California

Locations

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Childhelp Western Regional Office

Childhelp
Western Regional Office
1345 El Centro
Hollywood, CA 90028
phone: (323) 465-4016
fax: (323) 466-4432

Childhelp
Merv Griffin Village
P.O.Box 247
Beaumont, CA 92223
phone: (951) 845-3155
fax: (951) 845-8412

Childhelp Foster Family Agency of California
1743-A Orange Tree Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
phone: (877) 70-CHILD
(877) 702-4453
(909) 335-1164
fax: (909) 793-7466
fosterfamilyinquiry@childhelp.org

Programs and Services

Childhelp has a long history of making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children in California.

In addition to the Village of Childhelp West, Childhelp California operates three smaller residential community group homes, and a foster family agency.  Children under the care of Childhelp benefit from a continuum of care ranging from intensive therapeutic treatment to family stabilization. The integration of these programs allows for close monitoring of a child's progress and development to ensure the most successful outcome.

Prevention

The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Serves the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Established in 1982, it is anonymous and confidential and is staffed by professional crisis counselors who, through translators, can provide assistance in 140 languages. Learn more.

Treatment

Childhelp Merv Griffin Village

The Chapel at Childhelp Village West in California

Opened in 1978 as a state-of-the-art residential treatment facility exclusively for severely abused children, this model program has received national and international recognition for innovation and excellence. The 120-acre village is always at capacity with 80 children ranging in age from six to 13 years.

Foster Family Agency of California
The Childhelp Foster Family Agency of California was established in 1988 as a placement alternative for children who had completed treatment at the Village of Childhelp West. Today, the agency is authorized to recruit, certify and supervise foster families in Southern California, and provides emergency shelter care and direct county agency placements. In addition to recruitment and certification, the agency provides initial and continuous in-depth training and support for foster families, as well as financial reimbursement to foster families to help meet the needs of the youth in their care. Every foster parent is considered an extension of the treatment staff.

Group Homes
In Orange County, Childhelp operates three group homes in residential neighborhoods which provide an intensive level of therapeutic services in a less restrictive setting than the Village of Childhelp West (a residential treatment facility). The group homes serve as a transition from the larger, more structured setting of the Childhelp village to foster, adoptive, or relatives' homes.

Volunteer Opportunities 

Volunteer opportunities in California range from our “Special Friend” program through our volunteer chapters to helping on a fund-raising event. Contact the region directly to learn more about current volunteer opportunities.

You also may want to become a member of one of the volunteer chapters, which hold regular meetings and organize local events to benefit Childhelp programs. For more information on becoming a member of one of the Childhelp volunteer chapters, contact the Childhelp Director of Chapter Relations at (480) 922-8212.

California Events

Typical California fund-raising activities range from local 10K races to fashion shows and galas featuring well-known celebrities.

Various regional and national events are held throughout the year. Click here for a calendar of upcoming events throughout Arizona and nationwide.

Wish List

Donations of hay, feed, and veterinary care for ranch animals helps support Childhelp's animal-assisted therapy programs.

In-kind donations of products and services (such as the items listed below) typically are in demand at the various California facilities. If you are interested in making an in-kind donation, contact the program directly.

The Village of Childhelp West is continually in need of donations of toys and other items for birthdays and holidays, especially for older children. Some suggested items include:

• New Clothing, Books, Games and Toys suitable for boys and girls, age 6-13
• Tickets to Movies, Water Parks, Sporting Events, etc.
• Computer Games
• Nonviolent Videos, suitable for children age 6-13
• Music, Dance, or Craft Lessons
• Hay, Feed, and Veterinary care for the ranch animals
• Balls (Footballs, Baseballs, Basketballs, etc.)
• Board Games
• Hand-Held Electronic Games
• Puzzles
• Lip Gloss/Make-Up
• Bike Helmets
• Photo Albums
• Hair Clips and Scrunchies
• Art Supplies and Coloring Books
• Walkmans/Radios
• Barbies and Accessories
• Hot Wheels Cars
• Knee and Elbow Pads
• School Supplies
• Twin Sheets (twin, white)
• Bath Towels
• Wash Cloths
• Blankets (twin)
• Pillows
• Beach Towels

In addition, the village is regularly in need of the following items:

• Office Supplies
• Copy Paper
• Printing Services
• Stamps or Metered Postage for Mailing