Karen Stein 9/25/20 Karen Stein 9/25/20

Mother-Daughter Foster Care Team Wins the 2020 Vivienne Campbell Award

Winners of the Vivienne Campbell Award go above and beyond for every youth who stays with them while in foster care. This year, the award was presented to Veronica and her daughter Paula.

Karen Stein 9/18/20 Karen Stein 9/18/20

Thank You for Joining Us at Our Virtual Annual Meeting!

If you didn’t get a chance to attend, don’t worry - you can now watch all seven of our program presentations on our YouTube channel!

Karen Stein 9/16/20 Karen Stein 9/16/20

Steve and Mary Ellen Melaragni Win the Ted Rose Award for Outstanding Service

This award recognizes those who help make our community an especially supportive, positive space for everyone we serve. Congratulations to Steve and Mary Ellen!

Karen Stein 9/14/20 Karen Stein 9/14/20

This October 1, Eat Pizza to Support CFCS at Blaze Pizza!

To participate, enter code 1154A into the ‘Promo Code’ field at checkout when you order online!

Karen Stein 9/2/20 Karen Stein 9/2/20

3-year-old Jayden Adopted by Paternal Aunt

We’re so happy for Jayden and his mom Zorie!

Karen Stein 8/31/20 Karen Stein 8/31/20

Jasmine Rookard Promoted to Young Parents Support Program Coordinator

Jasmine steps into this role after serving as a Family Support Specialist. Congratulations, Jasmine!

Karen Stein 8/26/20 Karen Stein 8/26/20

What Permanency Means for Residents of Putnam Place

What does permanency mean for the young men who live in our group home? Today, we talk about where our residents come from and how we support them in achieving permanency.

Karen Stein 8/19/20 Karen Stein 8/19/20

A New Bike for Justice

Justice, one of the youth in our Intensive Foster Care program, has been working to build his own financial stability and his own permanency.

Karen Stein 8/17/20 Karen Stein 8/17/20

You’re invited to join us (via Zoom) at our 147th Annual Meeting!

The Annual Meeting will be held over Zoom on Thursday, September 10 from 7 to 8 PM. If you’d like to join us, send an email to event@helpfamilies.org and we’ll share the link to attend with you!

Karen Stein 8/12/20 Karen Stein 8/12/20

Spotlight on CFCS: Our Independent Living Program

For over 10 years, the Independent Living program has provided apartments to youth ages 18 to 22 who are aging out of the foster care system and need support before they are totally ready to go out on their own.

Karen Stein 8/10/20 Karen Stein 8/10/20

We’re Hosting Virtual Parenting Journey Classes Starting September 29!

Find out how you can sign up for our next series of Parenting Journey classes today!

Karen Stein 8/5/20 Karen Stein 8/5/20

Thank You to Our Sponsors, Who Help Us Serve the Community!

Today we wanted to thank three wonderful sponsors for their support that allows CFCS to continue to serve our clients at the level of excellence that they deserve and have come to expect.

Karen Stein 7/29/20 Karen Stein 7/29/20

Taylor Jonak Promoted to Independent Living Coordinator

In her new role, Taylor looks forward to expanding the Independent Living program. Congratulations, Taylor!

Karen Stein 7/27/20 Karen Stein 7/27/20

This August, Support CFCS by Shopping at the Porter Square Star Market!

For the month of August 2020, every time you purchase a $2.50 reusable GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag at the Star Market at Porter Square, $1 will be donated to us!

Karen Stein 7/15/20 Karen Stein 7/15/20

CFCS and the Department of Developmental Services Pull Through Quarantine to Protect Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families

We’re united in our efforts with DDS to provide support to individuals and families, and as a result we’ve seen some amazing progress for the people we serve!

Karen Stein 7/13/20 Karen Stein 7/13/20

CFCS to Host Virtual Parenting Journey Classes

Parenting Journey is one of the staples of our Family Support & Stabilization program. We’re proud to be able to continue our partnership with the Children’s Trust in these trying times by offering Parenting Journey classes virtually!