“I am inspired by Dr. Dave Pitonyak who encourages us to ask: ’Who audits loneliness? Who champions relationships?’” A Conversation with Danielle Powers-Diaz, Chair, CFS’ Natural Supports Committee Since first forming in 2014, CFS’ Natural Supports Committee has developed and plays an integral role at the organization. But what is “Natural Support”? Chair of the
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Let’s Support Each Other and Spread Love
Early in the pandemic several individuals that CFS supports joined up to form the CFS Poetry Club. Every other week for two years, the Club has met on Zoom with CFS staff from the Innovative Planning Department to share their creative work, collaborate with one another, and connect with participants from a variety of programs
Read moreCFS Celebrates June with Juneteenth and Pride Activities
At the Center of Family Support, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are central to everything we do, and we live it every day. Those we support are encouraged by our staff to express themselves freely and live the lives they want to live. Throughout the month of June, you can find our participants at many
Read moreThe Mets Took CFS Out to the Ballgame!
On May 15th, 100 CFS participants from a variety of programs saw the Mets take on the Mariners at Citi Field. Although the Mets lost by one run, it was a great day out for so many of our participants who got to enjoy the atmosphere and the company of their friends. We’re grateful to the
Read moreCFS Poetry and Photography Club Celebrates Spring
Early in the pandemic several individuals that CFS supports joined up to form the CFS Poetry Club. Every other week for two years, the Club has met on Zoom with CFS staff from the Innovative Planning Department to share their creative work, collaborate with one another, and connect with participants from a variety of programs
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