon, Tues, Fri: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Wed, Thurs: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

Westminster Family Resource Center

Address: 7200 Plaza Street, Westminster, CA 92683
Phone Number: (714) 903-1331
Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Tues, Thurs: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun: Closed

I’m not sure that all of these are considered FRC’s – need to check