Services for Communities

KAPS partners with the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department to support youth aged 10-18 and their families. Through Functional Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and comprehensive case management, we provide trauma-informed care while respecting and honoring cultural values. Collaborating with the court system, we participate in multidisciplinary staffings to update on youth progress and advocate for their needs, fostering positive outcomes for youth in the juvenile justice system.

Steven Rogers Village program is a community-based initiative supporting male children aged 12-17. We provide a safe, secure environment where children can grow, learn, and gain independence. Attending public school and participating in activities like sports, band, and chorus are encouraged to foster acculturation and social integration. Our culturally sensitive approach respects religious and cultural beliefs, ensuring inclusive care. We also focus on equipping children with essential life skills, such as financial management, conflict resolution, renting a home, and effective communication, to prepare them for a successful future.

Grace Dix Village is a comprehensive Long-Term Foster Care Program in Texas, dedicated to providing a safe, structured environment for male youth aged 12-17.. The program provides immediate care and support, offering essential services such as case management, acculturation and adaptation support, legal assistance, and educational and vocational opportunities. Children also receive access to medical and dental care, mental health support, nutritional services, and religious activities to meet their holistic needs. With a focus on child-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and respect, Grace Dix Village empowers youth by fostering stability, promoting independence, and ensuring they feel safe, valued, and supported as they prepare for successful futures.

The Jake Devonshire Center provides long-term foster care and unwavering support to youth from the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). We are committed to meeting their needs 24/7, every day of the year, while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. Our program values and respects each individual youth, ensuring they feel cared for and supported throughout their journey.

The Don Barnes Center (DBC) is dedicated to supporting adolescent unaccompanied children through a range of residential programs, community-based case management, family preservation services, and therapeutic interventions. We prioritize safety, support, and supervision while delivering evidence-based and trauma-focused services. Through Community-Based Education, Casey Life Skills, clinical support, and community integration, we foster positive outcomes and personal growth. Our commitment to unaccompanied children is rooted in creating a nurturing environment that promotes their well-being and future success.

The Parenting Education Program supports families and communities by teaching, modeling, and strengthening effective parenting skills through evidence-based, strength-based, and trauma-informed care. Designed for families with children from infancy to age 18 who may be at risk of abuse, neglect, conflict, or instability, the program offers short-term, intensive family and home-based interventions. Staff act as community liaisons, connecting families to essential services and supporting their progress. With a focus on preserving family unity, ensuring children’s safety, and reducing out-of-home placements, the program empowers parents to make better choices and create stable, nurturing environments for their children.

The FFT program provides specialized, family-focused treatment for youth aged 11-18 and their families, utilizing a strength-based, relational approach where all members feel respected and heard. Referrals often come from agencies like Juvenile Justice, Child Welfare, and Mental/Behavioral Health. Functional Family Therapy (FFT) aims to engage and motivate families, reduce risk factors, enhance protective factors, and create sustainable behavior change through individualized plans. The program fosters positive relationships and equips families with the tools to utilize community resources, promoting long-term success and well-being.

The DE Umbrella Program provides comprehensive, statewide services for justice-involved youth aged 10-19 and their families. Services include Pre-Trial Case Management, Accountability (curfew/surveillance), Functional Family Therapy, Mentoring, and community-based interventions tailored to each youth’s criminogenic needs. Committed to fostering recovery, growth, and independence, the program equips youth with skills for successful adaptation to home, school, work, and community life. Guided by values of care, integrity, and dedication, the DE Umbrella Program works to reduce the likelihood of criminality and incarceration, empowering youth and families to build fulfilling, competency-driven futures.