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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.
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!
Taylor Jonak Promoted to Independent Living Coordinator
In her new role, Taylor looks forward to expanding the Independent Living program. Congratulations, Taylor!
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!
Putnam Place Resident Samiir Featured in Silver Lining Mentoring’s Mentee Spotlight
Group home resident Samiir reflects on his experiences working with his mentor Steph for Silver Lining Mentoring’s Mentee Spotlight.
An Adoptive Family’s Unique Path to Getting to Know Each Other
The Moquins definitely have a unique adoption story: they met and got to know their pre-adoptive daughter over Zoom! Read how John and Alisha navigated getting to know their pre-adoptive daughter during quarantine.
Working with Birth Families as a Foster Parent
June is National Reunification Month! Today, we hear from Audanette, a foster parent who is a superstar at working with birth families to reunify them with their children.
Supporting Dads, with Family Support & Stabilization
We believe all parents deserve the opportunity to strengthen their skills and support networks. Today, we have a quick run-down of just some of the ways our FSS program supports dads!
Interview with a Foster Dad: Eric President
Longtime foster parent Eric President shares some amazing wisdom from his 11 years as a foster dad.
Showing Up for Pride
The Boston community couldn’t gather for Pride this year, but that didn’t stop us from celebrating Pride Month!
Maggie Smith Promoted to Family Support & Stabilization Coordinator
Congratulations to Maggie!
Announcing Families Moving Forward, a New Program to Help Low-Income Families in Cambridge
This program will provide one-on-one mentoring, financial guidance and even a matched savings program to low-income families in Cambridge.
Celebrating Foster Parents for Foster Parent Appreciation Month
We’re in awe of how our foster parents have handled quarantining with their families, and all the hard work they’ve been doing to keep youth in foster care safe.
A Kingly Approach to Fostering Youth During Quarantine
For Foster Parent Appreciation Month, we wanted to share the story of one family’s creative approach to raising foster children in quarantine.
CFCS Walks for Adoption Alongside MARE and Jordan’s Furniture
One of our favorite events of the year, the Jordan’s Furniture Walk/Run for Adoption, happened virtually this year - and we were so excited to join in on the fun!