A New Beginning
Foster Family Agency
STATE LICENSED FOSTER CARE AGENCY
A New Beginning
For Every Child
Compassionate, professional foster care services serving the High Desert community since 2005.
BY THE NUMBERS
2005
Year Founded
Hesperia, CA
High Desert Community
Birth–21
Ages Served
WIC §300
State Licensed & Certified
24/7
Support Available
OUR STORY
A Community Built
on Hope & Healing
Founded in February 2005, A New Beginning Foster Family Agency (ANBFFA) was established to serve court-adjudicated dependent children in the High Desert region of California.
"We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can heal, grow, and thrive — regardless of their past."
Our agency operates under California Welfare and Institution Code Section 300, providing temporary care and comprehensive services to children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
Our Mission
To provide compassionate, professional foster care services that rebuild the lives of children and youth in our community.
Child-Centered
Trauma-Informed
Community-Driven
20+
Years of
Service
THE MOVEMENT
What Foster Care Is — And Why It Matters
WHAT IS FOSTER CARE
A system built to protect children — not define them.
Foster care is a temporary, state-supervised living arrangement for children who cannot safely remain with their birth families due to abuse, neglect, or parental incapacity. It is not a permanent solution — it is a bridge toward safety, stability, and belonging.
In California alone, over 60,000 children are in the system on any given day. Nationally, more than 400,000 children await safe, nurturing placements — ranging from newborns to young adults.
400K+
In US foster care
60K+
In California
23
Age out of care
WHY WE EXIST
The system alone is not enough.
ANBFFA was established to fill the critical gap between children in crisis and the permanent, loving families they deserve. We recruit, train, license, and support resource families while advocating for every child in our care — because we believe no child should experience childhood without someone fighting for them.
"Every child family is our priority and no more important than the other."
— ANBFFA Mission Statement
WHO BELONGS HERE
Foster Care Is for Everyone
You do not need to be a traditional family. Foster care welcomes all who carry the capacity to love, support, and advocate for a child.
Families
Married or partnered couples
Two-parent households provide the relational foundation foster children need most — consistency, shared responsibility, and a model of healthy partnership.
Joint licensing for couples
Blended family placements
Sibling group priorities
Single Individuals
One person, limitless impact
Single adults with stable housing and a strong support network are among the most dedicated caregivers in the system. Your individual commitment is exactly what many children need.
Single-applicant licensing
Support group networks
Flexible placement options
LGBTQ+ Individuals & Couples
All families are welcome here
California law prohibits discrimination in licensing based on sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ+ caregivers offer affirming, inclusive homes especially vital for LGBTQ+ youth in foster care.
Full equal licensing rights
LGBTQ+-affirming placements
Inclusive training environment
Retirees
Experience is your greatest asset
Retirement brings time, patience, stability, and life wisdom — everything foster children need. Retirees provide consistent routines and undivided attention that working caregivers often cannot.
Fixed-income support programs
Respite care available
Mentorship-focused placements
WHAT WE DO
Our Agency
Programs & Services
Comprehensive support designed to meet every child and family's unique needs.
Quality Parenting Initiative (QPI)
QPI is a national movement that redefines the role of a foster parent. Instead of being a "temporary replacement," our foster parents act as a mentor and support system for the biological family.
Learn more →
Community-Based Family Support & Skill Building
To achieve reunification, biological parents must complete court-ordered requirements. In the High Desert, these evidence-based programs are outsourced to community partners so families can finish court plans while staying active and present in their children's lives.
Learn more →
On Call Staff
Our highly trained office team provides dedicated oversight of resource family homes, facilitates supervised visitation with biological families, and ensures every child's needs are consistently met.
Meet our team →
"Bridging" & Kinship
Modern child welfare models emphasize shared caregiving, encouraging foster families to act as mentors and partners to birth parents.
Learn more →
Supervised Visitation & Shared Parenting Hubs
Rather than just "monitoring" visits, caseworkers and regional providers use coached visitation models. Foster parents in the High Desert often participate in drop-off and pick-up transitions to actively share updates, school reports, and photos with birth parents — reducing the child's anxiety during the reunification transition.
Learn more →
Behavioral Health Services
We offer trauma-informed therapeutic services, anger management classes, and mental wellness support — connecting children and families with professional community providers as needed.
Learn more →
GETTING STARTED
How to Become a
Resource Parent
Joining our community of resource families is a meaningful journey. Here's how to get started.
1
Reach Out
Contact our office by phone, email, or through our website. We'll answer your questions and invite you to learn more.
