Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc.

In case you missed it, here are some highlights from last week's webinar, Queer Questions Part 2! Hosted by our Employee Assistance Program and Rachel Fangsrud of Parrino Consulting.

Back to school! Thank you, Cannon Heyman & Weiss, LLP for donating school supplies and backpacks for children in our Wraparound and Preventive Programs! Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ySLW5Z

C+FS has a new counseling office inside the William-Emslie YMCA located on Buffalo's East Side. Sessions are scheduled on Wednesdays and typically last 30-45 minutes. Visit cfsbny.org/counseling or call (716) 842-2750 to make an appointment.

For this week's Faces of C+FS series, we would like to recognize Lindsay Ricks, Teacher at the Stanley G. Falk School. "Lindsay is a beacon of light here at the Falk School," said Danielle Calato, Teacher Aide. "She has a unique ability to connect with each child and her dedication to her students goes beyond the classroom. Lindsay is always there to offer support, encouragement and a listening ear. Her passion for special education shines through in everything she does. Whether it's lending a helping hand during busy times or offering advice, Lindsay is always there with a smile and a good joke." Thank you, Lindsay for lifting up your fellow coworkers with your kindness and having such a remarkable impact on our community!

REMINDER: If you haven't already, please consider signing up for our free webinar, Queer Questions Part 2, featuring Rachel Fangsrud, Diversity and Professional and Founder of Parrino Consulting. Click here to register: https://bit.ly/3LSG13N

Thank you Jessica from Stella & Brooke for donating two boxes of baby items for the little ones in our programs! We appreciate your generosity!

If you are passionate about helping families and want to make a difference in others' lives, we have the perfect position for you! As a Case Planner in our Foster Care and Adoption Program, you will help birth and foster parents develop skills to nurture children in safe, loving home environments. Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3WDoUIh

A HUGE thank you goes out to WNY Metro Roberts Realty's HOME committee for donating $1,400 to Haven House! Your generous donation will help us equip survivors of domestic violence with tools and resources they need to stop the cycle of abuse.

For this week's Faces of C+FS series, we would like to highlight and recognize Jane Wilson, Case Planner for Preventive Services. Last week, Jane reached an incredible milestone - 40 years of service at the Agency! Jane has always been passionate about social work and her dedication has shown through her determination to help as many people as possible. Although she has held various positions throughout the years, Jane always circled back to social work. Thank you, Jane for all the hard work you do for the WNY community and congratulations on your 40th anniversary! We are lucky to have you!

Haven House urgently needs the following personal care items! Donations are critical to helping individuals and families who have experienced domestic violence build a new legacy. If you would like to donate, please reach out to Alicia Stark, Development Manager, at [email protected].