Let’s protect every childhood.
Preventing child abuse and neglect so all families can thrive.
Upcoming Trainings
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FatherhoodTuesday, February 24, 11:00 am – 2:00 pmFebruary Berkshire County Fathers & Family Network Meeting
Partnering with Dad enhances support for Mom. This training will highlight the challenges & opportunities of partnering. This training is open to anyone serving fathers.
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HFM Staff OnlyTuesday, February 24, 9:00 am – 12:00 pmWhat’s Religion Got to Do With It?
Talking with someone about the role that faith plays in their life or their connection with a faith community can sometimes feel awkward, inappropriate, or irrelevant.
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HFM Staff OnlyWednesday, February 25, 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSupporting Social-Emotional Development in Early Childhood
Learners explore how early interactions with trusted adults lay the groundwork for secure attachment, communication, confidence, and emotional regulation.
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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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newsFebruary 18, 2026Given our Social Safety Net, Racial Disparities in DCF are Unacceptable
When families receive support before they reach crisis, children stay safe and families thrive. Originally published in The Boston Globe, this Letter to the Editor highlights the power of concrete support.
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insightFebruary 13, 2026Becoming a Dad in a Pandemic: Chris’s Story
After becoming a single father at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chris found guidance and support through Healthy Families Massachusetts, helping him build confidence and a strong connection with his daughter.
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insightFebruary 6, 2026From Foster Care to Family Stability: Norland’s Story
After growing up in foster care, Norland credits Healthy Families Massachusetts with helping him build lifelong skills around goal setting, problem-solving, and parenting that continue to guide his career and family life today.
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