Emergency shelter and crisis childcare for young children open 24/7. Mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing supportive services to families. BACN's ultimate goal is that all children are safe, healthy, and thrive both emotionally and physica The Bay Area Crisis Nursery (BACN), established in 1981, is the only residential crisis nursery in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. BACN was established to help prevent child abuse and neglect by providing supportive services to families. Our primary service is providing a warm, loving, homelike environment for children from birth through 5 years of age by offering 24-hour residential care. Our services are free, confidential, and voluntary. The Nursery is a magical place for children and families!