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Spotlight on CFCS: Colleen McGowan
We’re highlighting the rich experiences and perspectives our staff bring to the office with a series on the blog called “Spotlights on CFCS”. Today we’re celebrating Colleen McGowan, our Intensive Foster Care Program Director!
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.
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!
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!
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!
Jasmine Rookard Promoted to Young Parents Support Program Coordinator
Jasmine steps into this role after serving as a Family Support Specialist. Congratulations, Jasmine!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
Taylor Jonak Promoted to Independent Living Coordinator
In her new role, Taylor looks forward to expanding the Independent Living program. Congratulations, Taylor!
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!
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!
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!
#ThankYouThursday: LifeLinks
LifeLinks CLASS has been an amazing partner to our Developmental Disabilities Program during quarantine!