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. 

Charlie

by | Sep 15, 2015 | Uncategorized

After receiving a referral from the Division of Elder Affairs Protective Services Unit regarding, Charlie, an elderly gentlemen who was living in a homeless shelter in Providence, Child & Family was quick to respond and assess his situation.  While interviewing...

Chantal, Vladmir and Nadira

by | Sep 15, 2015 | Uncategorized

An unplanned pregnancy derailed a young couple attending college with dreams of graduating, finding work and starting a life together. Eight months from finishing her bachelor’s degree in finance, Chantal a college senior working two jobs learned she was pregnant....

Theresa

by | Sep 15, 2015 | Uncategorized

I was 13 when I was introduced to Child & Family. I began seeing a therapist for abuse and trauma that I had experienced throughout my life

Stacey

by | Sep 15, 2015 | Uncategorized

After being abandoned by her husband of eighteen years, Stacey was left to raise her twelve year old son, nine year old niece who was developmentally delayed and eight year old nephew.  Although she loved them very much, the responsibility of raising three children...

Mike & Sandy

by | Sep 15, 2015 | Uncategorized

We came to Sandpipers in 2009 when we first became foster parents nearly 4 years ago.  While we were embarking on a new life journey, we both knew working in a safe and caring place for our foster children was a must.  We quickly found Sandpipers and have been...