Fighting for the right of every child in California foster care to safety, security, and a permanent home.

Advokids provides the only free telephone helpline offering legal services to anyone concerned about a child in foster care in California.

For the Quickest Response:

Or call to receive assistance in a language other than English:  877.ADV4KID (877.238.4543)

Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 4:30pm

For urgent or time sensitive issues outside of normal business hours:

Email Us at:  [email protected]

(please leave your phone number if emailing)

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There are more than 38,000 children in foster care in California.
One third of these children are under 5 years old.

More than half are in care for 2+ years and many experience
compounding trauma and multiple placements.

Children's Stories

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Ariana

Read Ariana's story

African American mother and her daugher.

Emma

Read Emma's story

Hispanic child smiling in the park

Christian

Read Christian's story 

The Advokids Approach

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A Child Facing a Traumatic Event

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Legal Assistance & Support

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Transparency, Accountability, & Reform

The Advokids Approach

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A Child Facing a Traumatic Event

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Legal Assistance & Support

Court house

Transparency, Accountability, & Reform

For children in foster care, Advokids' work results in:

disruption

Decreased separation and loss in family and caregiver relationships.

fewer placements

Fewer placement disruptions.

increased security

Increased visitation with caring relatives.

less time

Improved permanency outcomes including reunifications and adoptions.

less trauma

Less trauma and stress while in foster care.

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Contact Advokids

5643 Paradise Drive, Suite 12B
Corte Madera, CA 94925

11833 Mississippi Ave., 1st floor
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Helpline Intake Form

415.924.0587

 

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