All Dads Matter

Fatherhood Programs

The Merced County Human Services Agency (HSA) recognizes the positive impact of a caring, involved and nurturing father to a child’s healthy growth and development. Fatherhood programs support healthy children, families and communities.

All Dads Matter Resource Center

The All Dads Matter Resource Center is a one-stop where dads can receive one on one support with accessing services, navigating systems or meet one on one with a member of our team. We have a children’s area with toys, games and puzzles where children can be engaged while dad is meeting with staff. Our trauma-informed team is here to provide the support you need to the best dad you can be.

Boot Camp for Dads

This one day three-hour workshop focuses on new or expectant fathers preparing them to bond, support and care for their new baby. Dads will gain knowledge and skill from a trained coach/facilitator along with other veteran dads who have successfully completed the workshop.

Workshops are offered bi-weekly in Merced:

  • All Dads Matter Resource Center
    3376 North Highway 59, Suite D
    Merced, CA 95348
  • Workshops are offered in English and en español.

Fatherhood Support Group

The All Dads Matter support group offers space where fathers can get safe, productive and caring peer to peer support. The groups are facilitated by trauma-informed professionals who take a mindful approach to supporting personal growth.

Support Group are offered on:

  • Monday (lunes) (español)
    5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    3376 N. Highway 59, Suite D
    Merced CA
  • Tuesday (English)
    6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    3376 N. Highway 59, Suite D
    Merced, CA
  • Wednesday (English)
    5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
    415 "F" Street
    Los Banos, CA
  • Thursday (English)
    6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
    3376 N. Highway 59, Suite D
    Merced, CA

All Dads Matter offers support, encouragement, and education to the fathers of our community with a goal of ensuring that every child has the opportunity to have a capable and caring father.

For more information call (209) 385-7521 or via email at alldadsmatter@countyofmerced.com.

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