Foster Youth Tax Credit Workshops
Eligible current and former foster youth may qualify for up to $1,189 through the California Foster Youth Tax Credit. Join us for a free tax preparation workshop with guided support to help you file your federal and state taxes and claim the credit you’re eligible for. Two dates available. Free lunch provided.
Ventura County Public Defender’s Office: A Community Partner in Overdose Prevention
The Ventura County Public Defender’s Office has become a powerful partner in local overdose‑prevention efforts, offering free naloxone kits, fentanyl test strips, and bilingual education every Tuesday at the Hall of Justice. Their compassionate, judgment‑free approach is helping vulnerable clients and families stay safe, building trust, and expanding access to lifesaving resources at community events and Fresh Start clinics. Their work shows what true advocacy looks like—meeting people where they are and giving them another chance at recovery and stability.
Read the full story here: Overdose Prevention Newsletter
Ventura County Food Assistance Resources
Find local programs and services that provide food for individuals and families across Ventura County. From food pantries to meal distribution sites and community support organizations, these resources help ensure everyone has access to meals.
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Join us for an Information Session or Continuing Education Opportunity!
Come learn about CASA of Ventura County and how you can make a difference in the life of an abused, abandoned or neglected child. These are free informational presentations about our program and are required prior to submitting an application and joining training.
Presented by FKCE and VCOE
Join us in this special partnership with the Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE) and Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to discover and navigate the resources and benefits your youth can receive from their educational program. Our partners from SELPA will thoroughly examine and explain special education services and processes, including the timelines and assessments. Moreover, by learning about the rights and laws connected to an educational rights holder and students, this training will position participants to become a strong advocate for their students in receiving the proper accommodations necessary. Gain resources, updated information, and more in this portion of Educational Advocacy in Foster Care training.
Instructors: Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE)
VCOE Foster Youth Services Program is designed to meet the mandates under AB854 to improve the educational outcomes for foster youth. Foster Youth Services Coordinating (FYSC) Programs provide support services to foster children who suffer the traumatic effects of displacement from family and schools and multiple placements in foster care. Their services are designed to improve the children's educational performance and personal achievement, directly benefiting them as well as providing long-range cost savings to the state.
Ventura County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) is a branch of the Ventura County Office of Education that provides for the special education service needs of children in Ventura County. This branch created and dedicated to ensure that students with disabilities have access to quality special education and related services and does so by providing information and support to families of children with disabilities so that they can be informed partners in the education of their children.
CE Hours: 1.5
Presented by California CASA
Instructors: John Burton Advocates for Youth
Navigating life after high school can feel overwhelming—especially for systems-involved youth. In this webinar, JBAY will guide CASA staff and volunteers through the basics of postsecondary planning, including how youth can explore college and other education or training options, apply to programs, and pay for their education. The session highlights practical strategies, funding opportunities, and system-specific considerations to help advocates better support youth as they move toward their goals.
CE Hours: 1
Our office is open daily by appointment.
Please call (805) 389-3120 or email info@casaofventuracounty.org to schedule a time to come in.
If you are experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, please do not come to the office.
Special Thanks
CASA of Ventura County is grateful for the support of the Margie & Robert E. Peterson Foundation and the Rick & Marcie Sexauer Foundation.
