Children's Aid and Family Services

FOSTER CARE WEBINAR
2022-10-26 16:00 - 18:00, 2022-10-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-28 16:00 - 18:00, 2022-09-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-09-13 16:00 - 18:00, 2022-09-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) and 8 more dates | NJ
Could you foster a child?
There are many children in need of a nurturing family. Do you have questions about becoming a foster parent and want to learn more from the comfort of your home? We are hosting webinars and Q&A sessions for prospective foster parents on Zoom. Please call Sylvia, our Family Engagement and Community Outreach Specialist at 201-414-1076 for more information.

DENIM AND DIAMONDS 2022
2022-10-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417, United States
Friday, October 7, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Indian Trail Club – Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
LIVE MUSIC * DANCING * TOP-SHELF OPEN BAR * SIT-DOWN DINNER
50/50 RAFFLE * SILENT & LIVE AUCTIONS
HONORING
Holly and Frank Maschio
Wear your best denim, gems or sparkles, and join us for a fun-filled evening in support of the vulnerable children, adults and families we serve. Satisfy your down home yet sophisticated cravings with tastings of domestic craft beers and sparkling wines from around the world.

We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening with you and appreciate your continued support!
Our Silent Auction is now LIVE!
It is open and available to EVERYONE—please feel free to share the link with friends!
You do not have to purchase a ticket to Denim and Diamonds to participate in the auction; simply follow the directions below to register as an online bidder and participate from anywhere. *If you win an item, local delivery is available. If shipping is required, we kindly ask the winner to pay shipping charges.
If you are attending the event, this will also conveniently serve as your contactless registration. All guests are asked to kindly register prior to the event. Contactless registration can be completed on any smartphone, tablet or PC.
The auction will close on Friday, October 7th at 9:45 p.m.
Happy Bidding!
Contactless Registration
Follow the directions below to register as an online bidder.
To register as an online bidder: Click here
Please follow these directions to register as an online bidder:

In the top right corner of the page click, Get Started

Next, Create an Account and enter your email address

You will then be sent an email with the subject line “Greater Giving Login” (Check your inbox and junk mail).

To finish registration, click the link in the email.

Fill out the form, include your credit card information and start bidding!

For questions or assistance, please contact Christina Diomede at 201-740-7104.

We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening with you and appreciate your continued support!

Enjoy tastings of three delicious craft brews and four delectable sparkling wines at Denim and Diamonds!
BrewSA offers a wide range of premium craft brews which are 100% American-made. Whether it’s hops from Yaka Valley, Washington, wheat from North Dakota, or malt from Montana, only the finest ingredients across the nation are sought to create the perfect recipe.
Pilsner: Traditional American Pilsner that has a clean, crisp taste balanced with perfect amount of hops. ABV 4.9%
Pilsner light: Lighter version of our traditional Pilsner. ABV 4.2%
Nautical Mile IPA: All the good without the bite. Gracious amount of orange and citrusy hop aromatics. Deep orange in appearance with haze for daze. Finished with candy-like esters. ABV 7%
Carlo Russo Wine & Spirit World has been family-owned and operated for 70+ years. It remains the foremost destination for wine lovers from all around and with the added selection of some of the most exclusive Scotches and Bourbons, has added a new chapter in the evolving world of Wine & Spirits.
Segura Viudas Brut Rosé Cava: Strawberry and pink grapefruit perfume the glass of this gorgeous Cava rosado. It possesses a subtle richness thanks to its refined mousse and textural complexity, making it perfect with most appetizers or just as a glass on its own on the patio. Blend of 40% Trepat 40% Pinot Noir 20% Garnacha.
Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Prosecco, Italy: This classic Brut-style Prosecco has intense aromas of pear and apple and is harvested in the province of Treviso. Its nose is fruity and rather intense, and it is fresh and well-balanced on the palate. An ideal aperitif wine, it goes well with appetizers, white meats and fish. 100% Glera grape.
Roederer Estate Brut California Sparkling: From fog-shrouded Anderson Valley this shows supreme elegance, balance and poise. Attractive notes of citrus fruits, fresh dough, cashew nuts, star fruit, Mirabelle plum and fresh biscuits on the nose. The palate is dry with a lovely creamy texture, followed by an assertive and refreshing finish. Blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir with two years in contact with the lees.
Lucien Albrecht Crémant d’Alsace Brut Rosé: Crémant is a sparkling wine made outside of the Champagne region in France using the traditional champenoise method. The vivid palate fizzes with freshness and brings in lots of lemony brightness, and delicate red fruit character like strawberry and wild cherry. The finish is harmoniously balanced, complimented with a creamy texture and dry, crisp acidity. Made of 100% Pinot Noir.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Signature

