Integrated housing and therapeutic services will support former foster youth on their journey to independence More than 200 government and community leaders, advocates, donors and volunteers packed Casa Pacifica’s gym on Friday, September 13, to celebrate the agency’s 30th anniversary and to mark the culmination of an innovative collaboration nearly three years in the making: […]
Seven-year-old Arthur holds big feelings in his small frame. Arthur was removed from his mother’s home and placed with a resource (foster) family when he was just five years old. Adjusting to his new environment and new people was overwhelming for him. Arthur looked forward to visits from his mother, which provided him with comfort […]
Outdoor learning spaces are few and far between but not for students in Casa Pacifica’s Non-Public School. The school’s teaching garden continues to bloom with the addition of a new outdoor learning space: The Learning Pavilion, made possible by Driscoll’s. Nestled within the1,200-square-foot garden, this outdoor classroom will expand opportunities for hands-on learning in agriculture, […]
Ventura County’s Longest Running Charity Golf Tournament Announces New Location Camarillo, Calif., July 11, 2024 – Golf enthusiast can take a swing to support youth mental health at the 32nd Annual Care for Kids Golf Classic, benefitting Casa Pacifica. One of Ventura County’s longest running charity golf tournaments, Care for Kids takes place Monday, September […]
Flipped desks, fits of rage and failing courses. This was Noah’s reality before he arrived at Casa Pacifica. Due to problems at home Noah was suffering from anxiety and depression causing frequent emotional outbursts. He was failing his classes and on the verge of expulsion when he became a student at Casa Pacifica’s Non-Public School […]
CAMARILLO, Calif., June 11, 2024 – A $90,000 grant from the Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara will enable Casa Pacifica to increase crisis care services in Santa Barbara County for youth who are experiencing a mental health crisis. The funding will support the hiring of a Crisis Care team member for Casa Pacifica’s Safe Alternatives […]
“With all of my anxiety, I never thought I would see the day that I would look forward to going to school again,” Alex says. “I learned so much from my team at Casa Pacifica and am excited to get back on track with my education.”
Region’s Foremost Wine and Culinary Event to Be Held Sunday, June 2 CAMARILLO, Calif., May 1, 2024 – One of Ventura County’s premier celebrations of gastronomy, fine wines and community spirit will mark its 30th anniversary as Casa Pacifica presents the annual Angels Wine, Food & Brew Festival on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at California […]
CAMARILLO, Calif., April 11, 2024 – Casa Pacifica marked National Volunteer Appreciation Week with a special town hall luncheon celebrating their guests of honor – the agency’s 2023 volunteer award winners. These awards are bestowed annually to outstanding volunteers in several categories in recognition of dedicated service to Casa Pacifica. “Casa Pacifica is deeply honored […]
Generous Donations Fund New Vehicle for Casa Pacifica Transitional Age Youth Program Camarillo, Calif., September 22, 2023 – Young adults who have aged out of foster care often have trouble obtaining a driver’s license due to the high cost of driver’s education, insurance and other expenses. A lack of transportation can put them at a […]
