Communities for Families
KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER
Our Communities for Families (CFF) program works to keep children out of foster care.
CFF achieves this by identifying and mitigating risk factors, ultimately strengthening families and helping them stay together.
HOW IT WORKS
Over a six to nine month period, DC127 walks alongside families to work on a plan toward stability.
We connect families to a caring volunteer team that works with the family during the program, acting as a support system and trusted friend. We assist parents with three self-stated goals to ensure every parent has access to the resources required to effectively care for their child or children.
This program results in stronger parents, decreased feelings of isolation, increased access to resources and life skills training, and ultimately safer homes for children.
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for the CFF program, you must live in Washington, DC, be the parent or guardian of minors, and have experienced one or more risk factors that would result in children being removed from your custody if appropriate intervention doesn't take place.
Some common risk factors include:
Active or current case with the DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA)
Experience of foster care (prior or active)
Domestic violence
Adolescent parenthood/pregnancy
History of substance or alcohol abuse
Working toward reunification with a child
Isolation and/or lack of support
While this program is voluntary, we do require engagement, communication, and commitment of the family for a minimum of six months.
You must meet all three eligibility requirements in order to be enrolled. While we are a Christian-based organization, families of all beliefs are welcome to CFF, and there is no requirement that they engage in faith of any kind while participating.
Get the Support You Need
DC127 is here for you! If you meet the eligibility criteria, support is available. Contact DC127 today by filling out a referral form for program interest.
Please note: Due to high demand, spots are limited based on availability. We place referrals on a wait list and reach out to interested families as space becomes available.
VOLUNTEER
Communities for Families (CFF) is volunteer-supported and necessary to providing a community to families in DC. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer team, check out our Get Involved Page.