Adolescent Family Life Program

AFLP provides comprehensive case management services and a youth development curriculum to pregnant and parenting teens and their children. Our goal is to reduce repeat adolescent births, increase educational and vocational advancement, improve parent and child health, and create networks of support for pregnant and parenting youth.

Overview

AFLP is a voluntary program targeted toward expectant/parenting youth up to age 21. Case managers work closely with youth to improve the health and well-being of themselves and their children. This approach aims to develop their resilience by strengthening their developmental assets. Our adolescent patients are provided ongoing support and opportunities to build the strength and skills they need to thrive during and after they exit the program.

This program is currently available in Bakersfield, Arvin, Lamont, McFarland, and Delano.

To learn more about the program, please contact Monica Romero, AFLP Program Supervisor (661) 324-0293.

Additional Assistance

Birth Control & Family Planning Services for Teen Moms

At Clinica Sierra Vista, we support expectant mothers under 20, recognizing the challenges and uncertainties of unplanned motherhood. Alongside the Adolescent Family Life Program (AFLP), we provide a variety of support services to educate and assist teen mothers.

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Southeast Neighborhood Partnership Family Resource Center

The Clinica Sierra Vista Family Resource Center provides case management for families with children ages 0-5, developmental assessments, parenting classes, car seat education and installation, and assistance for walk-ins (referrals and limited donated items). This center also hosts the Southeast Neighborhood Partnership collaborative.

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Program Objectives

At least 80% of interns complete program/degree requirements within 13.5 months (150% of planned program length).
Of graduates who seek employment, at least 100% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
80% of employers, who return surveys, rate graduates as “satisfactory” or “excellent” for ability to work effectively with multicultural populations from diverse backgrounds.
90% of program graduates work as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in community nutrition.
90% of graduates work in Central Valley community programs for at least two years after graduation.

Do I Qualify for WIC?

WIC is a program that helps families with food and nutrition. Call us at (661) 862-5422 or send a message, and we’ll help you see if you qualify.

Here are some ways you might qualify:

You are pregnant
You are breastfeeding a baby who is less than one year old
You had a baby in the last six months
You have a child who is under the age of five
You experienced a loss of pregnancy or had a termination

You also need to think about your family’s income. Here are the monthly income limits for family sizes:

1 Person: $2,413
2 Persons: $3,261
3 Persons: $4,109
4 Persons: $4,957
5 Persons: $5,805
More than 5 Persons: Add $848 for each additional member

This income limit is based on 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, and these amounts will be effective from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Also, if you’re pregnant, the baby counts as part of your family size when figuring out if you qualify.

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Need care right away? Our health centers offer same-day appointments, and our walk-in clinics also offer extended hours. Whether you schedule ahead or stop by, we’re here to deliver fast, high-quality care when and where you need it.

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We make it easy to choose the clinic that works best for you. Keep in mind that your preferred location may mean seeing a different provider. Either way, you’ll receive compassionate, expert care from our trusted team, no matter which clinic you visit.

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Our providers work across multiple clinics to make care accessible, so their location may vary based on availability. No matter where you’re seen, you can trust our dedicated team to deliver the high-quality care you deserve.

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