Let’s protect every childhood.
Preventing child abuse and neglect so all families can thrive.
Upcoming Trainings
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FatherhoodFriday, April 10, 10:00 am – 12:00 pmFathers Influence on Early Literacy
Discover innovative ways to engage fathers in early literacy through this dynamic, research-based presentation.
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Family SupportFriday, April 10, 10:00 am – 12:00 pmTeaching Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Feelings in Early Childhood Family Support Work
In this Family Support Friday workshop, participants will learn what emotional intelligence means for young children, explore why it matters so much when working with families, and identify a myriad of ways to incorporate social-emotional learning into their family support work.
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HFM Staff OnlyTuesday, April 14, 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSupporting Physical Development in Early Childhood
This training supports home visiting staff in promoting physical development in young children from infancy through the preschool years.
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Our Voices
Prevention is possible—and we know what it takes: stable relationships, economic security, access to support, and communities that wrap around families instead of isolating them.”
Jennifer Valenzuela, Children’s Trust Executive Director
Being a father isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being present. And when we help professionals really see dads, really hear them, we open doors that can change the whole trajectory of a family.
Steven Pascal, Children’s Trust Director of Home Visiting
My message is simple: This work is urgent, and it’s possible. With support from donors, agencies, professionals and people like you, the Children’s Trust can continue to work toward a future where every child can thrive.
Kate Haranis, Chair of the Children’s Trust Board of Directors
Resources
Explore professional development and prevention resources for family support staff.
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insightApril 3, 2026“Dad Bags”: How home-cooked meals helped kids build resiliency
When the pandemic disrupted in-person programs, a Massachusetts family center created “Dad Bags” to help fathers and children stay connected through shared meals and activities at home.
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insightMarch 27, 2026Giving His Daughter a Childhood That Feels Different
After becoming a single father, Damien found support through Healthy Families Massachusetts. Home visiting helped him build confidence, strengthen parenting skills, and create a stable, loving childhood for his daughter.
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insightMarch 20, 2026Meeting Fathers Where They Are
A Haitian Creole-language fatherhood program supported families in a Massachusetts shelter, offering culturally relevant parenting support through a partnership between state and community organizations.
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