Programs
AFC provides dedicated support for the unique attachment and trauma challenges foster and adoptive families may encounter. While we specialize in services for adoptive and foster families, we are happy to provide services to any family who could benefit from our programs.
Camp Connect
Camp Connect
We are so excited to be working towards a Family Retreat Center.The center will offer year round classes and activities for local families and a Summer Camp program, open to families around the country! We plan to offer weekend and week long family camp experiences where parents will have training and respite time while kids learn valuable skills in communication, self regulation, and behavior management.
That's what it's all about.
“I wanted to thank you for the fun time last night! I'm so grateful there was enough room for me to do the art class with my children! It was a night that really helped us connect. I don't know what it was exactly, but they seemed better able to let down their guard and have fun with me. That doesn't happen very often. It usually turns into someone sabotaging it and creating a huge fight. Last night after we got in the car we were chatting away and laughing! We went and got ice cream and when we got home we watched a movie and laughed a lot! That doesn't happen often for us. Thank you for the peaceful place you have created and for inviting me too which allowed us that wonderful night of connecting.”
-Parent
Ready for LIfe
Ready for Life
Our 'Ready for Life' program will assist young adults who are transitioning from foster care to adult living. By providing a structured work/life environment, and through working in various areas of the camp, teens can learn valuable life skills, gain real-word job experience, receive positive training and feedback, and be prepared to live on their own. They may apply to work as a part time camp counselor at age 16, and for full time residential staff at age 18.
That's what it's all about.
“Thank you so much. We really appreciate each person at the support center and how awesome you all make us feel. Thank you for all of these opportunities!”
-Parent
"AFC is a huge support for families in Cache Valley. They are reaching out in such creative ways to meet the needs of kids and their families. Thank you for all you do!"
-Parent
-Parent
Adopt the Arts
Adopt the Arts
The arts offer unlimited opportunities for creative therapy. Our classes introduce children to a wide variety of mediums and are designed to be replicated at home for relaxation and self regulation.
Adopt the Arts classes include:
Choose a class for more information.
That's what it's all about.
“I wanted to thank you for the fun time last night! I'm so grateful there was enough room for me to do the art class with my children! It was a night that really helped us connect. I don't know what it was exactly, but they seemed better able to let down their guard and have fun with me. That doesn't happen very often. It usually turns into someone sabotaging it and creating a huge fight. Last night after we got in the car we were chatting away and laughing! We went and got ice cream and when we got home we watched a movie and laughed a lot! That doesn't happen often for us. Thank you for the peaceful place you have created and for inviting me too which allowed us that wonderful night of connecting.”
-Parent
Foster Relationships
Fostering Relationships
We believe that knowledge is power. AFC offers parent support groups and educational workshops on a myriad of topics to strengthen and empower family relationships. Each family's experience is completely unique, with its own joys and struggles.You don’t have to feel alone in this journey. However you’ve been touched by foster care or adoption, we’re here for you, providing support built on our own experiences. We also offer workshops geared toward empowering children to thrive, despite some challenges. Check out our calendar for the up to date training information.
Parent support groups
- 2nd Sat of each month at 5:30pm-in person.
- 4th Wed of each month at 7pm-virtual
Education opportunities
- TBRI® Trainings
- Parent Workshops
- Hope for the Journey Annual Conference
- Lending Library
That's what it's all about.
“I wanted to thank you for the fun time last night! I'm so grateful there was enough room for me to do the art class with my children! It was a night that really helped us connect. I don't know what it was exactly, but they seemed better able to let down their guard and have fun with me. That doesn't happen very often. It usually turns into someone sabotaging it and creating a huge fight. Last night after we got in the car we were chatting away and laughing! We went and got ice cream and when we got home we watched a movie and laughed a lot! That doesn't happen often for us. Thank you for the peaceful place you have created and for inviting me too which allowed us that wonderful night of connecting.”
-Parent
Discovery Days
Discovery Days
Play time can be a valuable learning experience for kids of all ages. We offer a variety of fun activities to help children build relationships and interpersonal skills with their peers.
- Yoga
- Equine therapy
- Park days
- Fishing
- Rock climbing
- Rock collecting
- Wood working
- Animal days
- Cooking
That's what it's all about.
“I wanted to thank you for the fun time last night! I'm so grateful there was enough room for me to do the art class with my children! It was a night that really helped us connect. I don't know what it was exactly, but they seemed better able to let down their guard and have fun with me. That doesn't happen very often. It usually turns into someone sabotaging it and creating a huge fight. Last night after we got in the car we were chatting away and laughing! We went and got ice cream and when we got home we watched a movie and laughed a lot! That doesn't happen often for us. Thank you for the peaceful place you have created and for inviting me too which allowed us that wonderful night of connecting.”