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# Kern County Child Support Services

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- [23ABC News Bakersfield with our director Toni Kendrick](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/07/15/23abc-news-bakersfield-with-our-director-toni-kendrick/) - Thank you to 23 ABC News and Mike Hart for having our director, Toni Kendrick, on the morning show! In recognition of Child Support Awareness Month this August, our department hosts an annual Health & Wellness fair and back to school backpack giveaway events for families in our community. Families are invited to join us
- [17th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/05/13/17th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair/) - Kern County Child Support Services is hosting the 17th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum on Thursday, August 6th, 2026. Since 2009, our department's team members and our partners fundraise to help families and children in Kern County go back to school with all their essentials. Our events have
- [Join us at Job Hub on July 7](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/07/07/join-us-at-job-hub-on-july-7-2026/) - Join us today at Job Hub! Come meet our team from Kern County Child Support Services and learn more about who we are! Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM 1215 Olive Drive, Suite C, Bakersfield, CA See you there!
- [Lamont Elementary School District Open House Backpack Giveaway](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/07/08/lamont-elementary-school-district-open-house-backpack-giveaway/) - We partnered with Lamont Elementary School District Family Success Center for their Open House & Backpack Giveaway! Our team will be present providing free backpacks. Celebrate the new school year! Connect with LESD, explore educational programs, student support services, and community resources available for students & families. Lamont Elementary School District Family Success Center 7915
- [Vendors at the 17th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/06/15/vendor-applications-for-the-17th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair/) - Are you interested in being part of the 17th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair as a vendor? Fill out an application today! Vendors help make this day special by connecting with families, providing information about their services, and bringing community resources! Join us this year and get involved!For vendor inquiries, email:
- [Mobile Office Events in July 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/06/29/mobile-office-events-in-july-2026/) - Meet with our Child Support Services team at our Mobile Office Events in Taft, Bakersfield, and Shafter this July! Ask us about your Child Support case, we are here to help you. July 1– Department Human Services – Taft, 9:30am-1pm July 8 – Department Human Services – Bakersfield, 9:30am-1pm July 14 – Department of Human
- [Family Law Facilitator Available July 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/06/29/family-law-facilitator-available-july-2026/) - The Family Law Facilitator will be at Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information. July 16, 2026 July 30, 2026 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield CA 93308 9:00am-3:00pm * First come, First Served Basis * Dates are subject
- [Visit Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office this May 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/24/visit-kern-county-child-support-services-mobile-office-this-may-2026/) - This May 2026, the Kern County Child Support Mobile Office is coming near you! Just walk up and ask us about your Child Support case, no appointment needed. May 6 – Department Human Services – Taft, 10am-2pm May 13 – Department Human Services - Bakersfield, 10am-2pm May 14 – North of the River Riverview, 10am-2pm
- [Mobile Office Events in June 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/05/29/mobile-office-events-in-june-2026/) - Meet with our Child Support Services team at our Mobile Office Events in Taft, Bakersfield, and Shafter this June! Ask us about your Child Support case, we are here to help you. June 3– Department Human Services – Taft, 9:30am-1pm June 10 – Department Human Services - Bakersfield, 9:30am-1pm June 16 - Department of Human
- [Family Law Facilitator Available June 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/05/29/family-law-facilitator-available-june-2026/) - The Family Law Facilitator will be at Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information. *Thursday, June 4, 2026 -- Event is cancelled. To see the Family Law Facilitator visit 1215 Truxtun Ave. from 8am to 2pm. Thursday, June
- [Ready-Set Back 2 School Events at Kern County Libraries July 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/05/13/ready-set-back-2-school-events-at-kern-county-libraries-july-2026/) - Our Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events are coming to Kern County Libraries this July 2026! Bring your kids to receive a FREE backpack, school supplies, & giveaways! We are proud partners of Kern County Library! Families are invited to enjoy our free backpack giveaway events at these library branches: Ridgecrest Library -
- [Child Support Debt Reduction Program](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/05/12/new-debt-reduction-program/) - The Debt Reduction Program provides eligible parents with past-due child support payments the opportunity to reduce the amount they owe to the government.Parents who meet the eligibility requirements for this program may be able to significantly reduce their child support arrears debt owed to the state. To see if you qualify, call us today at
