Child Welfare and Foster Care
Alternative Family Resources (AFS) is now part of the California Family Resource Association (CFRA), as part of our wider goal and aspiration to be a full-service Family Resource Center. In…
In the realm of family welfare and human services, the challenges children, teens and families face are profound. Child welfare agencies, like Alternative Family Services (AFS), are committed to improving…
Are you curious about the distinction between kinship placement and traditional foster care? Both play vital roles in the child welfare system but differ in several key aspects. Let’s explore…
In 2023, AFS rolled out a new program known as Enhanced Care Management (ECM). For a more detailed look at this new and innovative program, we recently sat down with…
Are you driven by a desire to make a significant difference in the lives of children facing unique challenges? Join our Enhanced Intensive Services Foster Care (E-ISFC) program and become…
We are excited to share the news that AFS will soon launch a major initiative in San Mateo County, focusing on providing Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) services. This groundbreaking program…