Child and Family Services

Child and Family Services Supporting people with client-centered services that focus on family stability, education and more Falk School.

Child and Family Services has more than 30 programs and services throughout Western New York, including the Stanley G. Deeply rooted in Western New York's history since 1873, Child & Family Services is one of the largest family service agencies in the nation.

Our Leadership Development Program's seventh cohort recently graduated and earned their certificates for completing the ...
11/14/2025

Our Leadership Development Program's seventh cohort recently graduated and earned their certificates for completing the four-week program.

In addition to C+FS and Stanley G. Falk employees, this cohort was open to employees from Crisis Services and CCNY, with the goal of sharing resources and developing leadership in the community.

Led by Directors and Senior Leaders, the program explores key topics such as Trauma Informed Care, Conflict Management, Performance Management and Risk Management. Beyond leadership development, it also encourages personal growth, helping participants better understand their own communication styles and strengths.

Please join us in congratulating these amazing individuals on completing the Leadership Development Program:

Danielle Bernas, Crisis Services
Phuong Brady, C+FS
Betsy Budde, C+FS
Danielle Galenski, CCNY
Kyrstin Lekki, Stanley G. Falk
Andrea Minor, CCNY
Jennifer Scarf, Crisis Services
Courtney Sileo, Stanley G. Falk
Gerald Smith, CCNY
Rebecca Stevens, Crisis Services
Samantha Swetz, Stanley G. Falk
Kristin Tanner, C+FS
Danielle Young, Stanley G. Falk

We are excited to share that Yvonne DuBois has officially been named Chief Impact Officer at Child and Family Services!Y...
11/12/2025

We are excited to share that Yvonne DuBois has officially been named Chief Impact Officer at Child and Family Services!

Yvonne brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to community-centered work to her new position. She’ll focus on enhancing employee learning and development, improving onboarding experiences and deepening engagement with clients, students and families.

Please join us in congratulating Yvonne!

Today and every day, we honor the brave individuals who have served our country with courage, dedication and selflessnes...
11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor the brave individuals who have served our country with courage, dedication and selflessness. We thank you for your service, your sacrifice and your commitment to protecting our freedom.

Interested in working with a mission-driven, outpatient counseling team committed to delivering exceptional mental healt...
11/06/2025

Interested in working with a mission-driven, outpatient counseling team committed to delivering exceptional mental health care?

Join us on Monday, November 10 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and Wednesday, November 12 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Child and Family Services, 330 Delaware Ave for a Hiring Event!

We will be interviewing for several different positions including Mental Health Counselors, Centralized Intake Specialists, Clinical Supervisors and more.

To learn more about the event, use the link below:

https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/a7aee8f7-808a-4666-8329-27aab2283a8d

Our next Faces of C+FS feature highlights Makenzie Victor, High Fidelity Wraparound Supervisor!Makenzie began her journe...
11/05/2025

Our next Faces of C+FS feature highlights Makenzie Victor, High Fidelity Wraparound Supervisor!

Makenzie began her journey with Child and Family Services in 2021 as a Preventive Case Planner, where she quickly discovered her passion for helping others and making a difference in the lives of families.

In 2023, Makenzie was promoted to her current role as High Fidelity Wraparound Supervisor, where she oversees a dedicated team of care coordinators who support at-risk youth and their families.

As a supervisor, Makenzie provides guidance and professional development opportunities for her team, ensuring program fidelity and consistent support for both staff and families.

Throughout her time at C+FS, Makenzie has helped strengthen community partnerships that directly benefit families. One initiative she’s especially proud of is her collaboration with The Service Collaborative’s Beds for Buffalo program, through which she has organized donations of more than 80 complete bed sets for families served by Wraparound, Preventive, Foster Care and Residential programs.

"Makenzie fosters a culture of trust and accountability," shared Santana Swan, Preventive Services and Wraparound Manager. "Her impact is felt in every success we achieve in our Wraparound program."

When asked why she chooses to work at C+FS, Makenzie shared, “I value working for an agency where I am seen as more than just a number. I feel genuinely supported by my colleagues, and that makes growth feel encouraged and celebrated.”

Thank you, Makenzie, for your dedication to C+FS and to the families we serve!

Smiles, costumes and plenty of Halloween fun! Thank you to our friends at Spectrum Reach for volunteering and making thi...
10/31/2025

Smiles, costumes and plenty of Halloween fun! Thank you to our friends at Spectrum Reach for volunteering and making this year’s Residential Program Halloween Party so special for the kiddos. 🎃👻

In honor of National Adoption Month, Child and Family Services had the opportunity to be a part of the November episode ...
10/30/2025

In honor of National Adoption Month, Child and Family Services had the opportunity to be a part of the November episode of The Western New York Family Magazine Podcast!

The episode breaks down myths about adoption and discusses how you can open your heart and home to a child in need of a forever family.

To learn more, you can find the episode at https://wnyfamilymagazinepodcast.buzzsprout.com/

You can also listen on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IJBPN1Vyi1RbbuCqn7gVm
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-western.../id1823538093
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5Gwgmm6PNY&list=PL3AGgFBJetpOZ8IZkXfeHNsdSOVtf4cf0

This month, C+FS visited Nardin Academy to talk with the freshman class about Haven House and Healthy Relationships. In ...
10/29/2025

This month, C+FS visited Nardin Academy to talk with the freshman class about Haven House and Healthy Relationships. In response, the students put kindness into action, creating Halloween cards, blankets and candy bags for our clients.

We’re so grateful for their thoughtfulness and support! 💜

Domestic violence is often misunderstood.This month, we’re breaking down common myths about domestic violence and sharin...
10/27/2025

Domestic violence is often misunderstood.

This month, we’re breaking down common myths about domestic violence and sharing the facts to help our community better understand what survivors experience.

As National Estate Planning Awareness Week wraps up, this is your reminder that it's never too early to start planning y...
10/24/2025

As National Estate Planning Awareness Week wraps up, this is your reminder that it's never too early to start planning your will!

By including the Child and Family Services Foundation in your estate plan, you help ensure that our programs continue supporting children, families and individuals throughout Western New York for years to come.

To learn more, please visit: https://cfsbny.mylegacygift.org/

We’re hiring a Foster Care Program Director to lead our Foster Care and Adoption team!In this leadership role, you’ll ov...
10/23/2025

We’re hiring a Foster Care Program Director to lead our Foster Care and Adoption team!

In this leadership role, you’ll oversee program operations, support staff and ensure children in foster care receive high-quality, trauma-informed care while working toward reunification or adoption. You’ll also help strengthen community partnerships, maintain compliance and lead efforts to recruit and retain dedicated foster families.

If you're interested in applying or learning more about this role, use the link below!

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/CHI1024/JobBoard/fc2db33d-38be-deed-f072-cce806dbf68f/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=95cf9847-3399-4dba-a2a9-91931f5e6c37

Thank you to the members of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority at the University at Buffalo for their generous donation to Haven H...
10/22/2025

Thank you to the members of Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority at the University at Buffalo for their generous donation to Haven House! 💜

As part of their Sigma for Society Week, the group dedicated time to service, philanthropy and raising awareness for domestic violence prevention.

We’re so grateful for their compassion and commitment to making a difference in our community.

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330 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY
14202

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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