SAFY of Alabama

About Us

Since 1998, SAFY of Alabama has worked with youth and families to reach their full potential, building the foundation of well-being we all need to contribute to our communities.

Led by Senior Executive Director Demetria Parnell-Scott, LICSW-S, SAFY of Alabama offers a blueprint of services based on research addressing the roots of trauma while effecting lasting change.

Our Services

SAFY provides family-centered services to address the underlying causes of trauma to create meaningful change. By fostering positive behavioral health through all our services, we build the well-being essential to unlocking the full potential of those we serve.

  • SAFY of Alabama, Birmingham Division
    2112 11th Ave., South, Suite 201
    Birmingham, AL 35205

    205-945-7483

    BirminghamInquiry@safy.org

    Services Offered

    Foster Care

    Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) - our TFC services provide a stable home environment with families who care for and believe any youth can achieve their full potential. Utilizing a team of highly-qualified therapeutic foster homes, we support each youth’s greatest needs. Our foster families are equipped with tools such as parental skill building and behavioral coping skills to ensure each youth’s physical and emotional health needs are met.

    Transitional Living Program

    Family Supportive Services

    Intensive In-Home Services (IIHS)- our clinicians provide trauma-informed care to families with open cases with the Alabama Department of Human Resources. We connect families to community resources and provide case management, psychoeducation, and crisis management.

    For IIHS Referrals please submit the appropriate form below:

    Reunification Referral Form

    Preservation Referral Form

  • SAFY of Alabama, Huntsville Division
    4900 University Square, Suite 30
    Huntsville, AL 35816

    256-489-0170

    HuntsvilleInquiry@safy.org

    Services Offered

    Foster Care

    Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) - our TFC services provide a stable home environment with families who care for and believe any youth can achieve their full potential. Utilizing a team of highly-qualified therapeutic foster homes, we support each youth’s greatest needs. Our foster families are equipped with tools such as parental skill building and behavioral coping skills to ensure each youth’s physical and emotional health needs are met.

    Transitional Living Program

    Family Supportive Services

    Intensive In-Home Services (IIHS)- our clinicians provide trauma-informed care to families with open cases with the Alabama Department of Human Resources. We connect families to community resources and provide case management, psychoeducation, and crisis management.

    For IIHS Referrals please submit the appropriate form below:

    Reunification Referral Form

    Preservation Referral Form

  • SAFY of Alabama, Mobile Division (Administrative Office -
    mailing address only)
    1850 Airport Blvd.
    Mobile, AL 36606

    251-487-0058

    ALMobileInquiry@safy.org

    Services Offered

    Foster Care

    Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) - our TFC services provide a stable home environment with families who care for and believe any youth can achieve their full potential. Utilizing a team of highly-qualified therapeutic foster homes, we support each youth’s greatest needs. Our foster families are equipped with tools such as parental skill building and behavioral coping skills to ensure each youth’s physical and emotional health needs are met.

    Transitional Living Program

    Family Supportive Services

    Intensive In-Home Services (IIHS)- our clinicians provide trauma-informed care to families with open cases with the Alabama Department of Human Resources. We connect families to community resources and provide case management, psychoeducation, and crisis management.

    For IIHS Referrals, please submit the appropriate form below:

    Reunification Referral Form

    Preservation Referral Form

  • SAFY of Alabama, Montgomery Division
    9532 Wynlakes Place
    Montgomery, AL 36117

    334-270-3181

    MontgomeryInquiry@safy.org

    Services Offered

    Foster Care

    Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) - our TFC services provide a stable home environment with families who care for and believe any youth can achieve their full potential. Utilizing a team of highly-qualified therapeutic foster homes, we support each youth’s greatest needs. Our foster families are equipped with tools such as parental skill building and behavioral coping skills to ensure each youth’s physical and emotional health needs are met.

    Transitional Living Program

    Family Supportive Services

    Intensive In-Home Services (IIHS)- our clinicians provide trauma-informed care to families with open cases with the Alabama Department of Human Resources. We connect families to community resources and provide case management, psychoeducation, and crisis management.

    For IIHS Referrals, please submit the appropriate form below:

    Reunification Referral Form

    Preservation Referral Form

Latest News

News and Resources
Ensuring Connections to Strengthen Permanency
Ensuring Connections to Strengthen Permanency

At SAFY, we believe in the power of strong families. Reunification and permanency, whenever possible, is always our goal. Today, we celebrate Tina, a dedicated foster parent from SAFY of Nevada who embodies this philosophy. Read on to discover how she goes above and beyond to build positive relationships with the families of youth in her care, paving the way for successful reunification and lasting connections.

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SAFY Emphasizes the Role of Strong Families in Building Strong Communities
SAFY Emphasizes the Role of Strong Families in Building Strong Communities

As we begin April, so does an opportunity for us to come together and work against child abuse and neglect. National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to raise awareness, promote education, and, ultimately, support our communities. SAFY is proud to be at the forefront of this vital mission.

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Championing our Social Workers and their Service to Youth and Families
Championing our Social Workers and their Service to Youth and Families

I am deeply inspired by the dedication of our staff to upholding the core values of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics. These values – service, social justice, the dignity and worth of the person, the importance of relationships, and integrity and competence – guide every interaction and decision we make at SAFY. 

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