Our Programs
Family Connections knows a positive family dynamic is the key to a child’s success. That is why Family Connections offers a family learning community focused on education and growth for children AND their parents and caregivers.
And our programs are FREE!
Daly City
Susan B. Anthony Elementary
575 Abbot Ave
Daly City, CA 94014
Building thriving families in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years!
East Palo Alto
Los Robles Ronald McNair Academy
2033 Pulgas Avenue
East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Redwood City
414 4th Avenue
Redwood City, CA 94063
Babies in Bloom
Groups for families with children from birth to 12 months
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Age: Babies in Bloom serves pregnant families and caregivers with children from birth to 12 months.
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Location: Daly City, East Palo Alto, & Redwood City
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Days & Time: Groups are held once per week for one hour. Day & time vary based on location.
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Program: This weekly drop-in group focuses on building connections between caregivers, sharing resources, discussing topics specific to pregnancy and babies, and engaging in activities that support infant development, such as reading, singing, & infant massage.
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Goal: Provide a welcoming space for pregnant families and caregivers of infants to support and connect with one another.
Nurturing Families
Classes for families with children from 12 to 36 months
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Age: Nurturing Families classes serve children from 12 months to 36 months and their parents/caregivers.
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Location: Daly City, East Palo Alto, & Redwood City
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Morning Class: Tuesday & Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Afternoon Class: Tuesday & Thursday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Program: This program allows families to build community and relationships with other families and provides caregivers tools to support their child's learning today and into the future.
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Goal: For children to feel connected to their caregivers and gain independence and the confidence to explore their surroundings. Caregivers gain the skills and confidence to support their child's learning.
Co-op Preschool
Classes for families with children 3 to 5 years
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Age: Classes serve children 3 to 5 years of age and their parents/caregivers.
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Location: East Palo Alto, & Redwood City
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Days & Time: Classes are held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Program: Activities support children's transition to kindergarten.
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Goal: For children to feel confident in a classroom environment and gain independence and the skills to engage with peers and adults. Caregivers deepen their understanding of what to expect in kindergarten, learn how to navigate school systems, and access resources to support their children's educational journey.
Family Support Services
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Family Service Coordinators partner with families to assess needs, set collaborative goals, and support families in meeting their desired outcomes.
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Family Service Coordinators meet with caregivers to complete the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQs) to learn about their child's strengths and areas where additional support might be needed.
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Staff are available to meet in the family's home, on-site, virtually, or in the community.
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Staff can provide immediate connection to resources or more long-term support to address ongoing needs.
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Our desired outcome is to partner with families so that they have the information, resources, and support to achieve their desired goals.
Mental Health Services
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Mental health services offer individual therapy for children and adults, couples therapy, family therapy, and support groups.
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Staff are available to meet in the family's home, on-site, virtually, or in the community.
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Our mental health services are preventative. Services are offered to help children, parents, and families work through mental health challenges (e.g., stress, trauma, relationship concerns, etc.) in order to reduce the risk of child abuse and child maltreatment.
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Our desired outcomes are that children and families improve coping skills, reduce symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, learn from other families, and build community. We foster a safe space for families to address previous trauma, specifically those that may be impacting parent/child relationships.