- [Family Law Facilitator Now Available May 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/27/family-law-facilitator-available-may-2026/) - The Family Law Facilitator will be at Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information. Thursday, May 7, 2026 Thursday, May 21, 2026 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield CA 93308 9:00am-3:00pm * First come, First Served Basis * Dates
- [Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office - April 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/01/kern-county-child-support-services-mobile-office-april-2026/) - Meet with Child Support Professionals,Learn About Your Case Options.No Appointment Necessary. We are now accepting requests for locations that our Mobile Office can go to next to better serve our customers. April 1 - Department of Human Services - Taft Office 119 N. 10th Street Taft, 10am-2pm April 8 - Department of Human Services 100
- [Ridgecrest Office - Appointments Available](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/20/ridgecrest-office-appointments-available/) - Our Kern County Child Support Services Ridgecrest Branch office is now accepting appointments. Visit our office by scheduling an appointment today. To schedule an appointment at our Ridgecrest office, click the link below. Ridgecrest Branch Office – Make an Appointment. 400 N. China Lake Blvd. Ridgecrest, CA 93555
- [Now Accepting Appointments at our Delano Branch Office](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/01/now-accepting-appointments-at-our-delano-branch-office/) - Our Kern County Child Support Services Delano Branch office is now accepting appointments. Visit our office by scheduling an appointment today. To schedule an appointment at our Delano office, click the link below. Delano Branch Office - Make an Appointment. Spanish Speaking staff are available, ask us about our bilingual services. 455 Lexington Street, Delano,
- [Download the ExpertPay Mobile App Today - Make Child Support Payments Simpler](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/07/download-the-expertpay-mobile-app-today-make-child-support-payments-simpler/) - Looking for an easier way to make your Child Support payments? Check out ExpertPay! A simple way to make Child Support payments using Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and more. Learn more and sign up today:expertpay.com/obligorapp/#/login
- [Wear Blue Day April 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/10/wear-blue-day-april-2026/) - Our director Toni Kendrick and team members recognize April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month by proudly participating in Wear Blue Day 2026. 💙 Today we help spread awareness and show support for protecting children in our community. Thank you to Kern County Network for Children for raising awareness to strengthen families! Don't miss out
- [CAPK Partnership](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/10/capk-partnership/) - Thank you to our partner Community Action Partnership of Kern for their support towards our upcoming annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Events and donating children's books! Our director Toni Kendrick received CAPK's donation to giveaway for kids at our events. Stay tuned for our Save the Date for our backpack giveaway events across Kern County, libraries,
- [Houchin Community Blood Bank Partnership](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/13/houchin-community-blood-bank-partnership/) - We partnered with Houchin Community Blood Bank to host a blood drive! We invite you to join us in donating and helping save lives in our community. Welcome friends & family to donate! No appointment necessary. Thursday, April 23, 202610:00am to 3:00pm Kern County Child Support Services Building3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield CA All successful
- [April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/03/27/national-child-abuse-prevention-month/) - Save the Date: Wear Blue Day on Friday, April 10th! Join us in recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month by proudly participating in Wear Blue Day 2026. On Friday, April 10th, we invite you to wear blue to help raise awareness and show support for strengthening families and protecting children in our community.
- [TouchPay App Now Available for Child Support Payments](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/03/10/touchpay-app-now-available-for-child-support-payments/) - Did you know... the TouchPay Payment App is Now Available! Making Child Support Payments is Easy, even on the Go with TouchPay! Make quick, worry-free child support payments on the go. Download the App here: https://www.tpchildsupport.com Information Required: Full Name of Payor and Participant ID *For payment help call (866) 204-1603 or visit www.touchpayonline.com/help
- [The Fatherhood Survey - Your Voice Matters](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/03/09/the-fatherhood-initiative-survey/) - Kern County dads, your voice matters now more than ever. The Kern County Fatherhood Initiative has launched a brief, anonymous survey to learn about your experiences, challenges, and successes as a father in our community. Your input will help shape programs, resources and support systems for dads across the county. Every perspective matters. Every dad
