ACS: Adaptive Community Solutions
Who We Are: Adaptive Community Solutions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families navigating the challenges of an unjust and often overwhelming system. Our mission is to provide holistic support, practical resources, and educational opportunities to help our community members reclaim their power, find balance, and thrive in the face of adversity.
ABOUT US
What We Do:
Our services are designed to address the unique challenges faced by families and individuals, particularly those caught in the abusive family court system or struggling with linguistic, cultural, and systemic barriers. Here’s how we make a difference:
1. Support Network and Educational Resources
We provide a safe, supportive community for individuals navigating the complexities of family court and other systemic injustices. Connect with others who share similar experiences, share resources, and build lasting support networks.
- Online Support Groups
- Local In-Person Support Groups
2. Family Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services
Our trained mediators help families find peaceful solutions to conflicts, minimizing the need for prolonged legal battles. We offer:
- Convenient Online Mediation: Tailored to your unique situation, we aim to make authentic mediation accessible to everyone. The cost of our mediation depends on the income of the parties, case status, and other factors. (Please see our Monterey County Special.)
- Mediator Training and Marital Settlement Agreement Workshops: Gain practical tools to navigate disputes with compassion and clarity.
3. Stress Management and Wellness Programs
Navigating high-stress situations can take a toll on your mental and physical health as well as that of your family. Our wellness programs are designed to help parents and children build resilience, including:
- Healing Techniques: Instruction in techniques for self and family.
- Meditation Classes: Reduce anxiety and depression while improving focus.
- Group Exercise Programs: Promote stress management, health, and well-being.
- Integrative Wellness Planning: Guidance on combining physical and mental health practices for lasting well-being.
4. ESL Lessons and Cultural Support
We understand that linguistic and cultural barriers can make navigating legal and social systems even more challenging. Our language programs include:
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Lessons: For non-native speakers, offered online and in-person.
- Cultural Competency Workshops: Insights to help individuals bridge cultural gaps, understand important social concepts, forms, and documents, communicate effectively, and advocate for themselves.
"The current system often encourages dishonesty and adversity in family matters, while frequently aiming to separate children from their parents and from much needed spiritual resources."
David Norman, Founder
Why us
ACS is dedicated to ensuring that you get personal attention and top-quality service for all of your concerns. We care about you, your family, and your rights.
Free consultation
We know it can be difficult and expensive searching for the right resources to mediate your divorce or other matter. That's why we offer prospective clients a free consultation. This means that both parties will receive a separate consultation, so that they can both make an independent, informed choice to engage in ACS mediation.
“ACS transcends the current mediation model of the legal and psychological service industries. We are returning the power over your own lives and families to you, where it belongs."
David Norman, President, Mediator