Growing Together, One Meal at a Time

At our Community Residence in Cheektowaga, something special is happening one meal at a time. What started as a child’s love for cooking has turned into a weekly tradition that’s filled more than just plates. It all began when one child asked if they could cook a meal for their peers. The staff, who work…
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716 Day: The Power of Community

Every July, Western New York comes alive with hometown pride as the calendar turns to 7/16. For Child and Family Services, it's more than a number, it's a celebration of the community that we serve every day. This year, that spirit was felt in two powerful ways. At the Stanley G. Falk School, 716 Day…
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United Way’s Day of Caring: Community in Action

Last Wednesday, Child and Family Services welcomed over 100 Wegmans employees to our Delaware Campus in Buffalo and Community Residence in Cheektowaga for United Way’s annual Day of Caring. The team came eager to work and their impact was felt all around.  Split into groups, volunteers rolled up their sleeves and took on a range…
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Residential Program Kicks off Summer with a Carnival Celebration

On Wednesday, June 18, Child and Family Services Residential Program hosted its annual carnival, and the weather couldn’t have been better. After the earlier days of June had been filled with sweltering heat and frequent rain, this day brought a welcome break with blue skies and a perfect summer breeze. The Residential campus was transformed…
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