Five Acres The Boys' & Girls' Aid Society of Los Angeles
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Contact Information
760 West Mountain View Street
Altadena, CA 91001
United States
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Altadena, CA 91001
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-8 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM-2 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM-2 PM |
Since 1888, Five Acres has protected the most vulnerable members of our community: children. Originally founded in downtown Los Angeles as an orphanage, Five Acres was initially created to offer safety to children who had no home. In time, our mission expanded to also focus on the well-being and mental health of our clients who were increasingly coming to us as a result of abuse or neglect.
Having grown to an agency caring for more than 6,500 children and family members annually across six counties, we now strive for permanency—a permanent, loving home—for all children in our care. The three pillars of safety, well-being, and permanency provide the framework for all our programs and will guide our steps as we develop even more effective means of caring for children and families in crisis.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Specialized / Therapeutic Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
- Other
Requirements to become a foster parent
Many do not realize the need for new resource families in California. The number of foster kids outnumber the foster families who can provide short or long-term care. Foster advocates work hard to find places for these children, but it is not easy.
The latest 2021 report from the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) report in California says there are:
- 47,871 kids in California's foster care system
- 22,892 who entered foster care
- 15,386 foster kids awaiting adoption
- California foster kids across all ages, with a median of 8 years
- 33% whose foster child case plans include adoption
A child's median time in the California foster care system is over a year at 16.8 months. 13% spend 3-4 years in foster care.
California needs foster parents to take in multiple children if they have the time and energy to care for them. Sibling groups often need care, and it is essential to support these family bonds. In California, it is challenging to find homes for teenagers, though they need stable environments and reliable adults to support them.
Ratings and Reviews
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May 29, 2021
I grew up under the care of Five Acres. I always have fond memories. Why is their website down and Google lists them as "closed"? I hope the organization is doing well.
Mar 23, 2021
i loved this place i came here when i was younger the staff are very nice they always make sure you have warm blankets and clothes and yummy food i loved everyone there i miss my friends i hope they see this and reach out
Jan 16, 2021
i love 5acres it is a caring place the staff is caring :)
Jan 02, 2021
I enjoyed that all of the staff are very caring. I used to live at five Acres and I felt like it was home for me. Happy New Year. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊
Aug 23, 2019
I had came from a hard and difficult environment by the time I had come to 5 acres The staff had to take time to show me what it was to trust people again and they took that time. I give thanks to my psychology at the time Paul Carlos. At some point in time I would like to come back and give back for what they've done for me . I would like to think all the staff at Sequoia house. Ken Goodman Sr .year was 1979. Also I like to get things to Carol, miss JJ And the staff at Santa Rosa group home