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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

CFA

Advancing individual and community health

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Child and Family Agency (CFA) was founded in 1972 to support and nurture our community’s most vulnerable children and families. Currently, CFA has over 200 staff and a committed board of directors who work with an unrelenting passion for the betterment of our community. Our services include School-Based Health Centers, School-Expanded Services, Early Child Care

and Education Centers, Family Resource Centers, Outpatient Mental Health Services, In-Home and Community-Bassed Counseling, and Adult Outpatient Treatment.

04/29/2026

As April comes to a close, we reflect on what National Child Abuse Prevention Month reminds us: every child deserves to grow up safe, supported, and surrounded by care.

CFA’s Safety Net programs support families by protecting family health and wellness and giving parents the tools they need to create safe, healthy homes.

The national numbers show just how critical prevention efforts remain. According to the Children’s Bureau’s Child Maltreatment 2024 report, 532,228 children were identified as victims of maltreatment in 2024, a 3% decrease from the prior year.

While progress is being made, the need for prevention and support remains critical.

To learn more about CFA's Safety Net programs, visit CTCFA.org.

04/15/2026

It’s Work Together Wednesday at our Early childhood Development Center in New London. With a little sunshine and a lot of teamwork, our kids took learning outside for some tie dye fun! Week of the Young Child highlights moments like this where children learn, create, and explore together in meaningful ways.

04/06/2026

It’s Adolescent Immunization Awareness Week. Vaccines help protect teens now and in the future.

Vaccines are available at CFA School-Based Health Centers. Call us at 860-437-4550 or visit CTCFA.org to request a medical appointment.

03/27/2026

Play for a cause or sponsor CFA’s Fore Mental Health Golf Tournament on May 11 at Stonington Country Club.

The day includes a round of golf, contests (chance to win a car and more) and a cookout on the green. After golf, enjoy a reception with an oyster bar, live music, and online auction.

Your participation goes a long way in supporting our mission of advancing individual and community health for children and families in Southeastern CT.

https://trellis.org/cfasforementalhealthgolftournament

03/24/2026

Celebrating National Nutrition Month with our Inspire Girls Wellness Program. Last week, the girls got hands-on with cooking, led by Rachel Drake, one of our School-Based Health Center Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and a Registered Dietitian.

This program gives girls a safe place to build confidence, friendships and healthy habits.

Visit CTCFA.org to learn more about this free afterschool program in New London.

03/13/2026

In recent weeks, several of our leaders testified before Connecticut’s legislature to share firsthand the critical need for strong, sustainable funding for our mental health, medical, and early childhood services.

Their testimonies underscore not only the essential role CFA plays as a safety net in our communities but also the importance of supporting competitive salaries for our highly qualified and deeply committed clinical, medical, and educational teams.

Learn more and stay engaged as we advocate for the resources our families need to thrive. Full testimonies can be found at the link below.

Those who spoke from CFA included:
Lisa Otto, LCSW, CEO
Kim Kalajainen, COO
Jason Shirley, LCSW, Director of Outpatient Services
Jessica Chan, MSN, APRN, PPCNP-BC, Director of Medical Services
Kerry Litke, LCSW, Program Manager

https://www.childandfamilyagency.org/news/cfa-leaders-testify-to-connecticut-legislature/

03/04/2026

Spring is coming, the days are getting longer, and there’s no snow in sight! Join us this Sunday from 1 - 4 at Coastline Brewing Company for pizza and drinks!

Your ticket includes food, your first drink, and a tour of CFA’s Mental Health Clinic in Westbrook.

We're going to be talking about Season Affective Disorder and hear tips for brighter days ahead ☀️

$25 in advance / $30 at the door / Kids 12 and under free

02/25/2026

We’re counting down to longer days and more sunshine ☀️ and celebrating the season ahead by shining a light on mental health, because everyone deserves to feel supported and seen.

If you’re ready to welcome daylight saving time, warmer days, and a little more light in your life (especially after all the snow), join in the celebration with us.

Sunday, March 8th from 1-4
Enjoy food and drink, take part in a silent auction, and support CFA’s Westbrook Mental Health Clinic.

Get your tickets: https://trellis.org/shine-a-light-on-mental-health

02/24/2026

Tuesday 2/24 Update:
Due to inclement weather, the CFA Urgent Crisis Center (UCC) and Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDC) are closed Tuesday, February 24th. All other physical facilities are closed, and services are being provided remotely.

The UCC follows Connecticut state office closures for weather-related decisions, and each ECDC follows its local school district in Groton or New London.

If you are in crisis or need immediate assistance, please call 211 or 911.

Stay safe and warm!

02/22/2026

Due to inclement weather, the CFA Urgent Crisis Center (UCC) and Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDC) are closed Monday, February 23rd. All other physical facilities are closed, and services are being provided remotely.

The UCC follows Connecticut state office closures for weather-related decisions, and each ECDC follows its local school district in Groton or New London.

If you are in crisis or need immediate assistance, please call 211 or 911.

Stay safe and warm!

02/19/2026

You're invited! Join us to celebrate the return of Daylight Saving Time and learn about the high-quality mental health and psychiatric services at CFA’s Mental Health Clinic in Westbrook 🌞

Enjoy food and drink from Coastline Brewing Company, a silent auction, and CFA clinic tours.

Can't join us but want to support? Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Limited tickets available - save money by buying in advance!

Kids 12 & under are free.

Tickets & sponsorships: https://trellis.org/shine-a-light-on-mental-health

02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we are sharing the love through CFA’s Children’s Fund. 💗

Because of this fund, we are able to support our most vulnerable children with urgent needs such as, food, winter clothing, safety essentials, childcare, and emergency housing. It also helps provide camp tuition, sports equipment, and enrichment opportunities that let children simply be children.

Help us provide safety, stability, and opportunity.

Donate at bit.ly/cfachildrensfund💗

The Children’s Fund is a restricted fund at CFA dedicated to supporting our most vulnerable children. It is not used for operational expenses and serves as a true safety net when other program funding and local resources are no longer available.

Address

7 Vauxhall Street
New London, CT
06320

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.childandfamilyagency.org/

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Our Story

Founded in 1809, Child & Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut (CFA) nurtures children and families to develop their strengths through its service, partnership, and advocacy.

CFA breaks down barriers to care by focusing on mental and physical health services and providing families with high-quality programs and accessible resources with the goal of nurturing not only children and families, but the communities they live in.

Serving children and their families in New London, Windham, Middlesex, and eastern New Haven counties our programs include:

14 School-Based Health Centers