California Foster Families, Inc, is a private, non-profit, state licensed treatment foster care program. The goal of California Foster Families, Inc. is to provide a stable placement alternative to institutional congregate care for emotionally disturbed children who can benefit from a family-based treatment program with enriched support services. The agency's focus is to provide effective therapeutic intervention in a cost-efficient manner within the optimal environment for change. California Foster Families, Inc. is proactive in preparing children for reunification with their families when possible, or to provide long-term placement alternatives. The foster parents are the primary treatment givers. Treatment is for the most part strength based and behaviorally oriented. Placements in the specialized foster care program combines the desirable features of a long term foster home placement with intensive counseling, case management, education, and support services.