2
Attend Orientation
Join our Resource Parent 101 program to learn about what it means to be a resource parent and the support we provide.
3
Complete Licensing
We guide you through background checks, home study, health screenings, and all required training at no cost to you.
4
Welcome a Child
Once approved, we work with you to make a thoughtful placement match that fits your family and meets the child's needs.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Connecting With
Our Community
From our founding in 2005 to our annual family events, ANBFFA brings together foster families, community partners, and supporters.
Founding Event
Grand Opening Ceremony
February 2005 · Hesperia, CA
ANBFFA's ribbon cutting ceremony with Dr. Suzette Mohammed (CEO) and county officials marked the agency's founding dedication to serving foster children.
Annual Event
Christmas Movie Night
December 7th · 4–7 PM
Families enjoyed skating at Skate Riot, a holiday movie with Santa, raffle prizes, snacks, and photos at Living Hope Church, 9280 Maple Ave., Hesperia.
Community Partner
Community Family Outreach
Ongoing · High Desert Region
ANBFFA partners with Living Hope Church, Skate Riot, Amazon, and local organizations year-round to host resource fairs, family bonding nights, and youth enrichment events.
OUR PARTNERS
Living Hope Church
Event Venue Partner
Hosts our annual Christmas Movie Night and family gatherings at 9280 Maple Ave., Hesperia.
Skate Riot
Community Partner
Donated family skating sessions for ANBFFA foster youth and resource parents during holiday events.
Amazon Supporters
Gift & Resource Donors
Community members and Amazon supporters provide gifts, supplies, and resource donations.
VOICES OF OUR COMMUNITY
The Impact We
Make Together
Every child, every family, and every placement is a story worth telling.
"
ANBFFA was there for us every step of the way. They provided incredible support and made our family feel prepared and valued.
Resource Parent, Hesperia CA
Foster Family since 2018
"
The support we received for our teen foster child was exceptional. The social workers truly cared and were always available.
Resource Parent, Apple Valley CA
Foster Family since 2020
"
I aged out of foster care and ANBFFA continued to support me. They helped me get into college and build a stable future.
Former Foster Youth
Now a College Student
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Could You Be a
Resource Parent?
Resource parents provide temporary, loving homes for children who need care. You don't need to be perfect — just committed and caring.
Basic Requirements:
✓
Be at least 18 years of age and a California resident
✓
Have a stable home with adequate space for a child
✓
Complete background checks and health screenings
✓
Complete required pre-licensing training (we provide this)
✓
Demonstrate emotional stability and commitment to children
GET IN TOUCH
We're Here to Help
Have questions? Ready to get started? Our team is available Monday–Friday 9am–5pm and 24/7 for emergencies.
Office Location
15729 Main Street, Hesperia, CA 92345
Phone
(760) 244-8337
Fax
(760) 244-8099
anbffa@gmail.com
Office Hours
Mon–Thur: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
24/7 Emergency Line Available
ANBFFA
A New Beginning Foster Family Agency
Serving San Bernardino County since 2005.
Licensed by the State of California.
SERVICES
Home
Behavioral Health
Foster Resources
Contact Us
CONTACT
15729 Main Street
Hesperia, CA 92345
anbffa@gmail.com
© 2025 A New Beginning Foster Family Agency. All rights reserved.
2005
Year Founded
Hesperia, CA
High Desert Community
Birth–21
Ages Served
WIC §300
State Licensed & Certified
24/7
Support Available
Our SERVICES
A Community Built on
Hope & Healing
Founded in February 2005, A New Beginning Foster Family Agency (ANBFFA) was established to serve court-adjudicated dependent children in the High Desert region of California.
"We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can heal, grow, and thrive, regardless of their past." -ANBFFA
Our agency operates under California Welfare and Institution Code Section 300, providing temporary care and comprehensive services to children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment. We specialize in supporting teens and teen parents navigating the foster care system, offering individualized treatment plans that address each child's educational, emotional, and physical needs.
Our Mission
To provide compassionate, professional foster care services that rebuild the lives of families and youth under our umbrella. We partner with resource homes, social workers, and community organizations to create lasting change in the lives of those we serve.
Child-Centered
Trauma-Informed
Community-Driven
20+
Years of
Making a Difference
What Foster Care Is & Why It Matters
THE MOVEMENT
A system built to protect children, not define them.
Foster care is a temporary living arrangement provided by the state for children who cannot safely remain with their birth families due to abuse, neglect, abandonment, or parental incapacity. It is not a permanent solution — it is a bridge. A structured, supervised system designed to protect children while their families work toward reunification, or while a permanent placement is secured through adoption or guardianship.
