Business Details
Compassionate Youth & Family Services in Oakland, CA
Founded in 1891, Fred Finch Youth & Family Services has dedicated over a century to providing culturally responsive mental health, housing, and educational services to youth, young adults, and families facing complex challenges. Our team combines deep expertise in trauma-informed care with a commitment to addressing systemic inequities through personalized programs tailored to individual strengths and needs. As a Joint Commission-accredited organization, we maintain rigorous standards in residential treatment, community-based care, and specialized housing solutions while fostering collaboration with local institutions to amplify our impact.Our leadership in autism services, early intervention, and behavioral health demonstrates our ongoing commitment to innovation grounded in evidence-based practices. With operations spanning multiple California counties, we continue to expand our mission of cultivating mental and physical resilience through compassionate, accessible care.
Services
Mental Health Services
Family Services
Housing Programs
Young Adult Services
Residential Treatment
Autism Care
Substance Abuse Support
Trauma Counseling
Educational Services
Early Intervention
Highlights and features
- Over 130 years of experience in youth and family services
- Accredited by The Joint Commission for quality standards
- Culturally responsive care tailored to individual needs
- Comprehensive services addressing mental health, housing, and education
- Community-based approach with local teams understanding regional challenges
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
Services
Mental Health Services
Delivering intensive community-based mental health support for youth and families through evidence-based therapies in homes, schools, and clinics. Our trauma-informed approach addresses anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders while partnering with school districts to improve academic outcomes. Services span individual/family therapy and psychiatric consultations.
Housing Programs
Creating innovative housing solutions for foster youth aging out of the system and families facing homelessness. The Rising Oaks program provides stable living environments combined with vocational training and mental health support to build independent living skills for 30 participants annually.
Autism Care
Offering comprehensive autism diagnostic assessments and treatment through research-backed methods like ABA therapy. Our specialists provide home-based interventions for children aged 0-21, focusing on communication skills, social development, and behavioral strategies tailored to individual needs with family involvement.
Young Adult Services
Supporting foster youth and young adults through educational and career development initiatives. Services include job placement assistance, life skills training, and mental health resources to facilitate successful transitions to independent living while maintaining safe housing environments.
Residential Treatment
Providing crisis stabilization and long-term residential care for children in unsafe environments. Our licensed facilities combine therapeutic programming with educational support and medical care to address acute behavioral challenges while developing coping mechanisms for lasting recovery.
Questions
What populations does Fred Finch serve?
We specialize in supporting youth, young adults, and families facing trauma, abuse, poverty, developmental disorders, and behavioral challenges across California.
Are your mental health services evidence-based?
Yes, our trauma-informed care integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis validated by clinical research.
How can I access housing programs?
Contact our Oakland or San Diego regional offices to discuss eligibility for our Rising Oaks housing and support services for foster youth.
Do you provide autism diagnostic services?
Yes, CARES Center offers comprehensive autism assessments and diagnoses for children aged 0-5 years through licensed clinical psychologists.
Can families receive home-based therapy?
Many mental health and autism services are delivered in-home, including ABA therapy, early intervention, and parent training programs.
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Reviews (4)
Paul C.
Oct 15, 2018
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My family visited a family member here today. The kids seemed happy, well taken care of and content. The kids were mainly young boys ages 12-18. The staff was very nice and helpful. So far I am happy with what I see. The kids here have autism on some level and the patience the staff has with them is what makes me happy.
Trina Reynolds
Sep 15, 2018
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Idk if this is still a group home for teens but this was a terrible place of no one went there or its still there or they shut down but it was terrible cause went there
Ryan S.
Sep 06, 2018
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Trying to talk to someone took 4 different phone numbers. Get transferred then disconnected twice. Finally talk to Julie and ask about services, and was told they only provide services for children with Autism, no other special needs or disabilities. I asked for a referral to another place and she said 'we don't do that either'. I have previously used brainlearning (search that) and they are amazing for helping with my sons school stuff!!
To Niya M. Scott-Smith
Jul 19, 2018
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This community based organization has a decades long history of supporting Oakland and East Bay youth achieve mental health, educational, housing, employment and sustainability goals.
