Child & Family is a private, nonprofit organization working every day to help the most vulnerable children, families, and seniors across Rhode Island since 1866.
Our mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and the communities in which they live by identifying needs and utilizing best practices. 

Practitioner Spotlight

Practitioner Spotlight

by | Apr 13, 2026 | FCT, Featured Story, News

“I love showing up for families when they need it most and I’m so proud of our team’s shared efforts to strengthen our Rhode Island community with our dedication to FCT. As a Certified Child Life Specialist working in community mental health, I am...
Our 2025 Year in Review

Our 2025 Year in Review

by | Mar 24, 2026 | Event News, News

Last year was a year of incredible engagement and support for Child & Family. Whether you volunteered, donated, or shared our mission, you are part of our success story. Dive into our 2025 Annual Report to see the data, the stories, and the vision for the year...
Heather’s Story

Heather’s Story

by | Aug 8, 2025 | Client Testimonial, Featured Story

Heather’s Story Thank you so much for being here today and for allowing me to share my story. My name is Heather,  I’m a proud 34-year-old single mother of four amazing children—who are my greatest motivation and source of strength. My oldest son is 16, my...