The county placement agencies use licensed private Foster Family Agencies (FFAs) for the placement of children who require more intensive care as an alternative to congregate care. By statute, FFAs are organized and operated on a non-profit basis and are engaged in the following activities: recruiting, approving, and training foster parents, providing professional support to foster parents, and finding homes or other temporary or permanent placements for children who require more intensive care.
Foster Family Agencies used in Nevada County include:
EA Family Services
EA Family Services takes an innovative approach in working with families, children and placement agencies. They blend Systems Theory and behavioral management practices into a relationship-centered treatment environment. Placement services include family recruitment, matching of children with families, transportation, and foster parent training.
Stanford Sierra Youth & Families
Stanford Sierra Youth & Families is a private, non-profit agency that focuses on finding and nurturing permanent homes for children. Placement services include family recruitment, matching of children with families, home study preparation, adoption services, and foster parent training classes.