Office of Children and Families Policy
Mission
The mission of the County of Santa Clara is to plan for the needs of a dynamic community, provide quality services, and promote a healthy, safe, and prosperous community for all.
Vision
The vision of the Office of Children and Families Policy is that all Santa Clara County’s children have the supports needed to be safe, healthy, and successful in learning and in life.
Our Office Objectives
Needs and Services
- Review strategic planning documents
- Inventory of community engagement efforts
- Advise on Children’s Data Book and Budget
Legislation, Funding, and Policy Issues
- Informative Tracker
Local, state, national collaboration
- Meetings and workgroups
Central Information Source
- Website development and launch
Local partnerships
- Community events
- Advisory bodies
- Cross-Agency Services Team (CAST) transition
Youth Voice
Early Care and Education
- TK Teacher Equity pilot
- Apprenticeship pilot
- Shared Services Alliance
- Childcare Infrastructure Grants Program
- County childcare facilities
- Supports for young mothers
Mental Health and Wellbeing
- COVID-19 Grief Counseling
- Mental Health Services
- Wellness Center models
Academic Achievements
- Universal Access Pilot
- Afro-centric supports
- District Attorney family navigation pilot
Justice-Involved Youth
- Needs and Supports
- Basic Income Pilot
Office Highlight
Childcare Expansion Grant Program
Grants for childcare centers and family operated programs are available to support operations and/or construction or renovations to restore or increase childcare capacity.