I first met a young client, Charlie*, and his mother Annie*, in December 2023 at The Gathering Place (TGP). They were hesitant, quiet, and burdened heavily when they arrived. In those early weeks, the tension…
Kayla* always had a passion for music. Growing up in foster care, she found solace in the melodies and rhythms that allowed her to escape the challenges of her reality. However, her love for music…
Meet the Howard* family, a shining example of resilience and compassion. Recently, the Howards welcomed three siblings into their home: Mia, a newborn; Ethan, a spirited 8-year-old; and Lucas, a bright 13-year-old. These children were…
Struggles and setbacks marked David’s* high school journey. As a foster youth, he faced many academic and personal challenges. David was failing multiple classes and frequently found himself in conflicts with his peers, leading to…
Jessica’s* journey through the foster care system was filled with challenges, but her determination to succeed never wavered. As she approached her transition age, she faced the daunting prospect of aging out of the system…
Gloria Gutierrez, MA, Program Director – Sacramento/San Joaquin, is one of our fantastic staff members. In this interview, we’ll get to know Gloria and her work at AFS. What are your main responsibilities at AFS?…
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