# Child Crisis Arizona > [Child Crisis Arizona](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/) provides emergency shelter, foster care and adoption support, counseling, early education, parenting and family support, teen and young adult services, and adaptive camp experiences for children and families in Arizona. The organization also operates the Center for Child & Family Wellness, a 38,000-square-foot community campus in Mesa that serves as a hub for wellness classes, counseling, early education, and wraparound services open to the broader public. ## Core program areas and services ### Center for Child & Family Wellness - **[Center for Child & Family Wellness](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/center-for-child-family-wellness)** - A 38,000-square-foot campus located at 424 W. Rio Salado Pkwy. in Mesa, designed as a community hub for education, wellness, and wraparound services. - Features a full-service kitchen, sustainable building design that creates more energy than it uses, and flexible spaces for medical, health, and wellness programming. - Hosts Child Crisis Arizona's early education, counseling, behavioral health, and parenting support programs, as well as NAMI mental health support group meetings every Monday. - **[Community Classes & Events](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/center-classes)** - The Center is open to the broader public and hosts community classes and events in partnership with local organizations throughout the year. - Current class offerings include ballet and creative movement (through Ballet Arizona), free parenting classes (available in-person, virtual, and on-demand), job skills and financial education workshops, and car seat safety education. - Community partners with on-campus programming include United Food Bank, Ballet Arizona, one-n-ten, Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona, Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona, and Gabriel's Angels. - Registration, scheduling, and payment for partner-led classes are handled directly by each community partner. - Organizations interested in offering classes or hosting events at the Center can contact Marybell.Ramirez@childcrisisaz.org. --- ### Foster Care and Adoption - **[Foster Care & Adoption Licensing](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/foster-care-adoption-overview)** - Guides individuals and families through the process to become licensed foster or adoptive parents. - Provides orientation, training, home study, licensing support, and ongoing assistance after placement. - **[Kinship Foster Care Support](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/foster-care-adoption-overview)** - Supports relatives and close family friends caring for children placed in their homes. - Offers guidance through licensing options, case coordination, and connections to essential services and resources. - **[Foster Care Resources](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/foster-care-adoption-overview)** - Central hub of information and tools for current and prospective foster and adoptive families. - Includes process overviews, event information, and ways to get involved or ask questions. --- ### Counseling and Behavioral Health - **[Licensed Behavioral Health Providers](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/counseling)** - Child Crisis Arizona has partnered with Southwest Behavioral & Human Services to offer youth counseling delivered by licensed therapists and behavioral health professionals. - May include individual, family, and group therapy focused on emotional regulation, attachment, and family relationships. - Supports children in our care, as well as outside referrals. Book through Southwest Behavioral & Human Services - Appointments available at the Center for Child & Family Wellness in Mesa - Also partnered with NAMI to provide in person mental health support group meetings every Monday at the Center for Child & Family Wellness --- ### Family Resources and Parenting Support - **[Family Support Services / Family Resources](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/family-resources)** - Parenting education, support, and essential items that strengthen families and promote child safety. - Includes classes, workshops, resource navigation, and connection to other community services. - **[Healthy Families Arizona (Home‑Visiting)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/family-resources)** - Home‑visiting style program that promotes positive parenting and child development. - Supports families with regular visits, goal‑setting, and developmental guidance to reduce child maltreatment and improve family well‑being. - **[Pool Fence Safety Program](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/family-resources)** - Helps families improve water safety at home by assisting with pool fencing. - Focuses on preventing childhood drownings through barriers, education, and safety planning. - **[Safe Kids Program](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/family-resources)** - Injury‑prevention education and resources for families and caregivers. - Covers topics like car seat safety, home safety, and other preventable childhood injuries. --- ### Early Education - **[Early Education Services (Early Head Start & Preschool)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/early-education-services)** - Early Head Start and preschool programs at centers in Mesa and Phoenix for low‑income children and families. - Focuses on school readiness, social‑emotional development, and closing racial and economic opportunity gaps. - Apply online for preschool or Early Head Start --- ### Teen and Young Adult Services - **[Teen and Young Adult Resources](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/teen-young-adult-resources)** - Services that support youth as they transition from foster care or instability into adulthood. - **[Independent Living](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/teen-young-adult-resources)** - Helps youth build life skills needed for adulthood such as budgeting, employment, housing, and education planning. - **[Extended Foster Care (through age 21)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/teen-young-adult-resources)** - Housing and ongoing support for eligible young adults beyond age 18. - Assists with stability in