What’s New
at Bridges Homeward
Join Us for our 27th (Virtual) Circle of Friends Gala!
With fabulous vacation raffle prizes, an appearance from Governor Charlie Baker and more, this is one virtual event you won’t want to miss!
Taylor Jonak Promoted to Young Adult Support Manager
Taylor has made huge strides and been an amazing employee at CFCS for over five years. Congratulations, Taylor!
One Young Resident’s Response to the Rise of Anti-Asian Hate
Tanya’s reaction to the Atlanta spa shootings was to start conversations and stand up for her neighbors.
In Response to the Atlanta Shootings on March 16
Moved by the murder of six Asian women in Atlanta in a recent shooting, our Executive Director Bob Gittens wrote this letter to the CFCS community.
Want to Become a Foster Parent? Join Us for MAPP Training this Spring!
We’re accepting applications for prospective foster parents for this Spring MAPP training!
Intensive Foster Care Program Manager Colleen McGowan Earns Her LCSW
“I want those I work with to always know that I will support them and their endeavors, and I will always advocate for them.” Colleen McGowan became our IFC Program Manager last May, in the midst of the pandemic.
Celebrating Social Worker Appreciation Month
March is #SocialWorkMonth! Despite this incredibly challenging year, our social workers were never deterred from going above and beyond for their clients and our community.
Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! Today we’re highlighting the amazing work our family support specialists do to support and encourage individuals with disabilities and their families.
Join us for our upcoming Hiring Q&A Webinar!
Want to work at CFCS? Interested in learning more about our opportunities? Come to our webinar on Wednesday, March 24 for a Q&A with our Executive Director and other CFCS leaders!
Spotlight on CFCS: Andrew Mello
Putnam Place House Manager Andrew Mello shares about his experience in the Peace Corps, what it’s like managing Putnam Place, and his philosophy on social work.
TLC Clinical Case Manager Madison Summers Earns Her LCSW
In the nearly two years she’s been at CFCS, Maddie has worked hard to help make innovative changes at TLC. Now, she’s earned her LCSW! Congratulations, Maddie!
From the Top: Our Leadership’s Perspective on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CFCS
Our Executive Director, Deputy Director and Director of Operations get real about racial justice and inequality in social work and at CFCS.
Getting Vaccinated with Osco Pharmacy
Thank you to Osco Pharmacy for working with us to vaccinate our staff!
"I couldn’t finish the degree, but that didn’t stop me”: From Foster Care to Six Figures
We’re excited to publish the story of Shelby A., a former group home and Independent Living resident, who shares how she made her own success after leaving CFCS, all while raising a son (and ducks) and working towards home ownership.
CFCS Awarded $22,000 Grant by Cambridge Community Foundation
Thank you to the Cambridge Community Foundation for partnering with us to help ensure food security for our clients!
Our Independent Living Program is growing, and we’re looking for a new landlord!
Attention Boston landlords: we’re looking to rent at least one two-bedroom apartment in the city, with the possibility of renting more in the future.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Bridges Homeward is committed to strengthening and advocating for diversity, equity and inclusion, for our staff and those we serve. This is our official statement outlining our values and the action steps we’re taking to commit to them.
Spotlight on CFCS: Hannah Bowe
For our latest Spotlight on CFCS, we talked to Intensive Foster Care social worker Hannah Bowe all about their job and what they love about it.