Family & Children's Agency

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re sharing a story about connection, courage, and long-awaited answers.

Kim placed her son for adoption in 1983. For 41 years, she quietly carried his memory, wondering if he was safe, healthy, and loved. This year, thanks to Family & Children’s Agency’s adoption search services, she finally met Adam and welcomed him into her life and family.

Their reunion is not just about finding someone, but about finding peace, gratitude, and a new chapter for both families.

Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/jwG650XyqIT

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at FCA.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we are deeply grateful for the people who make our work possible.
Thank you to our donors for your trust, our volunteers for your time and heart, our staff for your dedication, our community partners for your collaboration, and our clients for your resilience and courage.

We are proud to serve this community together.

Wishing you a meaningful Thanksgiving.

11/25/2025

Thank you to all who contributed and helped us sort food donations for our November food drive! We know times are hard for many of our neighbors, and these groceries and gift cards will really help.

Donors include: Carousel Preschool, AKA Omicron Upsilon Omega, The Esposito Family, RightClick, Magical Beginnings, Gallagher, Minks to Sinks Members, SLOBS – New Canaan, Rose Krivoshik, Albourne, Kayla Rosen and friends, Carolyn O’Brien, Emilia Woodhouse, Angela Wood, and Henkel. Thank you so much!

11/24/2025

So proud of our ASPIRE students who worked so hard in their elective at art space and got to showcase their work last week!

11/24/2025

When 75-year-old Luis moved to Norwalk with his 9-year-old son, Juan Felipe, he felt completely lost. He had no family nearby, little money left after paying rent, and didn’t know where to turn for help.

“I was completely lost,” he said. “Thank God I found Family & Children’s Agency. Anytime I need something, I can call.”

Luis was introduced to his case manager, Mayra, who helped him navigate nearly every challenge from enrolling Juan Felipe in school and applying for benefits to finding support for food, clothing, and utilities when things got tight. FCA even helped secure financial aid so Juan Felipe could join a soccer team.

Life isn’t easy, but Luis says FCA gives him hope and stability. “Without FCA, life would be very difficult,” he said.

Luis spends nearly every moment with his son, determined to give him the future he deserves.

“I spend a lot of time with my boy,” Luis said. “I have him, and he has me.”

Read Luis’ full story in our 2024–2025 Annual Report: https://ow.ly/PYtK50XgxyP

11/20/2025

Did you read this story about real people experiencing homelessness in CT by CT Insider
https://ow.ly/SiWh50XuLXJ

Want to learn more? Join us at noon today for our free Virtual Conversation to hear how providers help people already experiencing housing insecurity and how our communities can work to solve the housing crisis. Register for the link: https://ow.ly/iZOm50XuLXI

Housing stability plays a vital role in the strength and well-being of our communities. Fairfield County faces rising housing costs, limited availability, and long waitlists, creating challenges for residents at every stage of life. Join us for a conversation about the current housing landscape in o...

11/19/2025

Tomorrow's the day! Be sure to register for free now to get a link and join us tomorrow for our Virtual Conversation. We will be discussing current housing landscape in our region and what each of us can do to support a stable, inclusive community. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of the issues and practical ideas for supporting housing stability in Fairfield County.
https://ow.ly/4Lb050XtOw7

11/17/2025

At one point, Kirby was in hospice care, unable to walk and unsure if she would survive. Doctors told her she might not make it. But Kirby refused to give up.

Nearly two years later, she is sober, back in school, and rebuilding her life with purpose. She says the support she found through Family & Children’s Agency’s Project REWARD has been life changing.

“This has become my biggest support system,” Kirby said. “Having that one-on-one with a counselor every week has been essential to maintaining my sobriety and finding confidence in myself. It’s a really big blessing.”

Through counseling, trauma groups, and relapse prevention, Kirby learned new ways to heal and found a community rooting for her success. Today, she’s back on her feet literally and figuratively. She’s present for her son, cheering him on at his games, and preparing for a career helping others in recovery.

“Project REWARD gave me the opportunity to keep striving, to understand that it’s never too late to heal,” she said.

Read Kirby’s full story in our new Annual Report: https://ow.ly/qOzk50Xgxpk

11/14/2025

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out and shopped for a cause last night and a big thank you to Claudette's for having us!
Your support means so much to Family & Children’s Agency and the families we serve.

11/13/2025

Thank you to the Darien Lions Club for donating $2,700 in grocery gift cards to our November food drive! There is so much need and uncertainty in our community and this will really help so many of our clients. Lions Clubs International

We are still accepting grocery gift cards for donation! Send us a DM for details.

11/13/2025

Tonight’s the night!
6–8 p.m. at Claudette (106 Main St, New Canaan). Come shop, save, and support Family & Children’s Agency in one fun evening. See you there!
Claudette's

11/12/2025

Here's our final panelist for the November 20 Virtual Conversation: The Cost of Home. Meet Alexandra Sollazzo, LMSW.

Alex is the Program Director, Supportive Housing at Family & Children’s Agency. She's a Licensed Master Social Worker with over a decade of experience in supportive housing, clinical counseling, and family services. In her current role, Alexandra leads a multidisciplinary team of case managers, social workers, and interns ensuring the well-being and basic needs of clients in the community. Alex’s therapeutic work is grounded in a trauma-informed approach that prioritizes client-centered care and long-term wellness.

Alexandra’s experience expands into providing intensive in-home support to foster/kinship and pre-adoptive families, with a focus addressing intergenerational trauma. A graduate of Fordham University with a Master’s in Social Work, she holds a B.S. in Social Work from Western Connecticut State University. She is certified in SIFI supervision, a certified parent education instructor, and serves as The City of Norwalk Fair Housing Commissioner.

More info and register free here: https://ow.ly/mxtt50XmOVn