Family Support
Strengthening family support systems so that families get the support they need before they reach a point of crisis.
Strengthening family support systems so that families get the support they need before they reach a point of crisis.
Family Support programs help families build the skills and connections they need to thrive. By meeting families where they are, these programs connect them to concrete supports, nurture healthy child development, and strengthen co-parenting relationships.
Family Centers are trusted community hubs where families find the support they need, when they need it. Whether navigating everyday parenting challenges or facing periods of stress, families can access individualized support, connect with other caregivers, learn new skills, and participate in programs that strengthen their caregiving role.
We partner with organizations across Massachusetts to provide parents and caregivers with essential tools, collaborative programs, and a supportive environment for navigating parenthood – building stronger families and communities.
Find a Family Center near you. The Children’s Trust partners with six organizations, serving more than 6,000 parents, caregivers and children in 30+ communities.
210 State Street
North Adams, MA 01247
413-664-4821
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35 Greenwood Avenue
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
508-687-9182
Serving:
Peabody School
70 Rindge Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
51 Inman St.
Cambridge, MA 02139
617-349-6385
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109 Lumber St Athol, MA 01331
978-249-5070
217 Walnut Street
Athol, MA 01331
987-249-8467
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Data from Fiscal Year 2025 (June 30, 2024 – July 1, 2025)
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This Family Support Friday session aims to equip participants with a framework for interpreting behaviors, reducing power struggles, and responding in ways that build trust, connection, and positive outcomes within families.
Read More about Behavior as Communication: Understanding Needs and Responses
This Family Support Friday is an interactive workshop that provides participants with practical tools and information to understand and apply consent-based sex education as a strategy to prevent child sexual abuse.
Read More about Teaching Consent Early: A Practical Approach to Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
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.
Read More about Teaching Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Feelings in Early Childhood Family Support Work