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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.
CFCS Developmental Disabilities Program Case Manager and Client Honored by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services
Our case manager and client were recognized for their hard work and successful collaboration!
What Permanency Means to Youth in Foster Care
In the latest installment of our “What Permanency Means…” series, we explore what permanency means for youth in foster care.
#ThankYouFriday: United Way
Thank you to United Way for donating a whopping 700 individual healthy snack packs to our agency!
Karlah Paul Promoted to Program Director of Teens Learning Choices
Congratulations to Karlah!
CFCS Featured on AdoptED Podcast
In the latest episode of the AdoptED podcast, our Director of Family Services Sarah Medrano-Palmer joins Lindsey Bryjolfsson and Joe Sandogato of MARE to talk about Weekend Family Connections.