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Demystifying Adoption from Foster Care, Part 2
Adoption social worker Andrea Rosenstein is back to bust more myths about adoption!
#ThankYouThursday: The Benson Henry Institute
Thank you to the Benson Henry Institute at Mass General Hospital, who donated a free course of Positivity and Relaxation Training to our staff earlier this year!
Demystifying Adoption from Foster Care, Part 1
Adoption social worker Andrea Rosenstein busts some commonly believed myths about adoption!
Want to Foster or Adopt? Join Us for Virtual MAPP Training this Spring!
Despite the circumstances, you can still take your first steps towards becoming an adoptive or foster parent with our virtual MAPP classes, coming this May!
Putnam Place Resident Featured on WCVB-TV
We were so proud to see longtime Putnam Place resident Tony featured for rising above the odds and succeeding at school!
What Permanency Means to Residents at Teens Learning Choices
We try to guide and motivate our TLC residents as they create their own permanency. Specific permanency efforts look different for every resident, and we work with each of them to identify and build their own safety nets.
An Update from CFCS Regarding COVID-19
The health and safety of our clients, staff, friends and supporters continue to be our top priorities.
The Shining Stars of March
Congratulations to this month’s Shining Stars: Beckey Fischer and Tori Pangia!
UPDATE: Parenting Journey Classes Postponed Until the Summer
Parenting Journey brings parents together to create a support system for each other. Click to find out how to sign up for spring classes today!
Learning About Healthy Relationships with the Young Parents Support Program
This year, our Young Parents Support program turned Valentine’s Day into an opportunity for the young parents and adults we work with to learn about safe sex and healthy relationships!
Thank You for Supporting CFCS at Sacco’s Bowl Haven & Flatbread!
We had so much fun doing this partnership with Sacco’s Bowl Haven & Flatbread Company!
Youth in Foster Care Learn About Personal Finance
At our latest PAYA class, youth in foster care were excited to learn about banking, budgeting and easy habits for eating healthy!
Join Us at This Year’s Beanstalk Adoption Party!
The Beanstalk Adoption Party is one of the biggest adoption parties of the year!
The Shining Stars of February
Congratulations to this month’s Shining Stars, Derek Burton and Malene Council!
What Permanency Means to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
What does permanency look like for individuals with developmental disabilities? Today on the blog, we explore this question.
Looking to Foster or Adopt? Join Us for MAPP Training this Spring!
Are you interested in adopting or fostering a child in the foster care system? Take the first step with CFCS! We’re offering MAPP Training this spring, Saturdays beginning May 2!
Spotlight on CFCS: Malene Council
We’re highlighting the rich experiences and perspectives our staff bring to the office in our “Spotlight on CFCS” Series! Today, we celebrate Malene Council, a milieu counselor at Teens Learning Choices!
Taylor Jonak Becomes Our Support Specialist for Independent Living
Congratulations to Taylor! Hertransition is the latest development in the Independent Living program’s move from Residential Services to Family Support & Stabilization.