Navigation For Foster And Kinship Families
Family Compass is a collective effort of 16 grassroots organizations giving speedy, no-nonsense access to proven, existing services. Launched in 2024, we will offer placement stabilization to a sample group of 40 kinship and foster families in El Paso and Teller Counties. Our peer support team, employed by Kids Crossing, streamlines access to each support activity (as needed per family), making it easy and affordable for overwhelmed families. In addition to tangible grassroots support, we educate families about trauma-informed mental and physical health providers for a whole-child approach.
Navigation For Foster And Kinship Families
Family Compass is a collective effort of 16 grassroots organizations giving speedy, no-nonsense access to proven, existing services. Launched in 2024, we will offer placement stabilization to a sample group of 40 kinship and foster families in El Paso and Teller Counties. Our peer support team, employed by Kids Crossing, streamlines access to each support activity (as needed per family), making it easy and affordable for overwhelmed families. In addition to tangible grassroots support, we educate families about trauma-informed mental and physical health providers for a whole-child approach.
Our Outcomes
Placement Stability
Preventative Care
Hope, Joy & Connection
We help our families access:
- Trauma informed training for the whole family
- Personalized therapy suggestions
- List of trauma-informed medical professionals to help with medication and physical health
- Camps and joyful experiences
- Monthly meal deliveries and connection to supportive community members
- Home organization for mental health
- Emergency needs like beds and diapers