In California alone, over 60,000 children are in the foster care system on any given day. Nationally, more than 400,000 children await safe, stable, nurturing placements. These children range in age from newborns to young adults, come from every background, and carry stories that deserve to be heard — not silenced.
400K+
Children in US foster care
60K+
In California alone
23
Average age out of care
WHY WE EXIST
A New Beginning was founded because the system alone is not enough.
ANBFFA was established to fill the critical gap between children in crisis and the permanent, loving families they deserve. We are a licensed foster family agency in California operating with a singular conviction: every child, regardless of age, background, or history, deserves a safe and stable home.
We recruit, train, license, and support resource families — while simultaneously advocating for the children placed in their care. We do not stand on the sidelines of this crisis. We are embedded in it, every day, because we believe no child should experience childhood without someone fighting for them.
"Every child family is our priority and no more important than the other."
— ANBFFA Mission Statement
YOU BELONG HERE
Foster Care Is for Everyone
You do not need to be a traditional family to change a child's life. Foster care welcomes all who meet the state requirements and carry the capacity to love, support, and advocate for a child.
Families
Married or partnered couples
Two-parent households bring complementary strengths to foster care. Whether your children are grown or still at home, your family structure provides the relational foundation that foster children need most consistency, modeling, and love.
Joint licensing for couples
Blended family placements
Sibling group priorities
Single Individuals
One person, limitless impact
You do not need a partner to be a resource parent. Single adults with stable housing, steady income, and a support network are among the most dedicated foster caregivers in the system. Your individual commitment is exactly what many children need.
Single-applicant licensing
Support group networks
Flexible placement options
LGBTQ+ Individuals & Couples
All families are welcome here
California law explicitly prohibits discrimination in foster care licensing based on sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ+ caregivers bring affirming, inclusive homes that are especially vital for the disproportionate number of LGBTQ+ youth in foster care.
Full equal licensing rights
LGBTQ+-affirming placement matches
Safe, inclusive training environment
Retirees
Experience is your greatest asset
Retirement brings what many foster children desperately need time, patience, stability, and life wisdom. Retirees offer consistent routines and undivided attention that working caregivers often struggle to provide. Your chapter of giving is just beginning.
Fixed-income support programs
Respite care options available
Mentorship-focused placements
Our Agency Programs & Services
Comprehensive support designed to meet every family where they are and help them reach their new goals.
Quality Parenting Initiative (QPI)
QPI is a national movement that redefines the role of a foster parent. Instead of being a "temporary replacement," our foster parents act as a mentor and support system for the biological family.
Community-Based Family Support & Skill Building
To achieve reunification, biological parents must complete specific court ordered requirements. In the High Desert, these evidence-based programs are outsourced to community partners so families can finish court plans while still active and present in their children's life.
On Call Staff
Our highly trained office team provide dedicated oversight of resource family homes, facilitate supervised visitation with biological families, and ensure every child's needs are consistently met.
Meet our team →
“Bridging" & Kinship
Modern child welfare models emphasize shared caregiving, encouraging foster families to act as mentors and partners to birth parents.
Supervised Visitation & Shared Parenting Hubs
Rather than just "monitoring" visits, caseworkers and regional providers use coached visitation models. Foster parents in the High Desert are frequently asked to participate in the drop-off and pick-up transitions to actively share updates, school reports, and photos with the birth parents, reducing the child's anxiety during the reunification transition.
Behavioral Health Services
We offer trauma-informed therapeutic services, anger management classes, and mental wellness support — connecting children and families with professional community providers as needed.
Learn more →
Getting Started
How to Become a
Resource Parent
Joining our community of resource families is a meaningful and straightforward journey. Here's what to expect.
1
Reach Out
Contact our office by phone, email, or through our website. Our team will answer your questions and schedule an initial consultation.
2
Attend Orientation
Join our Resource Parent 101 program to learn about the foster care process, your role, and how we support you every step of the way.
3
Complete Licensing
We guide you through the background checks, home study, and California licensing requirements to become an approved resource family.
4
Welcome a Child
Once approved, we work with you to make a thoughtful match and provide ongoing support from our dedicated social workers throughout the placement.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Connecting With
Our Community
From our founding in 2005 to our annual family events, ANBFFA brings together foster families, community partners, and supporters to celebrate, heal, and grow together.
Grand Opening Ceremony
Founding Event
February 2005 · Hesperia, CA
A milestone moment — ANBFFA's ribbon cutting ceremony with Dr. Suzette Mohammed (CEO) and county officials marked the agency's founding dedication to serving foster children in the High Desert.
