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.
Family Law Facilitator Providing Services at our Bakersfield Office
The Family Law Facilitator will be available at our Bakersfield office, 3701 N. Sillect Ave, to assist with legal forms related to child and spousal support as well as provide general procedural information.
Next Dates:
August 13, 2026
August 27, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm
*First come, first served.
For more information, contact the Family Law Facilitator offices at: wmfacil@kern.courts.ca.gov
RESOURCES
Child Support Services Available at Kern County Family Justice Centers
Did you know that Kern County Child Support Services is an on-site partner at the Kern County Family Justice Center? Our partnership provides a private space in their centers allowing our team to available to help parents who have questions about the child support process, want to open a case, or need to speak with a representative about their existing case.
Spanish-speaking teams are available, and we also offer a language line to ensure everyone gets the help they need. Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Let us help you navigate the process and get the support your family deserves.
Kern County Family Resource Centers
Resource Centers are a one stop shop for families and community members needing any of the following services: Case Management Development for Children Ages 0-5, Court Mandated Classes, School Readiness, VITA Free Tax Prep, Transportation Assistance, Support Groups, Utilities/Water Assistance, Emergency Food, DMV Vouchers, Baby Supplies, Foster Youth Services, Local Resource Referrals, and More.
17th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 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 helped over 40,000 families receive a free backpack with school supplies.
Families are invited to join us at our free, family-friendly community event!
Kids in Kindergarten-12th grade received a free backpack, school supplies & more!
Thank you to our community partners and vendors who showed up to help make this day special for the families in Kern County.
In Partnership With: Kern County Bar Association, and Kern County Museum and 23 ABC News.
The Fatherhood Initiative
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 counts.
Take the survey today and share it with other fathers in your life.
