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Asking for help is the first step to getting the support and resources you need to improve your life and the lives of your family. Sacramento County services are free, anonymous, and available to all Sacramento County residents. Discover how Sacramento County services changed the lives of local parents, families, and community members, and get inspired to get the help you need today.

Hear from Alexxandria

Learn how First 5 Sacramento helped Alexxandria and her son get back on their feet.

Hear from Jennifer

Learn how Sacramento County services supported Jennifer through her postpartum depression.

Hear from Maria

Learn how Maria was able to get the help she needed from staff who understand her and her experiences.

"It was incredibly hard to admit I needed help, but I'm thankful I did. Sacramento County services helped me change my life and the lives of my children."

Esther, South Sacramento resident

Sac Family Connect – Chelsea's Story


  • “This program has been part of my support system.

    My Home Visitor has been an individual who has always remained positive and has encouraged me to accomplish goals I have set for my son and I.

    With his encouragement, I have been able to accomplish various important goals, such securing a place to getting a job.”

    Chelsea received services from La Familia Counseling Center

Sac Family Connect – Sherry's Story


  • Sherry was homeless with her husband and one-year-old child.  She shared that although they loved their baby they knew that not having a home was greatly impacting their baby.

    After receiving assistance to obtain housing, she was able to focus on the “Parents As Teachers” curriculum to ensure her child’s healthy development and well-being. 

    Both Sherry and her husband were helped with job training resources and were able to find a job.

    Meadowview FRC, CalWORKs Home Visiting Program

Sac Family Connect – Fatima's Story


  • Fatima and her family came from Afghanistan where her family witnessed a lot of violence.

    They came here to build a new foundation based on love, safety, and support. The family now has goals and direction driven by community support provided to them through the Birth & Beyond Family Resource Center and home visitation.

    Fatima’s husband is now taking classes and working. They have overall improved their mental state moving from fear and trauma to resilience and success.

    Home Visitor, Mutual Assistance Network

Sac Family Connect – Debbie's Story


  • “When I came home from the hospital after giving birth to my premature baby I didn’t even have a crib.

    I am so happy to have been connected to the Safe Sleep Baby workshop.

    I received a crib and learned how to put my child to sleep safely.

    If I had not received this information I could have put my child at risk. Thank you!”

    Debbie received services from the Folsom Cordova Community Partnership

Still can’t find what you are looking for? Call or visit 2-1-1 , there are more than 1,600 community services in the Sacramento area.