There are so many children in our community in need of a loving and nurturing environment. Among those children are the ones who need extra services and support; these are the children Advanced Foster Care (AFC) serves. AFC provides an enriched, stable and loving environment to support children with higher needs. This is achieved by providing caregivers with the support and additional resources they need to be successful in caring for these children. Every time a child in foster care has a placement disrupted, it creates additional trauma. By providing additional resources, AFC works towards sustainable placements that are best for the child.

AFC Goals

Goals for AFC Caregivers:

• Receive clinical support
• Receive trauma informed training and effective behavior management strategies

Goals for AFC Children:

• Improve placement stability
• Ensure that behavioral health needs are met with appropriate services

AFC Resources

The AFC program is dedicated to ensuring that both children and caregivers are given the tools and resources needed for a successful placement. This includes:

• Specialized training: “Trust-Based Relational Intervention”
• Weekly in-home coaching with a clinician
• Care coordination and collaboration with the child, family, and team
• Respite services

Who AFC Serves

AFC serves children who require extra care and support:

• Those with trauma reactivity
• Those with emotional or behavioral challenges
• Those in need of placement stability
• Those between the ages of 5-17*

* Exceptions can be made for those under the age of five in certain cases

AFC Expectations

• Must already be a licensed caregiver with Clark County Family Services (CCFS)
• Specialized annual training
• Collaborate and coordinate with service providers to ensure the best possible care
• Able to transport to medical care appointments

Become a Foster Parent

Children and youth need caring adults who can offer stability, encouragement, and hope during challenging times. If you're interested in becoming a foster parent, we’d love to connect with you. Once you reach out to us, a member of our team will follow up to guide you through the foster care licensing process and answer any questions you may have.

Open Your Heart. Change a Life.

Contact Us:

Phone: 702-455-0181

Email: fosterclarkcounty@clarkcountynv.gov