"In a vital community you know where to turn for help - and that's what Family Resources is about"
-J.W. Gardner
Do you find yourself in a situation about which you have no past experience or knowledge?
Do you lack the time to make investigations into the resources that might be helpful to you?
Does the very need to make the investigation add to the stress you already feel?
Does it seem like there is no place to turn for help?
Family Resources can help you with several approaches
If you would like assistance in using this website, Palo Alto's Public Libraries offer free instruction on how to navigate the web.
Find a hard-copy resource-information display around town
Desktop open-book Kiosk of selected resource information can be found in more than 80 locations in town: libraries, school offices, community centers, non-profit agency offices, faith communities and more. Staff in the location of the Kiosk can also assist you with it's use and any further information.
You may also call Family Resources to speak with a Resource Specialist. On the phone we can help you navigate the website, answer questions, or provide clarifications and additional information; Call Family Resources at 650-329-2221.
Visit the Family Resources Office: Cubberley Community Center 4000 Middlefield Rd, T-2
In our office, you can speak to a Resource Specialist in person. You can also browse our resource materials collected from a variety of sources, sorted in the same eight resource categories found on this website. We are here to help alleviate the stresses and frustrations of looking for resource information to help your family. If we do not know or cannot find the information you need quickly, we will do the investigations for you and search for the resources you need.
Become a Family Resources Ambassador
Enhance your desire and ability to be helpful by attending 6 mornings over a 6 month period (free). Your will acquire information and connections with local service providers, leaders and others like you who are interested in being helpful in their communities.
Family Resources engages our community to build on existing strengths and services to promote the well-being of our families and their children.
Family Resources was implemented at the behest of the Palo Alto City Council to strengthen our community by increasing awareness of existing services that meet family needs, and to build personal connections across the community’s diverse constituency.
The Family Resources Foundation was founded to support the work of Family Resources. To contribute your support and/or participation call 650-329-2221.
Testimonials from the Community Testimonials by the members of the community regarding their experiences in using the services provided by Family Resources Program. [more]
Map of Family Resources Kiosk Locations There are 85 kiosks located throughout town: 7 at affiliate sites where public internet access is also available. The remaining kiosks are located in the communities of Family Resources Ambassadors who support the Kiosk's use. The Kiosk map shows the location of kiosks in Palo Alto. Item Dated: 03/13/2008
Map of Internet Access Locations It is a long-standing view of the Family Resources team that all people should be provided with opportunities to access the Family Resources website regardless of whether or not they have internet access at their home. To achieve this, nine collaborating sites offering public internet access are featured in Family Resources publicity materials, including a map to their locations. Item Dated: 10/03/2007
Sample Ambassador Development Calendar The Ambassador Development Program is a person-to-person, information-sharing, and community-building component of Family Resources Item Dated: 10/03/2007