- [Kern County Child Support Mobile Office Now Open](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/03/06/kern-county-child-support-mobile-office-now-open/) - We are now accepting requests for locations that our Mobile Office can go to next to better serve our customers. Meet with Child Support Professionals, Learn About Your Case Options. No Appointment Necessary. Submit a Request Here March 4: Department of Human Services - Taft Office 119 N. 10th St. Taft, 10am-2pm March 11: Department
- [Family Law Facilitator Now Available April 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/04/01/family-law-facilitator-available-april-2026/) - The Family Law Facilitator will be at Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information. Thursday, April 9, 2026 Thursday, April 23, 2026 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield CA 93308 9:00am-3:00pm * First come, First Served Basis * Dates
- [Now Hiring Attorneys, Join our Legal Team](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/09/10/join-our-legal-team/) - We are now hiring! Join our Legal Team: Child Support Attorney I-V *Attorneys Receive $15,000 Hiring Bonus! *Entry-level positions gain legal/courtroom experience Be a part of helping families create a better life for children. Visit Kern County.com/Careers to apply. » View Video Transcript
- [Did you know Child Support Offers a Stipulation?](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/02/04/establish-a-stipulation-agreement/) - Parents with a Child Support case have the option to sign a Stipulation Agreement, an agreement between both parents on a set Child Support amount. By both parents signing the Stipulation Agreement, the document will be filed at the court. This option provides parents with the opportunity to avoid going to court. Contact us to
- [Kern County Child Support Services Offices Open Now](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/02/14/visit-our-branch-offices/) - Meet with our Child Support professionals, let's work together to create a better life for your children. Visit our branch offices by appointment today. 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield, CA 455 Lexington St. Delano, CA 400 N. China Lake Blvd. Ridgecrest, CA Set an appointment at your nearest branch office today by calling our offices
- [Family Law Facilitator Now Available March 2026](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/03/01/family-law-facilitator-available-march-2026/) - The Family Law Facilitator will be at Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information. Thursday, March 12, 2026 Thursday, March 26, 2026 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield CA 93308 9:00am-3:00pm * First come, First Served Basis * Dates
- [Now Approved Worksite by Blue Zones Project](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/10/24/blue-zones-project-approved-worksite/) - Kern County Child Support Services is the latest county department to become a Blue Zones Project Approved Worksite! Over the past several months, our department has launched several initiatives to enhance employee well-being.Designated two Blue Zones Project parking spaces. Signage has been installed to parking spaces located farthest from the employee workplace entrance to encourage
- [Modify Your Child Support Case](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/03/10/modify-your-child-support/) - Parents can request a modification to their Child Support order under any of the following certain circumstances: A change in earnings, change in custody or amount of time the child spends with each parent, military deployment, or incarceration. To learn more about changing your child support amount, click here. To request a modification, call our
- [View Your Child Support Case Online Now](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/03/20/view-your-child-support-case-online/) - Parents have access to view their Child Support case information by registering and logging into their account on Customer Connect. Customer Connect is California Child Support's self-service platform that provides access to Child Support case information, payment history, receive reminders, provide updates, request documents, update contact information, and message the case manager. To learn more,
- [Our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health and Wellness Fair](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/09/08/16th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair-2/) - One month ago, we hosted our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum, helping thousands of children in Kern County receive essentials for back to school. Your support and participation at our event are greatly appreciated. Thank you for being a part of a memorable day. Thank
- [Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/06/02/child-support-services-mobile-office/) - We are proud to announce that Kern County Child Support Services are now available from our new Mobile Office! Need Child Support help? Visit our Mobile Office! Meet with Child Support Professionals, Receive Information about Your Case, and Learn About Your Case Options! Come see us at the following locations: 📍Department of Human Services -
- [Learn More | The Child Support Debt Reduction Program](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/04/22/debt-reduction-program/) - If you are struggling with or can’t afford to pay off past due Child Support owed to the State, you may be eligible for the Debt Reduction Program. This program allows qualified payers to pay off a reduced total amount by lump sum or monthly payments. Depending on your income, monthly expenses, and ability to
