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 08, 2018
I grew up in a group home. I bet the odds with Five Acres I would have had nothing. I was able to have a safe warm home and food. We took vacations. We were honestly spoiled. It was hard to be away from family but they tried to create a family in our group home. I remember the room. It was not traumatizing for me. I learned my lesson. I'm grateful for Five Acres.
Apr 16, 2018
I LIVED HER FROM THE AGE OF 5 TO 9 ONLY GOOD THING I REMEBER IS THE TRACK MEETS TO DISAPLINE CHILDREN THEY LOCK U IN A ROOM MORE LIKE A CAGE WHERE U ARE TO STAY FOR HOURS UNTIL U STOP CRYING WORST THING U CAN DO TO A CHILD I HATED IT SO MUCH IF U NEVER LIVED HERE YOU DONT KNOW WHAT REALLY GOES ON YES THERE WHERE NICE TIMES BUT I WOULDNT WISH A GROUP HOME ON ANY CHILD
Dec 18, 2016
I just want my Daughter Tajanae Woods back home safe where she belongs
May 16, 2016
Went last year worst year ever close it down
Nov 16, 2015
The teachers and staff really care about the well-being of their students.