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 Us

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:

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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.