- [Kern County Child Support Services | Our Values | 2025](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/08/12/our-core-values/) - At Kern County Child Support Services, our core purpose is to help families create a better life for children. Every action we take is guided by our mission and values and is reflected in how we work with families, our team members, and our partners. Our department is focused on driving positive change, working together
- [Video Transcript: Kern County Child Support Services | Mobile Office | June 17- 20, 2025](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-kern-county-child-support-services-mobile-office-june-17-20-2025/) - [00:00:00] Kern County Child Support Services[00:00:02] mobile office is on the move. Visit us[00:00:07] [Music][00:00:11] here. Need child support help? Come see[00:00:14] us at our mobile office. Meet with child[00:00:17] support[00:00:18] professionals. Receive information about[00:00:20] your case and learn about your case[00:00:23] options. Child support professionals are[00:00:26] here to help you. No appointment needed.[00:00:29] Walk-ins
- [Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events at Kern County Libraries](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/06/23/ready-set-back-2-school-backpack-giveaway-events-at-kern-county-libraries/) - Our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events are coming to Kern County Libraries this July 2025! Kids in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade can receive a free backpack, school supplies, and resources! In partnership with the Kern County Library, join us at their library branches: 📚Wilson Library Friday, July 18, 2pm-4pm 📚Kern
- [Video Transcript: Kern County Child Support Services Backpack Giveaway Events | Partnership with Kern County Library](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-kern-county-child-support-services-backpack-giveaway-events-partnership-with-kern-county-library/) - [00:00:00] Kern County Child Support Services is[00:00:02] hosting our annual backpack giveaway[00:00:04] events. Kids in kindergarten through[00:00:06] 12th grade can receive a free backpack,[00:00:09] school supplies, and resources.[00:00:12] Join us at these Kern County libraries[00:00:14] in July. And don't miss our 16th annual[00:00:18] Ready Set back to school health and[00:00:20] wellness fair at the Kern
- [16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/07/01/16th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair/) - Kern County Child Support Services is excited to announce we are hosting our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum on Thursday, August 7th, 2025. Every year, our department and partners fundraise to help families and children go back to school with all their essentials. Our events
- [Video Transcript: Kern County Child Support Services | 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair Short](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-kern-county-child-support-services-16th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair-short/) - [00:00:00] Our 16th annual Ready Set back to school[00:00:02] health and wellness fair is on Thursday,[00:00:04] August 7th from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the[00:00:07] Kern County Museum. Kids in kindergarten[00:00:09] through 12th grade get a free backpack,[00:00:11] school supplies, and more. Our community[00:00:14] partners will be giving away free[00:00:16] services and resources for families
- [Video Transcript: Child Support Awareness Month | August 2025 | Kern County Child Support Services](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-child-support-awareness-month-august-2025-kern-county-child-support-services-2/) - [00:00:00] Families today look different and so[00:00:02] does the child support program. As we[00:00:05] celebrate child support awareness month[00:00:07] this August, we want to share how this[00:00:09] vital program is evolving to meet the[00:00:12] needs of modern families. At Kern County[00:00:15] Child Support Services, we are dedicated[00:00:17] to helping ensure that children receive[00:00:19] the financial
- [Child Support Awareness Month August 2025](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/08/01/child-support-awareness-month-august-2025/) - Our director Toni Kendrick received an official Proclamation from the Board of Supervisors recognizing August 2025 as Child Support Awareness Month in Kern County. Our department was acknowledged for taking meaningful steps to remove barriers, improve access and deliver services in a way that is more efficient, equitable and responsive to the needs of our
- [Video Transcript: 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair | Kern County Child Support Services](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-16th-annual-ready-set-back-2-school-health-wellness-fair-kern-county-child-support-services/) - [00:00:00] Kern County Child Support Services[00:00:02] hosted our 16th annual Ready Set Back to[00:00:04] School Health and Wellness Fair, an[00:00:06] event that brings our community together[00:00:08] to support local families. Every August,[00:00:11] we celebrate Child Support Awareness[00:00:12] Month by giving back to our community[00:00:14] and ensuring kids can go back to school[00:00:16] with the essentials
- [Video Transcript: Child Support Quick Tip | Debt Reduction Program](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-child-support-quick-tip-debt-reduction-program/) - [00:00:00] I will never pay off what I owe the[00:00:01] state. If you're struggling with or[00:00:03] can't afford to pay the past due child[00:00:05] support you owe to the state, you may be[00:00:08] eligible for an agreement with your[00:00:10] child support agency and pay a fraction[00:00:12] of what you owe through the debt[00:00:14] reduction program.
