Kern Bridges Adoption Agency
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Contact Information
1321 Stine Road
Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93309
United States
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Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93309
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM-6 PM |
KBYH is licensed by the State of California to recruit, train, approve, supervise, and support qualified resource homes for foster children. Our program provides intensive in-home services along with on-going training & support. All of our Social Work staff have extensive training, expertise, year of experience, and a master’s degree.
The process of becoming a resource family can seem complicated, but KBYH makes it a clear and simple 4-step process: orientation, paperwork, training, and a family evaluation. Also, there are no fees involved in our services. To find out the requirements for becoming a resource family
If you are considering adoption, KBYH would be honored to assist you in understanding the various adoption options and help you determine the best choice for you and your family. Adoption is a very personal and emotional decision, and we would be proud to partner with you as you consider adding to your family.
KBYH is a foster care and adoption program.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Specialized / Therapeutic Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
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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Jul 11, 2022
Cindy and staff are very welcoming. Love the environment. Great place
May 17, 2022
I love and miss you guys so much mommy's super hero 💗💗💗💗😙
Mar 20, 2022
Amazing people and hard workers I appreciate everything they do for our families love you all ❤
Feb 13, 2022
They are very warming..and clean
Feb 10, 2022
Very very kind employees they got....each one deserves 5stars.