Placer County Children's System of Care Frequently Asked Questions

I know someone who was recently a victim of a violent crime. Where can I get help?

• Contact Victim/Witness of Crimes in Placer County at (916) 543-8000 for information and referrals.

Can I report suspected child abuse and remain anonymous?

• Yes, one may remain anonymous. Please call (866) 293-1940.
• For reporting suspected adult abuse, please call (530) 886-2900.

I am concerned about the welfare and/or health of a child, who do I call?

• Please contact Placer County Family and Children’s Services toll free at (866) 293-1940, or (916) 872-6549.

Can my family and I qualify for County services if we have private insurance?

• One must first exhaust all benefits from private insurance before contacting the county for additional services. Priority for county services are given to those who have Medi-Cal coverage, those who have Healthy Families coverage and who meet Severely Emotionally Disturbed criteria, and those with no other form of insurance.
• County services are designed as “safety net” services for those who do not have access to other resources.

My teenager is having behavioral problems in school and at home, who can I call for help?

• Please call Family and Children’s Services toll free at (866) 293-1940 or (916) 872-6549 to determine if a youth qualifies for county services, or to receive referrals to community resources.
• One may also contact the school to request assistance for the problems that occur in school if they are interfering with a teenager’s ability to learn.

I recently gave birth, but now am feeling depressed, lonely and confused. I know I need help, but I’m too embarrassed to ask anyone I know. Where can I get help?

• Contact the Postpartum Support International Depression Helpline at (800) 944-4773.
• Placer County Community Health at (530) 889-7141 or toll free at (800) 829-7199
• The Suicide Prevention Hotline at (800) SUICIDE (784-2433) or (800) 273-TALK (8255)
• As well as many other resources which can be found on the internet or at a local hospital.

How can I become a foster care or adoptive parent?

• Placer County operates a collaborative with Sierra Forever Families, Placer Kids, to recruit, train, and support foster and adoptive families, as well as match children needing a temporary or permanent home with available families.
• An orientation meeting is held every third Thursday of the month at the Placer Kids, 11990 Heritage Oak Place, Suite #3, in Auburn.
• For more information, please contact Donna Aleccia at (530) 887-9982 or toll free at (888) 387-9982.

Are the trainings posted to your website open to the public?

• Some are open to community partners depending on the topic.
• Please use the contact information to question a specific training either via the telephone or via email.