- [Video Transcript: What is Customer Connect and can I get a history of all the payments made there?](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-what-is-customer-connect-and-can-i-get-a-history-of-all-the-payments-made-there/) - [00:00:07] Customer Connect is California Child Support’s self-service platform that gives users 24-7[00:00:12] access to information about their case. The secure site allows you to contact your caseworker,[00:00:17] receive reminders and updates, see your payment history and other information,[00:00:22] as well as update your contact information and change your log-in credentials. Watch the[00:00:28] video tutorial
- [Video Transcript: Child Support Awareness Month | August 2025 | Kern County Child Support Services](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-child-support-awareness-month-august-2025-kern-county-child-support-services/) - [00:00:00] Families today look different and so[00:00:02] does the child support program. As we[00:00:05] celebrate child support awareness month[00:00:07] this August, we want to share how this[00:00:09] vital program is evolving to meet the[00:00:12] needs of modern families. At Kern County[00:00:15] Child Support Services, we are dedicated[00:00:17] to helping ensure that children receive[00:00:19] the financial
- [Video Transcript: Kern County Child Support Services | Our Values](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-kern-county-child-support-services-our-values/) - [00:00:02] It's been said that children are the[00:00:04] future. But what kind of future will it[00:00:07] be? To ensure the children of Kern[00:00:09] County have a bright, healthy, and happy[00:00:11] future, they need a strong foundation.[00:00:14] Kern County Child Support Services can[00:00:17] help give them that foundation. Our goal[00:00:19] is to help families create a
- [Video Transcript: Now Hiring Child Support Attorneys!](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/02/09/video-transcript-now-hiring-child-support-attorneys/) - [00:00:00] [Music][00:00:00] Welcome to Kern County, California's[00:00:02] bestkept secret. Here you'll find[00:00:05] mountains, rivers, and national parks[00:00:07] right at your back door. We're just a[00:00:09] short drive from the beach, Los Angeles,[00:00:11] or the Bay Area without the stress or[00:00:14] cost of city living. Imagine hiking in[00:00:16] the Sierras on Saturday, rafting the[00:00:18] Kern River
- [Now Hiring Child Support Attorney V](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/06/12/now-hiring-child-support-attorney-v/) - Join our team as a Child Support Attorney V Overview: To perform the most difficult and responsible legal work; perform legal research; to conduct hearings; work on special projects; develop and present lectures on legal topics; handle difficult civil enforcement cases. This position will require supervising legal staff as assigned. Employment Standards: Applicants must be
- [Payment Kiosks Available in Bakersfield, Delano and Ridgecrest](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/06/19/payment-kiosks-available-in-delano-and-ridgecrest/) - Child Support Payment Kiosks are Available at all of our Branch Offices. To pay your Child Support in Cash or Check, use our Payment Kiosk at our offices: Bakersfield: 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield, 93308 Delano: 455 Lexington St. Delano, CA 93215 Ridgecrest: 400 N. China Lake Blvd. Ridgecrest, CA 93555 Payment Kiosks are available
- [Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events in Ridgecrest](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/06/23/ready-set-back-2-school-backpack-giveaway-events-in-ridgecrest/) - Our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway Events are coming to Ridgecrest on July 31, 2025! Kids in grades Kindergarten – 12th grade can receive a free backpack, school supplies, and resources! Leroy Jackson ParkRidgecrest, CaliforniaThursday July 31, 2025, 9am-11am *Child must be present with adult,* Limit of 1 backpack per child,* While
- [Enjoy Your New Backpack & Have A Great School Year!](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/08/12/enjoy-your-new-backpack-have-a-great-school-year/) - Thank you for joining us at our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair! In celebration of Child Support Awareness Month, our department fundraises to host our annual event, providing families & children free back to school giveaways & resources, plus family-fun activities! Enjoy your new backpack & have a great school
- [Our Director Toni Kendrick Receives Donation from SunTerra](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/08/28/our-director-toni-kendrick-receives-donation-from-sunterra/) - Our director Toni Kendrick received a donation on behalf of our department from Lissette Navarro at SunTerra/Project Food Box that is going toward our efforts to ensure children receive backpacks and school supplies at our annual Ready-Set Back to School events. Thank you for supporting our efforts ro help the families of our community.