Platinum

Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope

Leanne and Stuart Hinchen

Maureen and Dennis Martin

Gold

Cecily and Brian Healy

Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen

McInerney Jansen Family Foundation

Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver

Modia Butler

Jennifer and Joe Castelano

Ann Marie and Bruno Ciacciarelli

Bettina Daly and Don Strangfeld

Tracey and David Gerber

Anne and John Oros

Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer

Bronze
Bari and Didier Bloch

Myrna and Yale Block

Sarina and Ken Bronfin

CBIZ / Nichelle Santos

Edith and Tom Fiato

Shavonda and Kenneth Sumter

Karin and Christopher Vanuga

Advertisers

Parlance Chamber Concerts Inc.

Eileen and Gary Negrycz

Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets

Bart G. Mongelli, Partner

FOSTER CARE WEBINAR
2022-06-14 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-12-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2021-12-15 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-12-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-11-21 16:00 - 18:00, 2021-11-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-11-02 10:00 - 12:00 | NJ
There are many children in need of a nurturing family, especially in a time of crisis. Could you foster a child? Do you have questions about becoming a foster parent and want to learn more from the comfort of your home? We are hosting webinars and Q&A sessions for prospective foster parents on Zoom. Please call Sylvia, our Family Engagement and Community Outreach Specialist at 201-414-1076 for more information.

MOTHERS BEING HONORED AND REMEMBERED 2022
2022-05-08 | NJ
Theresa Alloway*
Jean Marie Anderson*
Mary Ann Anderson
Janice Balasny
Bethanie Beaulieu
Judy Beckmeyer
Margaret Bennett
Lisa Bertolini
Seema Bhatia-Karalekas
Lori Bogan
Bevin F Bolger
Megan M Bolger
In honor of staff
Jennifer Castelano
MaryAnn Castelano*
Dorothy Celestin
Julia Chiang
Bonnie Cope
Jennifer Cope
Mariann Crincoli
Sharon Davis
Anna Digilio
Ruth Dinowitz
Mary Dowsett
Linda Drag
Ann Drag*
Candice Edwards
Amy Elias
Arlene Elias
Ellen Elias
Maria Elias
Sarah Fedele
Eileen Ferguson
Fran Finlayson
Elizabeth Finnerty
Ruth Flora*

Michelle Flynn
Eileen Fox-Lospinoso
Margaret Frontain*
Tanya Gatti
Maria Gilosa
Betty Gorab
Kathy Gwozdz
Stacey Hamilton Sandler
Lorraine Harvey
Roberta Haselkorn
Dorothy Hawley
Mary Louise Healy
Becky Healy
Sarah Healy
Debbie Higgins
Peggy Hill*
Kim Jamgochian
Kim Jamgochian
Marion Jones*
Joanne Kearney*
Shawn Klauber
Julia Lajara*
Joanne LaMarca
Lynn LaMarca
Elizabeth Landau
Cionna Lane
Kim Langham
Mary Grace Lebosky
Charlene Little
Ning Lu
Rhoda Lubetkin
Gertrude Malloy
Marie Malloy
Bridgette Marra*
Margaret Martin*
Mary Mathisen*

Barbara McAllisters
Kathleen Molinaro
Beulah Moody*
Julia Mooney
Pam Mulhearn
Ada Mae O’Connor
Bridget O’Connor*
Josephine Pacillo*
Lauren Pearlstein Feinberg
Sarah Pearlstein Fentin
Mimi Ponticello*
Dania Quinn
Dina Ruden
Amy Rupino
Stephanie Scally
Jeannette Schiess*
Carolyn Schwartz
Kathie Schwartz
Louise M. Siek*
Corinne Simon
Allison Smith
Nicole Stranix
Jan Strauss
Bernadette Sudol*
Kate Surget
Phyllis Toto*
Lisa Tyler
Linda Van Duren
Mildred A. Van Ness*
Carol Vanuga
Diane Wade
Barbara Pearlstein Wasserman
Barbara Wasserman
Estelle Zwerling*

Happy Mother’s Day!

