Crossroad Child & Family Services

Crossroad Child & Family Services Since 1883, Crossroad has been creating promising futures - whatever it takes! John Rettig, and his wife. We started using the name Crossroad in 1975.

In 1883, The Reformed Church in the United States established “The Reformed Orphan’s Home of Fort Wayne, IN.” In October 1883, nine-year-old Hermann Leisering came to live with our first Superintendent, Rev. Over many decades, hundreds of orphans and other children in need of a home came here to live on the land on which we were founded and still stand on today. As the need for orphanages began to diminish after World War II, we adapted by providing a home for unwed mothers known as Woodhaven and services for emotionally troubled children. More than 1,000 unwed mothers came to Woodhaven from 1959 to 1973 to live until giving birth. Members of supporting churches adopted most of the infants. The need for these services diminished in the early 1970s as it became acceptable for unwed mothers to remain in their family homes. However, we continued to work with troubled children, expanding our services and making a name for ourselves in the Midwest as one of the finest treatment providers for emotionally troubled young people. For many years we were known as The Fort Wayne Children’s Home. In 2010 our legal name became Crossroad Child & Family Services, Inc. Today we provide a full spectrum of services in residential, outpatient, home-based, and community settings. David Mullins became our President and Chief Executive Officer in 2021. He is the thirteenth administrator of our agency.

Our beloved tradition continued today as we gathered for our Annual Milestone Years of Service Lunch, celebrating a comb...
12/19/2025

Our beloved tradition continued today as we gathered for our Annual Milestone Years of Service Lunch, celebrating a combined 90 years of compassion and commitment! We are beyond grateful for the dedication of our Crossroad team and look forward to many more years of doing whatever it takes for children and families in our community.

Another year, another wonderful Christmas party! We are so grateful for all of the people who come together to make this...
12/10/2025

Another year, another wonderful Christmas party! We are so grateful for all of the people who come together to make this night special. We want to give a special shout out to our partners at Target (Stellhorn Road Store) who so thoughtfully shop for gifts for our kids! It’s been a fun-filled holiday season 🎄❄️

Together, we raised $2,500 for Crossroad Closet! We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donor community an...
12/03/2025

Together, we raised $2,500 for Crossroad Closet! We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donor community and appreciate your support in making a success again this year.
Thank you for helping us stock the shelves of Crossroad Closet. Your kindness truly makes a difference! 🎉💚

Our families may look different, but the children at Crossroad share the same need for joyful moments. Crossroad Closet ...
12/03/2025

Our families may look different, but the children at Crossroad share the same need for joyful moments. Crossroad Closet provides toys and recreational items such as headphones, radios, puzzles, board games, and so much more. Your gift helps our kid create fun memories that will last a lifetime.💚
There's still time to make your gift!
Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to join in on the fun!

Crossroad Closet provides more than just clothing. Your gift helps supply art and recreational items that spark creativi...
12/02/2025

Crossroad Closet provides more than just clothing. Your gift helps supply art and recreational items that spark creativity and connection! Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to partner with us this .

Heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated so far! Your generosity has helped us surpass our original goal. Because of...
12/02/2025

Heartfelt thanks to everyone who has donated so far! Your generosity has helped us surpass our original goal. Because of your incredible support, we are raising our goal to $3,000. 🎉
Don't forget - our limited time matching gift opportunity provides a 1:1 match up to $500, doubling your impact.
Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to make your gift now!

Crossroad serves over 300 children in our local and statewide community each year. A gift to the Crossroad Closet this  ...
12/02/2025

Crossroad serves over 300 children in our local and statewide community each year. A gift to the Crossroad Closet this helps to provide essentials like clothing, shoes, and personal care items. More than just tangible items, your gift offers dignity and hope to children across our region. Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to make a gift today!

We are pleased to announce a $500 matching gift opportunity. For a limited time, all   donations will be matched 1:1 up ...
12/02/2025

We are pleased to announce a $500 matching gift opportunity. For a limited time, all donations will be matched 1:1 up to $500, doubling the effect of your generosity. Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ now to make a difference in the lives of children in our community!

This  , we're partnering with our community to raise $2,000 for Crossroad Closet. When children have their basic needs m...
12/02/2025

This , we're partnering with our community to raise $2,000 for Crossroad Closet. When children have their basic needs met, they can focus on what truly matters - healing, growing, and creating a promising future. You can help make that happen. Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to help us fill the closet today! Thank you for being a part of our mission. 💚

It's  ! We would love to invite you to partner with us to fill the shelves of Crossroad Closet, and make an immediate im...
12/02/2025

It's ! We would love to invite you to partner with us to fill the shelves of Crossroad Closet, and make an immediate impact on children and families in our community. Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to make a gift today!

There is so much to be thankful for! Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Crossroad!
11/27/2025

There is so much to be thankful for! Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Crossroad!

  is just one week away!  Crossroad Closet helps meet urgent needs the moment a child arrives. Help us fill the closet a...
11/25/2025

is just one week away! Crossroad Closet helps meet urgent needs the moment a child arrives. Help us fill the closet and ensure every child is provided for!
No need to wait! Visit https://crossroadcares.org/donate/ to give today!

Address

1825 Beacon Street
Fort Wayne, IN
46805

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12604844153

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CROSSROAD CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Formerly the Fort Wayne Children's Home Formerly the Reformed Orphans' Home