- [2025 Community Partner Award Presented to KCSO](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2025/10/27/2025-community-partner-award-presented-to-kcso/) - Our director Toni Kendrick presented Kern County Sherriff's Office with our 2025 Community Partner Award. We are proud to recognize a partner whose work embodies our values through their commitment to our community. Our partnership has positively impacted families facing challenges. Together, we have created a multifaceted approach to support incarcerated parents, offering in-person workshops,
- [Free Tax Service Events at our Bakersfield Office](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/01/05/free-tax-service-events-at-our-bakersfield-office/) - Do you need to file your current or past year's income tax? Receive free tax service preparation at our Kern County Child Support Services Bakersfield office. United Way Central Eastern California and Kern VITA will be providing free tax preparation services. Visit kernvita.org to learn more and to see a list of required documents to
- [Department Fundraiser for Golden Empire Gleaners](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/2026/01/12/our-director-presents-gleaners-with-donation/) - Our director Toni Kendrick presents Golden Empire Gleaners with a donation on behalf of our department. Our team members raised funds that will go towards providing food across our community and feeding Kern County families & seniors. Thank you to Gleaners for your efforts in supporting our community and to our team members who helped make this

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- [SelfGuide](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/resources-events/self_guide/) - self help resources Child Support FAQ Child Support Overview View Child Support Case GENERAL INFORMATION How do I create a PIN & activate my new Electronic Payment CardFrom the Way2Go Website & Mobile App? First, register your account at www.goprogram.com. Then, go to Pin Management (under Services) to pin the card. Please note, both steps
- [Resources and Information](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/resources-events/resources-and-information/) - resources and events Child Support Resources and Information: Child Support Overview View Child Support Case Modify Child Support Payment Military Specific Services Calculate Child Support Child Support Forms Child Support Videos Family Law Facilitator Frequently Asked Questions Job Assistance View Child Support Case Online Debt Reduction Program California Child Support Services Empowering Fathers Closing a
- [Resources & Events](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/resources-events/) - resources and events OUR EVENTS Visit our Child Support Mobile Office Meet with Child Support Professionals, Learn About Your Case Options. No Appointment Needed. We are now accepting requests for locations that our Mobile Office can go to next to better serve our customers. Submit a Request Here Family Law Facilitator Providing Services at our
- [Contact Us](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/contact-us/) - CONTACT US Contact your Child Support Case Worker Contact your Child Support Case Worker by logging into your account. Login to Customer Connect Visit our Bakersfield Office 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield, CA Schedule an Appointment - Bakersfield Visit our Delano Office 455 Lexington St. Delano, CA Schedule an Appointment - Delano Visit our Ridgecrest
- [Mobile Office](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/mobile-office/) - Visit the Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office Email our Mobile Office Team Here Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office is on the move, and on the way to you! We are now going to more locations than before! We're looking to go where you need us to be. Send us YOUR requests
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- [Payments](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/payments/) - PAYMENTS Child Support payments communicate that you want to provide a better life for your child and ensure their needs are met. Child Support payments are due on the first of every month. Due to mailing and processing time, payments must be submitted by the 20th each month. A past due balance is subject to
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- [Paying Child Support](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/paying-child-support/) - Paying Child Support Payment Options Credit Card Online: Use the State Disbursement Unit payment portal Select "Parent Paying Support" and follow the prompts to pay with Mastercard, Discover card, or Visa Credit and debit cards processed online will charge a 1.9% service fee on every transaction, paid to the card processor You can also make credit
- [Establish Parentage](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/establish-parentage/) - Establish Parentage What is Parentage Parentage is the recognition of a parent's legal relationship to a child. In California a "marital presumption" applies: In most cases, a child born into a marriage, or spouses who lived together at the time of conception and birth, is legally a child of the marriage What is POP POP
- [Customer Connect](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/customer-connect/) - CUSTOMER CONNECT What is Customer Connect California Child Support's self-service platform provides access to view Child Support case details, payment history, receive reminders, request documents, provide updates to other parent's profile, update contact information, and message the case manager. View Your Child Support Case Parents have access to view their Child Support case by registering
- [Child Support Overview](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/child-support-overview/) - Child Support Overview What is Child Support? Child support is the ongoing contribution of money to help pay for the living and medical expenses of a child or children until they are adults. The amount that must be paid is set by a court and is called the child support order. Under federal and state
- [Change a Child Support Amount](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/change-a-child-support-amount/) - Change a Child Support Amount A child support amount can be changed if there has been a change in finances or circumstances for you or the other parent that qualifies. This is called a "modification." Overview: Either parent (or a guardian) can request a "review and adjustment" from the agency handling their case To request a
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- [Calculate Child Support](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/calculate-child-support/) - Calculate Child Support The California Child Support Guideline Calculator is based on the same legal guidelines used in California courts, and can be used to estimate the amount of child support that may be ordered in your case. This calculator provides only an estimate and is not a guarantee of the amount of support that
- [Services](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/services/) - SERVICES We help parents navigate the Child Support process every step of the way to create the best outcome for families. Our services include establishing parentage and Child Support orders, enforcing and modifying orders, and enrollment. Child Support Overview Enroll Into Child Support Services Either parent, or a legal guardian, can enroll for support whether
- [About Us](https://kerncountychildsupportservices.com/about-us/) - ABOUT US At Kern County Child Support Services, our core purpose is to help families create a better life for children. Every action we take is guided by our Mission and Values and is reflected in how we work with families, our team members, and our partners. » View Video Transcript As a public service
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