Thank You to Our Partners
Platinum
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Gold
Joan and Edward Doherty

Tracey and David Gerber

Cecily and Brian Healy

Maureen & Dennis Martin

Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen

Kathie and Wade Schwartz
Silver
Jennifer and Joe Castelano

The McInerney Jansen Family Foundation

Bronze
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer

Liz and David Mason

CELEBRATE A MOTHER, SUPPORT ANOTHER 2022
2022-04-05 00:00 - 2022-05-06 15:00 | NJ
This Mother’s Day, celebrate a special mother in your life by making a gift in her honor or in her memory to Children’s Aid and Family Services.
In grateful acknowledgement of your gift, your mom, children’s mom, grandmother, aunt, sister, sister-in-law or friend will receive a personalized Mother’s Day card from Children’s Aid, letting her know that she is helping other moms in the community to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. A personalized remembrance card will be sent to a family member in memory of a beloved mother.
These special cards will also contain a QR Code for your loved one(s) to easily link to our Mothers Being Honored and Remembered webpage which will list the names of all the fabulous moms being celebrated.
Your gift will celebrate and support the diverse group of mothers in the Children’s Aid family, including: Foster mothers who open their hearts and homes to children who have suffered from abuse, neglect and trauma; mothers whose adult children have intellectual and developmental disabilities and need a strong support system to help their children become more independent; mothers whose children are struggling with the devastating disease of addiction; and young mothers who have “aged out” of foster care and are working on educational and career goals to help them create better lives for themselves and their children.
By making an individual gift, you are helping to provide:

Sponsorships for educational or vocational training for young moms aging out of foster care
Specialized training for our therapeutic foster parents,
Diapers and baby essentials to families in need
Free support services for mothers with children suffering from the disease of addiction
Counseling for an adoptive mother

By becoming a PARTNER, you can support the initiative on a leadership level like sponsors of our events.
Partners will be recognized in all Celebrate a Mother, Support Another communications including weekly emails to over 2,000 active supporter and on social media posts. Partner Names/Logos will also appear on our Mothers Being Honored and Remembered webpage on cafsnj.org. Each Partnership level is invited to celebrate the special mothers in their lives.
To make an INDIVIDUAL gift or to become a PARTNER online, CLICK HERE.
To make an INDIVIDUAL gift or to become a PARTNER by check, CLICK HERE.
Beginning April 25th, 2022, the names of all the special moms being celebrated, and those of our Partners, will be posted and available for viewing on our Mothers Being Honored and Remembered webpage. Names will be added on an ongoing basis. Please consider making a gift before April 30th. We want these special moms to receive their cards before Mother’s Day! All mothers being honored through gifts received before May 5th will be added to our website before Mother’s Day.
All proceeds from Celebrate a Mother, Support Another will benefit the programs and services that Children’s Aid and Family Services provides to the vulnerable children, adults and families in our community.
Thank You to Our Partners
Platinum
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Gold
Joan and Edward Doherty

Tracey and David Gerber

Cecily and Brian Healy

Maureen & Dennis Martin

Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen

Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver
Jennifer and Joe Castelano

The McInerney Jansen Family Foundation

Bronze
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer

Liz and David Mason

SHARE THE LOVE COMMUNITY DIAPER DRIVE
2022-02-01 00:00 - 2022-02-28 23:30 | NJ
SHARE THE LOVE this February by participating in our community diaper drive to benefit local families in our Baby Basics program.
Baby Basics provides free nutritional formula and diapers for babies, newborn through two years of age, along with a safety net of emotional support and referrals for low-income families in Bergen, Essex and Passaic Counties.

DIAPER NEED, the struggle to provide babies with clean, dry diapers, negatively impacts childrens’ health, parents’ mental well-being and families’ economic stability.
You can help end diaper need by supporting Baby Basics individually or by partnering with your school, scout troop, co-workers, religious organization or business.
How You Can Help:

Place a donation box at your library, school or organization for donors to drop off diapers. At the end of the drive, drop off the donations at Children’s Aid and Family Services, 200 Robin Road, Paramus, N.J.
Participate VIRTUALLY by sharing our Baby Basics Amazon Wishlist with others using the link provided and have the diaper donations delivered directly to us!
Make a financial donation for Baby Basics and help us stock our diaper supply for the year.

