San Joaquin County Child Abuse Prevention Council

Early education servicesrecognizing the critical importance of early brain development, capc provides high-quality early learning opportunities through:preschool programs: state-subsidized and head start programs serving over 1,000 children aged 3-5 at multiple locations across san joaquin county.infant & toddler care: licensed facilities offering nurturing environments for children aged 0-2.home-based child development programs: using the parents as teachers (pat) curriculum, this program supports parents in becoming their child's first teacher through home visits and group socialization activities.behavioral support services: providing child development consultants to help families address challenging behaviors and improve parenting techniques.crisis/respite care: no-cost, short-term childcare for families in crisis or engaged in treatment programs, ensuring children have a safe place while parents receive necessary support.

Clinical servicescapc provides trauma-informed therapeutic services to help children and families heal from abuse and adverse experiences, ensuring emotional and psychological well-being.community awareness and educationthrough programs such as the lisa project, capc raises awareness about child abuse prevention and educates the community on how to identify and report abuse. Our initiatives engage schools, businesses, and community partners to create a culture of safety and support for children.a lifeline for families at capc, we believe that prevention is key to breaking the cycle of abuse. By providing education, advocacy, and support, we empower families to create safe, nurturing environments for children. Our work is driven by the belief that every child deserves to grow up in a home free from abuse and neglect.join us in our mission to protect children and strengthen families. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children in san joaquin county.

Preschool/child care: subsidized child care for children 0-5 years old offered in central stockton, manteca and tracy. Court appointed special advocates (casa) program: a program that recruits, trains and manages volunteers who mentor and advocate for children in the foster care system during the dependency court process. Casas act as fact-finders for judges and ensure that foster children are not forgotten, but rather are afforded every opportunity to have a healthy and happy life. 24-hour advice hotline: answered by a trained family advocate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing guidance and resource information to families in immediate need.