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Hamilton Child and Family Supports (HCFS) is a non-profit, community organization legally mandated to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect.
HCFS strives to ensure the safety and well-being of the community’s children and youth, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through culturally-competent services, with the support of the community, we help parents and caregivers build healthy families and provide a safe environment for children and youth.
Call us. We are here to help. We are available by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the community.
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1 days ago
Do you live or work in Hamilton?
Serving on our board is a powerful way to give back locally while developing leadership skills and meaningful connections.
Join our virtual Board Recruitment Info Session on Tuesday, March 24 from 6:30-7:30pm.
To RSVP, e-mail …info@hamiltoncfs.ca ✉️
#HamOnt
#BoardRecruitment
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
1 days ago
Do you live or work in Hamilton?
Serving on our board is a powerful way to give back locally while developing leadership skills and meaningful connections.
Join our virtual Board Recruitment Info Session on Tuesday, March 24 from 6:30-7:30pm.
To RSVP, e-mail …info@hamiltoncfs.ca ✉️
#HamOnt
#BoardRecruitment
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
Do you live or work in Hamilton?
Serving on our board is a powerful way to give back locally while developing leadership skills and meaningful connections.
Join our virtual Board Recruitment Info Session on Tuesday, March 24 from 6:30-7:30pm.
To RSVP, e-mail …info@hamiltoncfs.ca ✉️
#HamOnt
#BoardRecruitment
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
2 days ago
This Black History Month, we honour the Black foster caregivers like Rose who provide children with a sense of belonging, cultural identity, and a mirror to see their own potential.
Thank you for nurturing the roots that help kids grow.
We need more foster homes that reflect the …diversity of those we serve. Your lived experience is a gift to children and youth.
Learn how your unique background can support children and youth in foster care.
Visit our website to start your journey: https://hamiltoncfs.ca/foster-care/
#HamOnt
#HCFS
#TheretoCare
#BHM
#Fostering
2 days ago
This Black History Month, we honour the Black foster caregivers like Rose who provide children with a sense of belonging, cultural identity, and a mirror to see their own potential.
Thank you for nurturing the roots that help kids grow.
We need more foster homes that reflect the… diversity of those we serve. Your lived experience is a gift to children and youth.
Learn how your unique background can support children and youth in foster care.
Visit our website to start your journey.
#HamOnt #HCFS #TheretoCare #BHM #Fostering
This Black History Month, we honour the Black foster caregivers like Rose who provide children with a sense of belonging, cultural identity, and a mirror to see their own potential.
Thank you for nurturing the roots that help kids grow.
We need more foster homes that reflect the… diversity of those we serve. Your lived experience is a gift to children and youth.
Learn how your unique background can support children and youth in foster care.
Visit our website to start your journey.
#HamOnt #HCFS #TheretoCare #BHM #Fostering
2 days ago
Ramadan Mubarak to all of those who are observing!
As Ramadan begins at sundown this evening, we honour the children, youth, families, caregivers, and communities who celebrate this important time.
We recognize the significance of cultural traditions in supporting identity, …belonging, and well-being for children and youth.
To everyone observing, we wish you peace, renewal, and joy throughout the month.
#RamadanMubarak
#HamOnt
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
Ramadan Mubarak to all of those who are observing!
As Ramadan begins at sundown this evening, we honour the children, youth, families, caregivers, and communities who celebrate this important time.
We recognize the significance of cultural traditions in supporting identity, …belonging, and well-being for children and youth.
To everyone observing, we wish you peace, renewal, and joy throughout the month.
#RamadanMubarak
#HamOnt
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
2 days ago
Ramadan Mubarak to all of those who are observing!
As Ramadan begins at sundown this evening, we honour the children, youth, families, caregivers, and communities who celebrate this important time.
We recognize the significance of cultural traditions in supporting identity, …belonging, and well-being for children and youth.
To everyone observing, we wish you peace, renewal, and joy throughout the month.
#RamadanMubarak
#HamOnt
#HCFS
#Community
#TheretoCare
3 days ago
Happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating!
For many families, this season symbolizes reunion, storytelling, and honouring heritage – traditions that strengthen children’s sense of identity and belonging.
In child welfare, we are committed to supporting culturally meaningful… celebrations and ensuring every child has the opportunity to stay connected to their roots.
May the Year of the Horse bring courage, joy and bright pathways forward for children, youth and families.
#LunarNewYear
#HCFS
#ChildWelfare
#Community
#HamOnt
Happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating!
For many families, this season symbolizes reunion, storytelling, and honouring heritage – traditions that strengthen children’s sense of identity and belonging.
In child welfare, we are committed to supporting culturally meaningful… celebrations and ensuring every child has the opportunity to stay connected to their roots.
May the Year of the Horse bring courage, joy and bright pathways forward for children, youth and families.
#LunarNewYear
#HCFS
#ChildWelfare
#Community
#HamOnt
3 days ago
Happy Lunar New Year to everyone celebrating!
For many families, this season symbolizes reunion, storytelling, and honouring heritage – traditions that strengthen children’s sense of identity and belonging.
In child welfare, we are committed to supporting culturally meaningful… celebrations and ensuring every child has the opportunity to stay connected to their roots.
May the Year of the Horse bring courage, joy and bright pathways forward for children, youth and families.
#LunarNewYear
#HCFS
#ChildWelfare
#Community
#HamOnt
6 days ago
Happy Have a Heart Day! Celebrated since 2012, Have a Heart Day is a child and youth-led reconciliation event that brings together caring Canadians to help ensure First Nations children can grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy, and be proud of who they are.
…#HaveAHeartDay
#Reconciliation
#HCFS
Happy Have a Heart Day! Celebrated since 2012, Have a Heart Day is a child and youth-led reconciliation event that brings together caring Canadians to help ensure First Nations children can grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy, and be proud of who they are.
…#HaveAHeartDay
#Reconciliation
#HCFS