Hope grows here…
Family Alternatives is a trauma infused, youth driven agency that embraces the collaboration between youth and their supports in caring foster homes. Founded in 1978 by foster parents, Family Alternatives emerged to enhance relationships, advocate for services and support the development of youth in the foster care system.
Family Alternatives supports youth in their development by providing nurturing family environments. Through guidance, nurturing and mentorship, Family Alternatives strives to create and develop relationships with children, which extend beyond foster care.

Fostering families
Fostering youth
Fostering communities


"I keep doing it because, as much as when the kids are with me, you don’t feel like you’re making a difference, but . . . when they leave and you see, like my kids that are adults and have children of their own. I am so proud of them."

– Family Alternatives Foster Parent of 7 Years