Crisis Support Services
Dedicated to assisting families in crisis through a variety of programs. Our services are designed to provide immediate support and long-term solutions to families facing challenges.
What We Provide
Family Focus offers critical intervention services to families referred by the Department of Child Services and/or Probation. Our crisis support programs are designed to stabilize home environments, promote child safety, and strengthen family functioning through home-based therapy, case management, and resource coordination.
Whether facing court involvement, safety risks, or overwhelming stress, families are met with compassion, expert guidance, and practical support tailored to their needs. We help families stay safely together through the most challenging times.
Counseling & Assessment
We offer structured therapy and targeted assessments to address emotional, behavioral, and family-related challenges. Services include Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, and Parenting and Family Functioning Assessments (PFFA). These supports are available to families involved with DCS or juvenile probation and help determine the right course of action for each unique situation.
Visitation Services
Family Focus coordinates and supervises safe, structured visitation for children and their parents or siblings who are involved with DCS. These sessions help foster connection, rebuild trust, and nurture relationships in a secure environment. Whether reunifying families or strengthening existing bonds, our team ensures visits are guided by compassion, consistency, and care.
Home-Based Therapy, Casework & Parent Aide Services
Family Focus delivers support to families in crisis, offering therapy, casework, and parent aide services in the home and/or in the community. These programs are tailored for families referred by the Indiana Department of Child Services or Juvenile Probation. Our goal is to stabilize households, strengthen parenting capacity, and promote long-term family well-being.
Parent Education Services
Our evidence-informed parenting programs support caregivers in strengthening family relationships and promoting healthy child development. These services are designed to enhance parenting skills, build emotional awareness, and foster resilience during periods of change or transition.
Father Engagement Services
Our fatherhood services provide evidence-informed support to help fathers strengthen their role as caregivers and providers. In addition to parenting-focused guidance, we offer wraparound support designed to promote stability, connection, and long-term family success.
Core areas of support include:
Paternity testing referrals and related guidance
Parenting skill-building through individual or group sessions
Emotional regulation, communication, and co-parenting strategies
Referrals to housing, employment, healthcare, and other local resources
Hands-on budgeting and money management guidance
Assistance navigating the child support system
Step-by-step help securing benefits or court-ordered financial support
THE FAMILY FOCUS MISSION
TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES BY HELPING TO CREATE SAFE, NURTURING, AND LOVING HOMES
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for support services?
Crisis services are available to families referred by the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) or juvenile probation.
What counties do you serve?
We provide services across Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Newton, Starke, Pulaski, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, and Kosciusko Counties in Indiana.
How quickly can services begin after a referral?
Once a referral is received, our intake team reaches out within 48 hours. Services typically begin within one week, depending on availability and the urgency of the situation.
Are services in the home or the office?
Most of our crisis support programs—including therapy, casework, and parent coaching—are delivered in the family’s home. Office-based therapy and parenting classes are also available, depending on the service.
Can both parents attend parenting or fatherhood programs?
Yes. While certain programs are tailored to individual caregivers (like the Nurturing Fathers Program), many of our parenting classes welcome both parents and co-parents to attend together or separately.
Is there a cost for services?
Families referred by DCS or juvenile probation receive services at no cost.
What is the difference between parent coaching and counseling?
Parent coaching focuses on hands-on strategies for daily routines, discipline, and home dynamics. Counseling addresses deeper emotional or relational concerns through structured therapy with a licensed clinician.
Do you offer bilingual services?
Yes. We have Spanish-speaking staff and can arrange interpreters as needed to ensure families receive clear, culturally appropriate support.
How do I make a referral or request support?
Referrals can be submitted by DCS caseworkers, probation officers, schools, or directly by families. To begin, visit our Contact Us page or call us at (219) 462-9200.
Who is Family Focus?
Serving Indiana families since 1989
For over 25 years, Family Focus, Inc. has been a leader in parenting education and family support. Our certified professionals deliver impactful, research-backed programs designed to help families thrive through life’s most difficult transitions.
Certified 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization
As a recognized nonprofit, Family Focus is mission-driven—not profit-motivated. Every program is designed to deliver lasting impact while remaining accessible and affordable to those who need it most.
Experienced, Compassionate Staff
Our licensed instructors and support staff are trained in child development and family dynamics, ensuring every class is taught with professionalism, empathy, and a focus on real-life application.
Get in Touch
Office Location
660 W Morthland Dr. Suite A
Valparaiso, IN 46385
Hours
7:30am - 5pm (M-TH) / 7:30am - 1pm (F)
Phone
(219) 462-9200
Online Partners in Parenting Scheduling
https://familyfocusinc.as.me/
Corporate Office
660 W Morthland Dr. Suite A
Valparaiso, IN 46385
Hours of Operation
Monday — Thursday
7:30am — 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am — 1:00pm
Contact Us
Call: 219-462-9200