Casa Pacifica

✨ Community Connections

Every interaction is an opportunity to build connection.

Recently, our team joined Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County for a training focused on responding to behaviors in youth.

We explored Bruce Perry’s “Three R’s” framework—Regulate, Relate, Reason—and practiced connection and redirection strategies, grounding techniques, and coping skills that caregivers and professionals can use to better support youth in moments of distress.

When adults have shared tools and a shared understanding, young people are more likely to feel safe, supported, and able to grow.

Thank you to Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County for bringing this group together and for your continued commitment to strengthening support for youth and families!

Our youth had a blast!

At Casa Pacifica, our incredible staff are the heart of everything we do! Today, we are excited to spotlight Melody Lopez, Transition Facilitator, and her amazing contributions to our mission.

When asked about what she loves most about working at Casa Pacifica, Melody Shares, "I love working at Casa Pacifica because every day we have the opportunity to make a meaningful, positive difference in someone’s life. Witnessing individuals begin to apply the healthy habits we teach them is incredibly rewarding and affirms the lasting impact of our work."

Melody’s compassion and dedication create meaningful change for the youth and families we serve every day. Thank you, Melody, for all you do!

We're delighted to announce that we’ve been named one of the Central Coast’s Best Places to Work by the Pacific Coast Business Times for the sixth year in a row!

What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it comes directly from our staff. It reflects how our own team experiences our workplace every day. Since first making the list in 2021, we’ve continued to grow a workplace culture rooted in purpose, excellence and heart.

To our incredible staff: thank you. This honor is yours.

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Graduation day is one of our favorite days of the year—because every diploma represents a hard-earned achievement.

Today, thirteen students from our Non-Public School crossed the graduation stage, the largest graduating class in Casa Pacifica's history.

For many, the road to this moment was not an easy one.

Some arrived at Casa Pacifica feeling depressed or unseen. Others struggled to imagine a future beyond the challenges they faced. With support, and their own resilience, they kept moving forward—step by step, day by day.

Today, they celebrated a milestone that once may have seemed out of reach.

Their success is a testament not only to their perseverance, but also to the power of a community that believes in them.

To our dedicated teachers, aides, therapists, and administrative staff: thank you for helping our students discover their strengths, overcome obstacles and reach this moment. Your commitment changes lives every day.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Your story is only beginning, and we cannot wait to see where life takes you next! ❤️

Nothing spells fun like our annual Color Run! This non-competitive race brings joy (and lots of color!) to the Casa Pacifica campus. Many thanks to our youth for putting their best foot forward and to our dedicated staff who amazed us with their energy and color blasting skills, once again!

At Casa Pacifica, our incredible staff are the heart of everything we do! Today, we are excited to spotlight Laura Recio, Parent Partner in our Wraparound program, and her contributions to our mission.

When asked what she loves most about her role at Casa Pacifica, Laura shares:

"I enjoy working at Casa Pacifica because it allows me to utilize my skills to support families and empower them to advocate for themselves. My personal experience advocating for my own family has strengthened my ability to support the families I serve. I believe Casa Pacifica is a great organization to work for, as I feel well-supported by my program manager and supervisors. I also greatly value the guidance and mentorship of my lead, Polly, whose knowledge and experience continue to support my professional growth. I am grateful to be part of a team that is dedicated to helping families succeed!"

Laura’s passion for helping families feel supported and empowered shines through in everything she does. Thank you, Laura, for the positive impact you make each day!

Donor support in action! 💙

Construction continues to move forward with our Transitional Youth Services project. We’re excited to share one of the latest additions: newly installed playground equipment for young adults with children!

This new play area will create opportunities for families to spend quality time together, encourage healthy activity and help young parents build meaningful moments with their children right at home.

Additional upgrades are also on the way, including gathering spaces, a sports court, barbecue/patio area, pet relief area and quiet reflection space.

We’re so grateful to The Balay Ko Foundation for the support that made this project possible, and look forward to sharing more progress updates as the space comes to life!