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About Us

 

To create an environment that provides residents with a setting that offers each person the opportunity for healing and socialization.

Our History

Changing Faces was founded in 1997 by Adrian Cooks (Founder/Administrator) and Neal LeMaire ( Board Advisor) . The agency was established with a clear mission: to enrich the lives of youth by focusing on transitional programs, substance abuse treatment, and long-term stability.

The founders envisioned a family-based environment—structured, secure, and nurturing—designed to equip each resident with the tools they need for success upon graduation. Importantly, Changing Faces remains a supportive resource for alumni, whenever they may need it.

In June 2006, Changing Faces expanded its impact by assuming operations of Agape Homes, integrating its philosophy and structure into Agape’s programming. In 2021, when group homes transitioned to STRTP (Short-Term Residential Treatment Programs), we expanded our services to provide all our youth with the desired treatment and support they need within our program.

What We Do

Changing Faces is committed to providing and coordinating a comprehensive, community-based, and family-focused menu of treatment services for children and families. Our strengths-based approach includes:

  • Group Therapy

  • Individual Therapy

  • Family Therapy

  • Family Reunification

  • Services for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC)

  • Parent Support

  • Goal Setting

  • Life Skills Training

  • Transitional Planning

  • Independent Living Skills

  • Emancipation Preparation

  • GED Support

  • Vocational Guidance & Support

  • Drug & Alcohol Education

  • Equine Therapy (through local Indian Partnership Program)

  • HRPP and ILP Groups

  • Non-Minor Dependent Program (AB 12 Housing Support)

Facility Information

Licensing & Accreditation:

  • Changing Faces License #: 425800981

  • Agape Homes License #: 428209702

  • Rate Classification: Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP)

  • Medical Certification: Approved through July 2026

  • Accreditation: Council on Accreditation (COA), valid through 2026

Client Demographics:

  • Gender Served: Female-identified youth

  • Age Range: 12–18 years

  • Capacity:

    • Changing Faces: 8 residents

    • Agape Homes: 6 residents

Funding & Oversight:

  • AFDC

  • California Department of Social Services

  • Community Care Licensing

Locations:

  • Changing Faces: Orcutt, CA

  • Agape Group Homes: Orcutt, CA