Child Welfare and Foster Care
Across the nation, LGBTQ+ youth are dramatically overrepresented in the foster care system. Research estimates that 20–34% of youth in foster care identify as LGBTQ+, compared to just 10% of…
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The journey for children and youth in foster care is often marked by significant challenges, and their educational experiences are no exception. Across the United States, including in California, the…
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As many AFS staff members will readily tell you, the child welfare system today is rife with misconceptions. Let’s dive into what the child welfare system looks like in the…
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At Alternative Family Services (AFS), our mission is to help children, youth, and families heal, grow, and thrive. One innovative tool supporting that mission is Integrated Listening Systems (ILS)—a therapeutic,…
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At Alternative Family Services (AFS), we believe healing begins with connection. When children are surrounded by empathy, structure, and unwavering support, even the deepest wounds can begin to mend. That’s…
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The journey toward rehabilitation for justice-involved youth and adults is complex, but Thinking for Change (T4C) offers a transformative approach that focuses on cognitive restructuring, social skills training, and problem-solving…
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