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Strengthening Families Through Family Centered Treatment (FCT)​

Strengthening Families Through Family Centered Treatment (FCT) At Walden Family Services, we believe every child deserves the chance to grow up in a safe, stable, and loving family environment. For foster kids and foster youth facing difficult circumstances at home, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or misunderstood. That’s why Family Centered Treatment …

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Over $100,000 Raised at Walden Family Services’ Cabaret in Paris Gala

Over $100,000 Raised at Walden Family Services’ Cabaret in Paris Gala to Support Foster Youth and Families Walden Family Services is thrilled to announce the incredible success of its signature fundraiser, Cabaret in Paris, which raised over $100,000 to support foster children, youth, and their families across Southern California. Held on May 9, 2025, at …

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Ensuring a Future for Foster Care: How You Can Help Tackle the Insurance Crisis

Ensuring a Future for Foster Care: How You Can Help Tackle the Insurance Crisis California’s foster care system is facing an unprecedented insurance crisis that threatens the stability of thousands of vulnerable children. As insurance rates for foster family agencies skyrocket, many organizations find themselves at risk of shutting their doors, potentially displacing countless children …

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The Power of the ITIN: Accessing Tax Benefits and Financial Opportunities

The Power of the ITIN: Accessing Tax Benefits and Financial Opportunities Navigating the intricate world of U.S. taxes and finances can be overwhelming, especially for non-U.S. citizens and those unable to obtain a Social Security Number. Fortunately, the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) provides a crucial lifeline, unlocking essential tax benefits and financial opportunities. From …

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Carlsbad Auto Service Supports Foster Care Youth

Carlsbad Auto Service, a proud supporter of Walden Family Services, continues its commitment to fostering positive change in the community by supporting foster care youth. Owned and operated by a dynamic team of women, Carlsbad Auto Service promotes success and empowerment for young women and aspiring young mechanics alike. Meet Isaiah, an inspiring young man …

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GivingTuesday Success 2024

Walden Family Services is thrilled to announce that, with the incredible support of our community, we raised over $26,000 this Giving Tuesday for local foster kids, youth, and their families! Your generous contributions, along with the matches from the Sefton Family, have made a significant impact, and we couldn’t be more grateful. What is GivingTuesday? …

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Supporting Foster Families During California’s Insurance Crisis

California’s foster care system is facing a major challenge due to an insurance crisis that threatens the stability of foster family agencies (FFAs) across the state. California’s Foster Care Crisis Unfolds Impact on Foster Families The insurance crisis is severely affecting foster families in California. Nearly 9,000 children might be displaced as FFAs struggle with …

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Walden Welcomes Kellye Buchanan as Director of Philanthropy

Accomplished Fundraising Professional to Drive Philanthropic Efforts Walden Family Services, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through foster care, and adoption services, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kellye Buchanan as the new Director of Philanthropy. Kellye will succeed Kathryn Stephens, who is retiring after many years of dedicated …

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The Importance of Transitional Housing for Foster Youth

Transitional housing plays a pivotal role in the lives of foster youth who are aging out of the care system. Without stable housing, these young individuals often face numerous challenges that can impede their path to independence and self-sufficiency. Let’s talk about why transitional housing is essential for foster youth and how Walden Family Services …

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