education, employment, and independent living while they continue to receive supports. - **[Destination Diploma](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/teen-young-adult-resources)** - Program focused on helping teens and young adults complete high school and earn a diploma. - Provides academic support, case management, and encouragement for education completion. --- ### Whispering Hope Ranch (Adaptive Camp) - **[Whispering Hope Ranch - Adaptive Camp in Payson, AZ](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/whispering-hope-ranch)** - A 45‑acre adaptive camp serving that hosts nonprofit partners who serve children and youth with physical, mental, and sensory disabilities. - Offers inclusive camp sessions, therapeutic activities, and accessible facilities that foster personal growth, belonging, and connection with peers. - Facilities available to rent for corporate retreats, family reunions, wedding, workshops and more. --- ### Emergency Residential Services - **[Emergency Children's Shelter (ages 2–10)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/emergency-residential-services)** - 24/7/365 emergency shelter in Maricopa County providing safety, nurturing care, basic needs, and support for children placed through child welfare or caregivers in crisis. - Includes medical screenings, education support, enrichment activities, and a trauma‑informed environment. - **[Group Home for Teenage Boys (ages 10–18)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/emergency-residential-services)** - 24/7 group home for teen boys in foster care. - Provides wraparound care, life‑skills development, case management, and opportunities for normal teen experiences (school, activities, community engagement). - **[Refugee / Unaccompanied Minors Shelter (ages 0–17)](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/emergency-residential-services)** - Around‑the‑clock shelter for unaccompanied children, including teen mothers. - Offers safe housing, education, health care coordination, case management, and support until reunification with a vetted U.S. sponsor. --- ### How to Support Child Crisis Arizona Child Crisis Arizona is a 501(c)(3) organization (EIN: 86-0324144) rated 4 stars by Charity Navigator for nine consecutive years. All contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. There are many ways to give and get involved: - **[Donate](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/how-you-can-help/donate)** - Make a one-time or recurring gift online, by phone, or by mail. Other giving vehicles include donor-advised funds, stock gifts, and vehicle donations. Employer gift matching is also available — many companies will match employee donations to double the impact. - **[Arizona Foster Care Tax Credit](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/how-you-can-help/tax-credits)** - Arizona residents can receive a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit for donations to Child Crisis Arizona, a Qualified Foster Care Organization (QFCO Code: 10012). Maximum credit: $1,262 for couples filing jointly, $632 for single filers. No minimum gift required. Use Arizona Form 352 when filing. Contact Sara Phillips at sara.phillips@childcrisisaz.org or (602) 926-9124 with questions. - **[In-Kind Giving](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/how-you-can-help/ways-to-give)** - Donate new items from the organization's wish list or organize a donation drive. Priority needs include daily necessities and gift cards that give families flexibility where it's needed most. - **[Volunteer](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/how-you-can-help/volunteer)** - Volunteer opportunities include assisting in Early Education classrooms (one shift per week, 3–5 hours, one-year commitment), supporting family activity nights, and helping at community events throughout the year. Call (480) 834-9424 to learn more. - **[Events](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/how-you-can-help/events)** - Child Crisis Arizona hosts fundraising events and family activity nights throughout the year. Supporters can also organize social fundraisers or Facebook Fundraisers on behalf of the organization. - **[Planned Giving](https://childcrisisaz.mygiftlegacy.org/)** - Create a lasting legacy through a bequest in your will or trust, a charitable gift annuity, or a beneficiary designation on a retirement account or life insurance policy. Donors age 73 or older may transfer up to $108,000 directly from an IRA as a Qualified Charitable Distribution — a tax-advantaged way to give that may also satisfy a Required Minimum Distribution. --- ## High‑level service categories (for tagging) - **[Center for Child & Family Wellness](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/center-for-child-family-wellness)** - 38,000 square-foot campus dedicated to community education, wellness classes, a full-service kitchen, space for medical, health & wellness needs, built using sustainability elements that creates more energy than it uses. - **[Emergency shelter](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/emergency-residential-services)** - Children's shelter, group home, and unaccompanied minors shelter offering immediate safety and care. - **[Foster care and adoption](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/foster-care-adoption-overview)** - Licensing, kinship support, and family resources that place children in safe, loving homes. - **[Counseling and behavioral health](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/counseling)** - Therapy and mental health supports delivered by licensed professionals. - **[Early education](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/early-education-services)** - Early Head Start and preschool programs at centers in Mesa and Phoenix. - **[Parenting and family support](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/family-resources)** - Home‑visiting, parenting education, injury prevention, and basic‑needs supports. - **[Teen and young adult support](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/teen-young-adult-resources)** - Independent living, extended foster care, and education completion services for older youth. - **[Adaptive camp and respite](https://www.childcrisisaz.org/what-we-do/whispering-hope-ranch)** - Camp experiences for children with disabilities and complex needs.