Contact Info
East Valley Family Services
Shelly Juarez
1830 E Sahara Ave Ste 103
Las Vegas, NV 104
Phone: 702-631-7098
Website: evfs.org
Services
Hours of Operation
Family Resource CenterOffice Contact:
(702) 631- 7098
1830 E. Sahara Ave. Suite 103, Las Vegas
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: Appointment only
Case Management Services
Monday - Friday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Appointment only
About Us
East Valley Family Services is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides support for families in need. We offer numerous services that help many different people in our community.
Mission Statement: We provide services and support for all walks of life in Southern Nevada communities to become and remain healthy, responsible, and self-sufficient.
Programs we offer:
Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center delivers services that promote self-esteem, build confidence and encourage well-being. Services and programs are designed to meet the needs of the surrounding neighborhood. We believe that by helping to build stronger families, we are building a stronger community.
Services offered include:
- Food
- Employment Resources
- Application Assistance for most Nevada State Welfare benefits (SNAP, TANF, Medicaid)
- Application Assistance for utility assistance programs (Energy Assistance Program, Project REACH, Energy Share)
- Bus Pass Assistance*
- Identification Needs**
- Information and Referrals
- Plus so much more…
Senior & Disability Resources Include:
- Long Term Care Options Counseling
- Senior and Disability Benefits
- Application Assistance for MAABD Program (Medical Assistance to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled)
- Provide general information on Medicare
To learn more call 702-631-7098
*Based on available funding & must have verifiable employment offer or medical appointment
**Based on available funding & must have Nevada residency for over 60 days
Funded by State of Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
Bears and Binkies Program
Bears and Binkies is an 8- week journey to becoming the best parent you want to be. The program derived from the Love & Logic Model is an opportunity for parents to look at their parenting skills and evaluate where change is needed.
Class topics include:
- Appropriate discipline
- Crisis planning
- Parent/child communication
- Exploring ways to simply have fun
Classes are taught in a positive learning environment where everyone has an opportunity to engage and discover unique qualities about themselves and their children. A certificate is awarded after completion of the 8-week session. If you have the desire to be the best parent you want to be, then Bears & Binkies is for you!
Call our office to find out about current and upcoming classes 702-631-7098 ext. 1504
Differential Response Family Support
The Differential Response Family Support team works together with Clark County Child Protective Services (CPS) to assess families who are in need of community support and assistance. The DR program is designed to help families (all referred through the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline) break the cycle of CPS involvement without removing children.
The Differential Response team makes home and school visits based on the reports made to the CPS Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline and offers various types of assistance based on the nature of the report.
During these assessment visits, the family may be referred to other services in our local area, but most families benefit from this type of early intervention. Our assessment focuses on the family’s unique strengths and needs.
Our goal is to reduce the risk of future CPS involvement and provide unique family interventions that allow the family to move forward independently and productively and avoid future CPS investigations.
If you suspect child abuse or neglect – call (702)399-0081 or in case of an emergency call 911
In co-operation with NV Dept. of Health & Human Services, Office of Community Partnerships and Grants
Family Treatment Court
Family Treatment Court (FTC), also referred to commonly as Drug Court is a court supported substance use and mental health treatment for parents involved in the Child Welfare System. East Valley Family Services is a proud partner of the FTC program. Through this partnership our agency provides Peer Mentoring services to parents involved within the FTC program.
If you or someone you know is involved in the FTC program and would like more information or Peer Mentor Support call 702-631-7098 option 3
HealthCare Hope
Are you or someone you know uninsured or underinsured? Our agency may be able to assist with navigating the best healthcare plan for you.
Applications we assist with completing include:
- Medicaid / Nevada Check-Up
- MAABD (Medical Assistance to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled)
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Extra Help / Low Income Subsidy (LIS)
- Prescription Drug Plan (PDP)
- Marketplace Health Insurance
Ask a Family Support Specialist for more information on how we can turn hope into reality for your healthcare needs
For more information, call our office at (702) 631-7098, option 1
Peer Parent Advocate Program
Parents guiding Parents through the reunification process
The Peer Parent Advocate Program works with families who have had children removed by Child Protective Services (CPS) and are now on the path towards reunification. Because our Peer Parent Advocates have reunified with their own children, they have a solid understanding of the overwhelming experience removal can be. Peer Parent Advocates also have a higher reunification rate working side by side with parents because they themselves know the joy and success of reunification for the entire family, especially the children.
If you or someone you know could use a Peer Parent Advocate call : 702-631-7098 option 3 and ask about orientation to get started!
Senior Respite Program
If you or someone you know is 55 or older and is the primary caregiver for a relative’s child, you need to know about our Senior Respite Program. Respite is essential to mental, physical and economic wellness of “second time” parents. We can help you meet the challenge of parenting by offering financial assistance for childcare or activities; to free up time that you can use for you! Run errands, take a class, make an appointment or just relax. A rested and relaxed caregiver may be the best caregiver.
Call (702) 631-7098 ext. 1101 for more information
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Healthy Nutrition is a SNAP!
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as “Food Stamps” or “EBT” helps put healthy food on the table for over 40 million people a month. East Valley Family Services can help your family apply and advocate for benefits in this program provided by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.
If you or someone you know needs assistance applying for SNAP, please stop by our office or Call 702-631-7098 option 1.
This material was partially funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Please call 1-800-992-0900 for more information. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Click here for Non-discrimination Statement
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)
TEFAP is a Federal program that helps supplement the diets of low-income Americans, including elderly people, by providing them with emergency food and nutrition assistance at no cost. It provides food and administrative funds to States to supplement the diets of these groups.
East Valley Family Services can help streamline the process of applying for TEFAP. For more information visit the USDA website or click here
Golden Groceries
East Valley Family Services is a proud partner of Three Square and a distribution site for the Golden Groceries program.
Three Square’s Golden Groceries program provides delicious, healthy, supplemental groceries to individuals who are 60 or better. With Golden Groceries, you have access to lean proteins, whole grains and fresh produce.
Food distribution is scheduled the 1st Friday of each month starting at 9:00am. *Schedule subject to change, please call (702) 631-7098 for more information.
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