Alternative Family Services provides thoughtful, informed foster care, adoption, and mental health services throughout Northern California.

Since 1978, the AFS mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability, safety, and well-being in communities.

Note: The foster care industry has replaced the terms "foster parent" and "foster family" with "resource parent" and "resource family."

Resource Homes Needed

Teens & Siblings

AFS is in need for caring, stable, and loving homes for teens and siblings. If you or someone you know can help a teen or sibling group please inquire online or contact:

(800) 300-1022
rfarecruitment@afs4kids.org
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Foster Learning

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AFS Impact Report

FY '24-'25

AFS FY'24-'25 Impact Report

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A Word From AFS

Milestone Moment: Finding a New Way to Connect

When 10-year-old KJ* entered AFS’s E-ISFC program in January 2026, he was having difficulty managing…

Understanding Enhanced Intensive Services Foster Care (E-ISFC)

Family-based care can offer children and youth consistency, connection, and the everyday experience of belonging…

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