South of Market
Family Resource Center

(SOMA FRC)

790 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Located inside SOMACC’s main facility in between the Yerba Buena Gardens Bowling Alley and the Children's Creativity Museum. The entrance is next to the bowling alley.

SOMA FRC Program

The South of Market Family Resource Center (SOMA FRC) provides comprehensive multilingual support services to families with children ages 0–17 years who live in the South of Market (SOMA) neighborhood of San Francisco. Our goal is to strengthen families and the community by offering parenting education and support, and access to resources and opportunities. 

All families living in San Francisco are welcome to attend our programs and receive our services free of charge.

Services are provided at our main FRC location (790 Folsom) and at our satellite sites at the Bill Sorro Community (1009 Howard Street) and Natalie Gubb Commons (255 Fremont/280 Beale), as well as other locations in the community that are convenient for families. All FRC activities include meals and child care.

For more information on any of our programs, please contact us at 415.820.3508. You can also follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on upcoming events.

External service providers can complete the referral form below in order to refer individuals or families to our programs.

Services

  • Expressive Arts

    This series offers creative art projects for caregivers and children to complete together. All ages are welcome.

    Parent-Child Playgroup (Play, Learn, Grow)

    An interactive playgroup for children 0-2 years old and their caregivers to bond and meet other families through music, singing, and play.

    Infant Massage

    A 5-week series designed to teach caregivers the basics of infant massage. Participants will learn and practice strokes to bond with and soothe their infants.

  • Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)

    A 12-week, evidence-based parenting class for parents of children 2-12. Learn the power of positive parenting! Group and individual sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

    Partners in Parenting Education (PIPE)

    An interactive 8-week course on child development, attachment, and early learning for caregivers of children 0-2 years and their children to learn together through music, movement, and semi-structured activities.

  • Charla (“Chat”)

    Support group for Spanish-speaking families to connect and share resources with one another.

    Expressive Arts Parent Group

    Support group for caregivers to come together and create a community of support while creating art.

    Healthy Relationships Parent Support Group

    Weekly support group for survivors of domestic violence to share resources with one another and discuss healthy communication and self care.

  • Food Bank, Diaper Bank, and Children’s Clothing Closet

    All families connected with our center are eligible to access our dry goods food pantry, clothing closet for children 0-5 years old, and diaper bank on a monthly basis.

    Food Pantry

    Quarterly fresh produce food pantry open to community families.

  • School Readiness Workshops

    Provided in partnership with Parents for Public Schools and the San Francisco Unified School District, these workshops focus on navigating the school enrollment process and preparing children for kindergarten.

    Prenatal Wellness Workshops

    Monthly workshop series for expectant parents and parents of infants, offering topics including Infant CPR and First Aid, Emergency Preparedness, and Infant/Toddler Oral Health.

    Health and Wellness Workshops

    Sessions focus on health and wellness for families with young children (including oral health, nutrition, and physical education).

  • Case Management

    Partner with a case manager to set and achieve goals for you and your family (offered in English and Spanish)

    Family Advocacy

    Partner with one of our staff to set and achieve goals for your family (offered in English and Spanish)

    Enhanced Information & Referral

    Connect with a staff member for referrals to housing assistance programs, family therapy, child care programs, and all your family’s needs.

    • Family and Community Events

    • Drop in play area and children’s library

    • Health and developmental support for young children and their parents and/or caregivers using the Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE).


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Contact Us

790 Folsom Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
(Entrance is located between the Yerba Buena Gardens Bowling Center & the Children’s Creativity Museum)

Hours
Monday–Friday
9am-5pm
(Evenings & weekends by appointment)

Director
Liz Kirby

Phone
415.820.3508

Email
liz@somacc.org