Services for Families with Young Children
Helping parents and guardians in Orange County to foster a safe and nurturing home environment and addressing questions or concerns about childhood development or behavior.
About the Services for Families with Young Children Program
The Services for Families with Young Children (SFYC) program supports families in fostering a safe and nurturing home environment and assist parents with any questions or concerns they may have about their child’s development or behavior.
Partner
The Health Care Agency of Orange County
Length
3 to 6 months
Cost
No cost
Eligibility
Parents and guardians residing in Orange County with children up to age 8 can self-refer by calling 1-855-955-5092 or can be referred by a provider submitting the HIPAA-compliant referral form below:
Audience
Parents and guardians of children 0-8 years old living in Orange County who need support with their child’s development or behavior.
Languages
English and Spanish (with access to a language line for threshold languages)
Program Director
Claudia Espinoza
Program Supervisor
Rocio Calderon
What We Address
The SFYC program identifies developmental delays and behavioral issues at the earliest possible age and links families to appropriate services and support.
Development delays
Behavioral issues
Parenting support
Community training
Program Elements
This program is rooted in four core elements that help identify, address, and overcome developmental or behavioral challenges in young children.
Child screening and evaluation
Trained staff conduct screenings in the home or virtually to assess the child’s development and behavior, helping identify any early delays or issues.
Individualized service planning
Based on the screening, the team works with the family to create a personalized plan of services tailored to the child’s needs, including referrals to early intervention programs or other appropriate services.
Short-term parenting support
The program provides short-term, one-on-one parenting support using the evidence-based Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) to help parents build positive parenting skills and foster a nurturing home environment.
Community training
SFYC staff offer training to community organizations, schools, and shelters to help them identify early signs of emotional and behavioral disturbances in children, supporting early intervention.
Program Timelines
The Services for Families with Young Children (SFYC) Program is based on a three to six month curriculum.
Referral
Parents and guardians can self-refer or be referred by a provider by calling or visiting the website. Referrals that meet the program’s criteria are contacted the same day or by the next business day to schedule the initial screening.
Screening and Initial Contact
Upon referral, the program staff schedule a screening session, which can be done in the family’s home or virtually, to assess the child’s development and behavior.
Service Planning
After the screening, the team works with the family to develop an individualized service plan that includes referrals to appropriate programs or services based on the child’s needs.
Ongoing Support
Over the course of three to six months, the program provides regular check-ins and short-term parenting support and connects families with community resources for ongoing care and development.
Funded by the OC Health Care Agency
Upcoming Events and Engagements
- Program Events
- SFYC Events
Jan 08, 2025
“Let’s Go Potty!” – Toilet Training
January 8th, 2025Join Services for Families with Young Children (SFYC), AT NO COST, through…
- Program Events
- SFYC Events
Jan 15, 2025
“Let’s Go Potty!” – Toilet Training – Spanish
January 15th, 2025Join Services for Families with Young Children (SFYC), AT NO COST, through…
- Signature Events
Jun 01, 2025
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