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What Permanency Means to Adopted Youth
Today in the third installment of our “What Permanency Means…” series, we explore what permanency means for youth who are adopted from foster care.
An Update on Fred at the Patriots Game
We have an update about Fred, the 12-year-old in foster care who just wanted to see a Patriots game. Thanks to his social worker, One Simple Wish and the Rise Above Foundation, Fred got to see a Pats game for Christmas!
Spotlight on CFCS: Natalie Muchnick
We’re highlighting the rich experiences and perspectives our staff bring to the office! Today’s post focuses on Natalie Muchnick, Developmental Disabilities Program Case Manager.
Young Women and CFCS Come Together for “I Am Why” Workshop
We recently collaborated with our new partners I Am Why to host a self-empowerment workshop for the young moms we work with.
Celebrating a Parenting Journey Graduation at CFCS
After 12 weeks of hard work and dedication, we graduated 15 enthusiastic parents from our Parenting Journey class this December.
Announcing: Weekend Family Connections!
We are proud to announce a new collaboration between CFCS, Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange and the Department of Children and Families to find nurturing adoptive homes for youth in foster care!
Director of Family Services Sarah Medrano-Palmer Recognized at MARE Symposium
Congratulations to Sarah!
What Permanency Means for the Young Parents and Independent Living Residents We Support
In our second installment of our “What Permanency Means…” series, we’re exploring what permanency means to the young parents and adults we serve in our Young Parents Support and Independent Living programs.
Our Developmental Disabilities Program Adult Clients Give Back to the Community
Recently, our Developmental Disabilities Program Adult Social Group shopped for and wrapped presents for clients in our other programs.
What Permanency Means for Family Support & Stabilization
In this first installment of our “What Permanency Means…” series, we’re looking at what permanency means for the parents, caregivers and children we work with in our Family Support & Stabilization program.
Learning about the Massachusetts Disabled Person Protection Commission’s Sexual Assault Response Unit
Earlier this year, we were trained on the resources available to providers and clients when an individual with disabilities is assaulted through the Massachusetts Disabled Persons Protection Commission’s Sexual Assault Response Unit.
CFCS Celebrates National Adoption Day
On Friday, we celebrated Paolo’s adoption of his grandson Nathan.
#ThankYouFriday: One Simple Wish!
Thanks to the donation platform One Simple Wish, one of our youth in foster care will get to live his dream!
Three Groups of Siblings to be Reunited through Adoptive Placements
We believe it is paramount that children in foster care and who are adopted get to grow up with their siblings.
Putnam Place Residents Learn to Cook at Haley House
Our residents at Putnam Place have been taking a cooking class at Haley House, and they are loving it!
Spotlight on CFCS: Christy Benjamin
We’re highlighting the rich experiences and perspectives our staff bring to the office! First up is Christy Benjamin, Developmental Disabilities Program Case Manager.
Working on Permanency, with Foster Parents and Plummer Youth Promise
Recently, we co-hosted a training at our offices in Cambridge for foster parents with our Permanency Practice Alliance partners, Plummer Youth Promise.