Five Acres

Five Acres Founded in 1888, Five Acres believes that every child deserves a safe, loving and permanent family. Visit 5acres.org for more information.

Five Acres is a child and family service agency ensuring every child has a safe, healthy and permanent family solution through advocacy, prevention and evidence-based services. Established as an orphanage in 1888, today Five Acres offers programs spanning a full continuum of care including community – based counseling and support services, intensive residential care, a therapeutic school for speci

al needs students, and foster care and adoption services. In 2017, Five Acres served over 8,700 children and their families across five counties.

💚What if “I’m fine” isn’t the whole story? 🧡🩷Kids don’t always have the words to say, “I’m struggling.”💜Sometimes, they ...
09/03/2026

💚What if “I’m fine” isn’t the whole story? 🧡
🩷Kids don’t always have the words to say, “I’m struggling.”
💜Sometimes, they show us.
💙A change in mood.
💛Pulling away.
🩵Losing interest.
❤️Feeling hopeless.
September is National Su***de Prevention Month, and at Five Acres, we’re using our Wear Your Heart initiative to make space for the conversations that can be hard to start but can matter so much.
Start small:
💕 Ask how they’re really doing.
💕 Listen without judgment.
💕 Take changes seriously.
💕 Let them know they don’t have to face hard things alone.
You don’t need perfect words.
You just need to start the conversation.
Follow along this month for more su***de prevention and children’s mental health resources from Five Acres. Want to learn more? Reach out through the link in our bio.
💚Wear Your Heart. Start the conversation. 🧡
***dePreventionMonth

🧡What if your child is hurting… but isn’t telling you? 💚Bullying doesn’t always come with the words, “I’m being bullied....
09/01/2026

🧡What if your child is hurting… but isn’t telling you? 💚
Bullying doesn’t always come with the words, “I’m being bullied.”
Sometimes it looks like:
💭Not wanting to go to school
💭Big changes in mood
💭Headaches or stomachaches
💭Pulling away from friends
💭Losing interest in things they love
💕If something feels different, pay attention.
And if your child opens up:
🌟Listen. Believe them. Don’t minimize it.
🌟Let them know: “I’m glad you told me. We’ll figure this out together.”
🌟If bullying is affecting their safety or well-being, partner with the school and advocate for your child.
🩷Believe them. Support them. Advocate for them.
Save this for later. Share it with a parent who may need it.

08/29/2026

Friday feeling, but we’re still flying high from Paradise on the Fairway! 🌴⛳️✨
Monday was one for the books great golf, good vibes, and an unforgettable night supporting the children and families of Five Acres. 💚🧡

🧡Last call! School is officially underway. 💚📚There’s still time to help a child start the school year feeling prepared, ...
08/28/2026

🧡Last call! School is officially underway. 💚
📚There’s still time to help a child start the school year feeling prepared, confident and cared for. Every gift matters. If you’d like to help, drop off a gift card at our Altadena campus or contact Jessica Paz at 626.487.3748 or [email protected].
🫶Let’s make sure every child has what they need to feel ready for the year ahead.

💚After a full day of learning, listening, socializing, and managing big feelings, your child may need a little less ques...
08/27/2026

💚After a full day of learning, listening, socializing, and managing big feelings, your child may need a little less questioning and a little more connection.
🧡Instead of “How was school?” try:
✨ “I’m happy to see you.”
✨ “Want a snack or some quiet time?”
✨ “Tell me about your day when you’re ready.”
🩷Connection first. Conversation second.
💕What does your child need most after school a snack, a break, a hug, or some quiet time? Tell us below. 💚🧡

Best dressed on the fairway! 😘🫶💁‍♀️ Thank you everyone for coming tonight to support 5acres!! ❤️❤️🫶👏✨
08/25/2026

Best dressed on the fairway! 😘🫶💁‍♀️

Thank you everyone for coming tonight to support 5acres!!
❤️❤️🫶👏✨

Some highlights from Paradise on the Fairway Tonight! ✨✨
08/25/2026

Some highlights from Paradise on the Fairway Tonight! ✨✨

08/22/2026

🧡💚Books can take us places. 📚
At our latest Children’s Book Club, the kids read: Growing Food in the Garden, made smoothies, tried new fruits, and learned about healthy eating. Then took their learning to the South Pasadena Farmers’ Market, where the kids got to explore, taste, and have a little fun along the way. 🍓🥕 Our Five Acres Children's Guild Volunteers love creating moments where learning feels like an adventure.

⏲️The countdown is on. 🌴⛳️ In just a few days, we’ll gather at Paradise on the Fairway to celebrate a century of impact ...
08/21/2026

⏲️The countdown is on.
🌴⛳️ In just a few days, we’ll gather at Paradise on the Fairway to celebrate a century of impact and the children and families at the heart of Five Acres.
🧡 Can’t join us? You can still be part of something meaningful. 💚
💝A gift of any amount helps create safety, hope, and brighter futures for children and families in our care. Visit the link in our bio to give a gift today.

🧡Your child doesn’t need a lecture when they’re overwhelmed. They need you. 💚When big feelings take over, a child’s brai...
08/20/2026

🧡Your child doesn’t need a lecture when they’re overwhelmed. They need you. 💚
When big feelings take over, a child’s brain isn’t ready for problem-solving. First, they need to feel safe and connected.
Try grounding together:
🌿 Take three slow breaths.
👀 Name five things you can see.
🦶 Notice your feet firmly on the ground.
🤝 Stay close and help them settle before talking through what happened.
Children learn emotional regulation by experiencing it with us first. Over time, those small moments of connection help build the skills they need to manage stress, big emotions and challenges on their own.
💕Connection first.
💕Regulation second.
💕Problem-solving third.
There’s no perfect technique. The best grounding activity is the one that helps your child feel safe enough to come back to themselves.
🌟What grounding activity works best for your family? Share below. 👇
Visit the link in bio for more information and resources for supporting your child’s mental health and healthy development.

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760 W. Mountain View Street
Altadena, CA
91001

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