Annual Event
Christmas Movie
Night
December 7th · 4–7 PM
Families enjoyed skating at Skate Riot, a holiday movie with Santa, raffle prizes, snacks, and photos at Living Hope Church, 9280 Maple Ave., Hesperia. Special thanks to Living Hope Church, Skate Riot, and Amazon supporters.
Community Family Outreach
Community Partner
Ongoing · High Desert Region
ANBFFA partners with Living Hope Church, Skate Riot, Amazon, and local organizations year-round to host resource fairs, family bonding nights, and youth enrichment events across the High Desert community.
Living Hope Church
Event Venue Partner
Hosts our annual Christmas Movie Night and family gatherings at 9280 Maple Ave., Hesperia — providing a welcoming space for our foster families.
Skate Riot
Community Partner
Donated family skating sessions for ANBFFA foster youth and resource parents during our holiday events, bringing joy and connection to our community.
Amazon Supporters
Gift & Resource Donors
Community members and Amazon supporters provide gifts, supplies, and resource donations that make our holiday events and family outreach possible.
Voices of Our Community
The Impact We Make Together
Every child, every family, and every placement is a story of hope. Here's what our community has to say.
"
ANBFFA was there for us every step of the way. They prepared us so well for fostering — we never felt alone in the process. Their social workers genuinely care about the children and the families.
Resource Parent, Hesperia CA
New Foster Family 2026
"
The support we received for our teen foster child was incredible. The behavioral health team connected us with the right resources immediately. We felt like we had a true partner in this journey.
Resource Parent, Apple Valley CA
Foster Family since 2011
"
I aged out of foster care and ANBFFA continued to support me. They helped me find tutoring, connect with community programs, and build skills I needed as a young adult. They truly go above and beyond.
Former Foster Youth
Now a Thriving College Student
Make a Difference
Could You Be a
Resource Parent?
Resource parents (formerly called foster parents) are the heart of our work. If you have love, stability, and a desire to change a child's life — we want to hear from you.
✓
Be at least 18 years of age and a California resident
✓
Have a stable home with adequate space for a child
✓
Complete background checks and health screenings
✓
Attend our Resource Parent 101 orientation and training
✓
Complete the Resource Family Approval (RFA) process
✓
Be committed to supporting a child's educational and emotional wellbeing
Call Us to Learn More
What You'll Receive
As an ANBFFA resource parent, you're never alone. We provide comprehensive support before, during, and after every placement.
Pre-placement training
24/7 on-call support
Monthly stipend
Medical & dental coverage for child
Dedicated social worker
Ongoing training & CEUs
Respite care options
Community & agency events
Single parents welcome!
You don't need to be married or have prior foster care experience. We welcome individuals and families from all walks of life who share our commitment to children's wellbeing.
Ready to Begin?
Every Child Deserves
A New Beginning
Whether you're interested in becoming a resource parent, referring a child, or partnering with our agency — we'd love to connect with you.
Get In Touch
We're Here to Help
Have questions? Ready to get started? Our team is available to answer any questions about foster care, resource parent licensing, or our services.
Office Location
15729 Main Street
Hesperia, CA 92345
Phone
(760) 244-8337
Fax
(760) 244-8099
anbffa@gmail.com
Office Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
24/7 Emergency On-Call Support Available
A New Beginning
Foster Family Agency
Helping to rebuild the lives of children and youth through compassionate foster care services since 2005. Serving the High Desert community of California.
Contact
15729 Main Street
Hesperia, CA 92345
Fax: (760) 244-8099
anbffa@gmail.com
2026 A New Beginning Foster Family Agency. All rights reserved.
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Licensed by the State of California
Licensed Foster Family Agency · Est. 2005
Helping to
Rebuild the Lives
of
Our Children
Leading the way for Foster Care Awareness. We here at A New Beginning FFA provides safe, nurturing homes and comprehensive support for foster youth ages birth to 21 in the High Desert community to San Bernardino. County.
Become a Resource Parent
20+
Years Serving
Our Community
0–21
Ages Served
in Foster Care
100%
Dedicated to
Child Wellbeing
What We Offer
Comprehensive Support
Every child deserves a fresh start and a caring family.
Foster Care Placement
Safe, supervised, loving homes
Behavioral Health Services
Therapeutic & mental wellness support
Resource Parent Training
Comprehensive preparation & ongoing support
Social Worker Oversight
Dedicated case management & supervision
Safe & Loving Homes
Licensed Agency
California WIC §300
