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What difference is my support making? Who is it helping?

This is a fair question for any of our supporters to ask. In this section, we will share our stories with you while maintaining complete confidentiality. We will keep you updated on the activities in our various programs, including success stories of those whom we have helped, special events in which our programs participate, and any commendations that our staff receives.

A Survivor’s Journey

Adeline* has been in a relationship with her partner for several years. The relationship had ups and downs, but he promised he would change, and things would get better. Eventually, things escalated from emotional abuse to a physical incident. Adeline decided she was done. After her case was scheduled for court, she was feeling anxious…
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Congratulations Kindergarten Graduates!

It was an exciting day for 20 kindergarten students at the Stanley G. Falk School Mullen campus. Last week, the Falk School’s largest kindergarten class ever celebrated their graduation day surrounded by their teachers, families and loved ones. As they marched their way down the aisles of the auditorium, each child’s face lit up when…
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Stanley G. Falk School is Selected for NYS PLAN Pilot Program

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is launching a performance-based learning and assessment networks (PLAN) Pilot program to 23 school districts in the state. The Stanley G. Falk School Rossler campus was selected as a PLAN Pilot school and is the only special education school in the state that was chosen. “We are fortunate…
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Celebration of Friends 2024

Child and Family Services (C+FS) hosted their annual Celebration of Friends on Wednesday, May 15 at The Saturn Club. Five individuals were recognized for their outstanding efforts and dedication to the C+FS mission of nurturing a healthy and more equitable Western New York for the benefit of current and future generations. Dr. Richard Wall received…
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Reese Scores the Greatest Touchdown – A Safe, Loving Home

Reese* was seven years old when he came to Child and Family Services (C+FS) Conners Children’s Center.  When he first arrived, Reese struggled with anxiety, anger and getting along with others. Reese’s family, who were facing challenges of their own, were very hopeful the C+FS Residential Treatment Facility Program would help improve their relationship with…
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C+FS Honors Foster Parents During Foster Care Awareness Month

In recognition of May as Foster Care Awareness Month, Child and Family Services (C+FS) hosted a Foster Parent Appreciation Banquet, where the Agency expressed gratitude for the hard work and dedication of all our foster parents. Foster parents received certificates honoring their years of caring for children and enjoyed an evening bonding with staff and…
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C+FS Opens New Counseling Office in the William-Emslie YMCA

Child and Family Services (C+FS) is expanding programming to improve access to mental health services. Recently, the Agency announced a brand-new collaboration with the YMCA – William-Emslie location where C+FS opened a new counseling office inside the YMCA located on Buffalo’s East Side. The partnership serves to provide greater access to mental health services for…
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Gia Santiago Receives Buffalo Business First’s 30 Under 30 Award

Gia Santiago, Domestic Violence Economic Empowerment Specialist at Child and Family Services (C+FS) Haven House was selected for Buffalo Business First’s 30 Under 30 Class of 2024. This prestigious award recognizes 30 young professionals under the age of 30 who have potential to become a community leader on a grand scale. “I’ve faced so many…
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YMCA and Child and Family Services Partner to Bring Mental Health Resources to East Buffalo

(Buffalo, NY) – YMCA Buffalo Niagara and Child and Family Services have partnered to provide criticalmental health services to City of Buffalo residents, with C+FS opening a new office inside the William-Emslie YMCA in East Buffalo. Counselors there will focus on helping members of the local communitysolve personal, family, and work-related challenges including trauma, depression,…
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C+FS Center for Resolution and Justice Partners with OPWDD

“People with disabilities are such an underserved group within our community,” stated Henry Fellows, Program Associate at Child and Family Services Center for Resolution and Justice (CR+J). “That’s why we are so excited to begin our relationship with the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).” As part of this relationship, CR+J will be available…
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Falk Students Start Their Own Café

As students, teachers, alumni and faculty entered the Stanley G. Falk School’s Cambridge campus, they were greeted by enticing aromas and bright smiles at the opening day of the school’s newest hotspot – “The Hungry Pug Café.” This café was run by none other than Mr. Costello’s seventh grade class. Mr. Costello’s knew his students…
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Grand Island High School Students Make Quilts for Haven House

Caitlin Wojciechowski, a teacher at Grand Island High School, wanted to do something to inspire her students in honor of Women’s History Month. With the help of the school’s art teacher, Jackie Carpenter, the two educators came up with a plan that would give their students hands-on experience while giving back to the community. “We…
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