Courtney Cazenave Joins Family Service Agency Board of Directors

Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, also known as Santa Maria Valley Youth and Family Center and Guadalupe’s […more…]

Family Service Agency

Seniors experiencing depression or related mental health challenges have a new resource to help them retain their independence and improve […more…]

Family Service Agency’s ‘Whole-Person’ Approach Provides Life-Sustaining Help

Family Service Agency’s (FSA) work is the very stuff that powers a vibrant community from within and makes it whole. […more…]

New Program Helps Seniors Build Skills for Self-Sufficiency, Lead More Active and Rewarding Lives — Free to Santa Barbara County Seniors Aged 60+

Seniors have a new resource to help them retain their independence, increase social interaction, and improve quality of life. Family […more…]

FSA’s First Annual Pickleball Tournament – Play for a Cause

Family Service Agency is thrilled to announce the inaugural FSA Annual Pickleball Tournament, set to take place at the beautiful […more…]

Senior Expo of Santa Barbara is Back!

Premier Active Aging Fair Takes Place October 4, 9AM to 1 PM Senior Expo of Santa Barbara County is back […more…]

Dedicated Dads’ Lead to Healthy Kids

Sunday, June 18, 2023 is a Day to Reflect on the Significance of Fathers Happy Father’s Day cards extol the […more…]

Family Service Agency Fundraiser Raises Record Funds

Over 200 guests of Family Service Agency attended Dreams in Bloom on Saturday May 13 at the Santa Barbara Woman’s Club at […more…]

Santa Maria Valley Youth & Family Center Celebrates 50 Years of Empowering Youth, Families

For the past 50 years, Santa Maria Valley Youth & Family Center (SMVYFC) has provided vital mental health counseling and family […more…]

Dreams Bloom at Family Service Agency Fundraiser

Proceeds benefit countywide family support and mental health counseling programs Join Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, as […more…]

By Strengthening Their Relationship, Parents Can Improve Outcomes for Children

A Valentine’s Day Message from Family Service Agency “Strengthening your relationship can not only improve your personal happiness, but improve […more…]

A Century of Helping the Most Underserved

Marialena, 73, suffered an incredible loss when her husband passed away several years ago. She spoke little English, had little […more…]

Family Service Agency

Across Santa Barbara County, as is true around the country, more children and adolescents are experiencing challenges to emotional well-being, […more…]

Family Service Agency Elects New Board Co-Presidents, Officers

Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County announced that it has voted in a new slate of leadership for […more…]

Light Up Green for Mental Health Month

Family Service Agency Advocates for Mental Wellness May is the time to raise awareness of those living with mental or […more…]

Family Service Agency Event Brings Awareness to Youth Mental Health Needs

Virtual and In-Person Presentations on Thursday, May 12 Coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Family Service Agency (FSA) […more…]

Family Ties

Family Service Agency is a Santa Barbara institution, as much a part of local history as major landmarks like the […more…]

Family Service Agency

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www.fsacares.org
(805) 965-1001 ext. 1268
Director of Advancement: Jan Campbell

Mission

Our mission is to strengthen and advocate for families and individuals of all ages and diversities, helping to create and preserve a healthy community.

Begin to Build a Relationship

We know you care about where your money goes and how it is used. Connect with this organization’s leadership in order to begin to build this important relationship. Your email will be sent directly to this organization’s director of development and/or Executive Director.

Your services provided me something that I was beginning to feel was missing in my life. Being interconnected with so many other local organizations, you are providing a safety net for me. Thank you.
Anonymous
Senior Services Client

Help Those Most In Need

Flexible Funding helps bridge the gaps for those in need. Here’s how you can help:

$100 – Buys a week’s worth of groceries for a family of four.
$250 – Helps a family enroll in health insurance and access other critical services in Family Service Agency’s countywide Family Resource Centers.
$500 – Provides behavioral health support for students, improving academics and school attendance.
$1,000 – Pays for three months of mental health counseling for a senior or caregiver.

Key Supporters

Marni & Michael Cooney
Carole E. MacElhenny
Gregory and Lorraine Forgatch
Liz and Adrew Butcher
Molly Carrillo-Walker & Guy Walker
Mary Harvey
Sandy & Dave Nordahl
Christine & Reece Duca
Janet Nancarrow
Chris J. Rufer
William Basiliko
Janet Garufis
Ginny & Tim Bliss
Zora & Les Charles
Jill & John C. Bishop, Jr.
Ella & Scott Brittingham
Kathy O’Leary
Jane & Fred Sweeney
Erin & Jeffrey Zuck
Sybil Rosen
Tricia & Craig Price
Chana & James Jackson