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01/15/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that the Groton Early Childhood Development Center has earned the 2025 Business Rate Award, recognizing it as the highest-rated childcare center in Groton on Google! With a perfect 5/5 stars, this award is a testament to the team’s dedication, care, and excellence every single day.

We love hearing from our families and appreciate the kind words ❤️

01/13/2026

The energy we’re bringing into 2026.

12/24/2025

Cooking up some fun this holiday season! Enjoy this Holiday Crockpot Applesauce recipe from some of our CFA kids.

We hope it brings a little joy to your day. From all of us at CFA.

12/23/2025

CFA's Early Childhood Development Centers in Groton and New London, as well as our School-Based Health Centers, will be closed from Wednesday, December 24th through Friday, January 2nd.

Our Urgent Crisis Center will remain open throughout the holiday period, except on December 25th and January 1st, to support youth experiencing acute mental health crises.

Urgent Crisis Center Holiday Hours
Open 10am – 6pm:
- 12/24
- 12/26–12/27
- 12/29–12/31
- 1/2–1/3

Closed: 
- 12/25 and 1/1

12/18/2025

The holidays can be stressful for kids and teens. We were grateful to join WTNH News 8 alongside Wellmore Behavioral Health to share how Urgent Crisis Centers provide immediate mental health support for youth, even when school is out. Click the link to watch the full segment.

CFA Urgent Crisis Center holiday hours:
Open 10am–6pm:
12/24
12/26 to 12/27
12/29 to 12/31
1/2 to 1/3

Closed:
12/25 and 1/1

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – On today’s “CT BUZZ,” Host Natasha Lubczenko highlighted critical mental health resources available to children and teens during the holiday season, a time that can…

12/11/2025

Before we jump into the holidays, here’s a look back at our fall. Thanks for being with us as we head into the next season!

12/03/2025

Yesterday we were excited to host Governor Ned Lamont and state and local leaders at CFA for a press conference about Connecticut’s new Early Childhood Education Endowment. This is a big step forward for child care in our state. As the Endowment grows, it will help more families access affordable care, support higher wages for early educators, and invest in stronger, modern child care facilities.

Office of Governor Ned Lamont
Cathy Osten
State Senator Martha Marx
State Representative Anthony Nolan
Aundré Bumgardner
State Representative Dan Gaiewski
Mayor Passero

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at CFA! Thank you for being part of our community.

Our offices and Early Childhood Development Centers will close at noon on Wednesday, November 26 and will reopen on Monday, December 1.

Please note that our Urgent Crisis Center will be open on Friday, November 28 from 10 to 6 and on Saturday, November 29 from 10 to 6.

11/25/2025

We’re hiring! Make a difference every day by supporting kids and families in our community. Multiple clinical and early childhood positions are open now, with opportunities in Pawcatuck, Westbrook, New London, and Groton.

Apply at childandfamilyagency.org/careers

11/24/2025

Thank you, Dom, for all you do with our Youth Engagement Partnership (YEP!).

NEW LONDON –  He’s a caring native New Londoner, who says he didn’t want to carry on working in education. But one year on and Dominique Griffin, the Community Navigator […]

11/12/2025

To our nurse practitioners: thank you for going above and beyond every day. Your dedication, compassion, and expertise make a real difference in the lives of those you serve.

11/10/2025

Our Healthy Futures Fall Fun Day brought families together for crafts, games, and seasonal treats. Parents and children spent the day creating, laughing, and connecting with others in the community.

CFA's Healthy Futures program offers in-home prenatal and early childhood support for families in Middlesex County. Learn more at CTCFA.org