Contact Christina Diomede at cdiomede@cafsnj.org or 201-740-7104 to get involved today!
Baby Basics has been keeping babies happy, healthy and dry for over 25 years and together, we can help end diaper need.
Use the links below to get started!
Baby Basics Drive Tool Kit – Download this tool kit for all your diaper drive needs.
Share the Love Community Diaper Drive Flyer – Download and Print to share in-person or via email.
Baby Basics Amazon Wishlist – Use and share this link to purchase diapers that will be delivered directly to us.
Make a donation to Baby Basics – Use this link to make a donation and help stock our diaper supply.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING THE LOVE!

Seeds of Change Conference
2021-11-12 11:45 - 14:45 | NJ

THE TREE OF ADDICTION 2021, Alcohol, Tobacco And Other Drugs Virtual Conference
2021-11-12 08:45 - 12:15 | NJ
8:45 – 9:15am – Registration/ Log in
9:15 – 9:45am – Welcome
9:45 – 11:00am – Keynote
11:15 -12:15pm – Workshop (Choose one)
FAQ’s
When is the conference?
The Tree of Addiction Conference is held every fall. This year the conference is on Friday, November 12th, 2021.
Where is the conference located?
Due to an abundance of caution surrounding COVID-19, we have decided to hold our 8th Annual Tree of Addiction Conference on Zoom Webinar . You will be able to enjoy the same conference from the comfort of your computer.
Who should attend this conference?
The target audience for this conference is advocates, concerned citizens, clinicians, educators, law enforcement, medical professionals, social workers/counselors, school staff, prevention workers, and treatment providers.
Are you offering any continuing education credits?
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources traditionally applies for continuing education from the Certification Board (LCADC, CADC, MFT, MFT- Permit, LPC, LAC LRC, and re-certification for all certifications issued by the Certification Board of New Jersey) and NJ National Association of Social Workers (NJ-NASW).
School/Education personnel will be able to receive professional development hours.
Can I pay with a Purchase Order?
If you need a purchase order reach out to Devlynn Ferguson at 201-740-7096 or dferguson@cafsnj.org
How do I request accommodations for a disability?
Building and event space are accessible via wheelchair. Other special accommodations can be made upon request. Contact Devlynn Ferguson at 201-740-7069 for more information.
How do I file a grievance or complaint?
TCADR will respond to all complaints in a timely and ethical matter. The Complainant submits a written grievance or complaint to Devlynn Ferguson at dferguson@cafsnj.org. If further information is needed, TCADR will contact the complainant and provide an opportunity where the complainant can provide further information. TCADR reviews the available information and determines a course of action/resolution. A response will be sent to the complainant in writing that describes the determination/resolution.
I am interested in becoming a sponsor. How do I do that?
We will not be having sponsors this year but we will next year when we return to an in person event. You can contact Kaetlynn Ayala at 201-740-7109 for more information.

AN EVENING OF MYSTERY AND MAGIC
2021-10-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417, United States
Please join us on Friday, October 29, 2021
for a Maskerade featuring a fun-filled evening of mystery and magic!
Cocktail Hour – Live Music – Dancing – Open bar – 50/50 Raffle
Silent & Live Auctions
This year we are proud to recognize Thomas Hewitt and Charlie Ponti for their remarkable commitment and dedication to the agency and community we serve.
Enjoy a delectable sit-down dinner, top shelf open bar and a spirits tasting led by two of NJ’s finest award-winning craft distillers.

We look forward to gathering together in support of the vulnerable children, adults, and families we serve. Please feel free to wear whatever mask makes you most comfortable!
SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Festive Black and White
BYOM: Bring Your Own Mask(s)
Self parking only
In order to ensure the safety of our guests, clients, and staff, all CDC guidelines will be followed and proof of Covid-19 vaccination will be required for entry. Please email a copy of your Covid-19 vaccination card to Events@cafsnj.org by October 22, 2021.
Click here to purchase your tickets, sponsorship or journal ads!
Our Silent Auction is now LIVE and open to EVERYONE!
You do not have to purchase a ticket to the Maskerade to participate in the auction; simply follow the directions below to register as an online bidder and participate from anywhere.
If you are attending the event, this will also conveniently serve as your contactless registration. Registration can be completed on any smartphone, tablet or PC.
CONTACTLESS REGISTRATION DIRECTIONS
To register as an online bidder: CLICK HERE.
Please follow these directions to register as an online bidder:

In the top right corner of the page click, Get Started
Next, Create an Account and enter your email address.
You will then be sent an email with the subject line “Greater Giving Login” (Check your inbox and junk mail).
To finish registration, click the link in the email.
Fill out the form, include your credit card information and start bidding!
The auction will close on Friday, October 29th at 9:45pm.
For questions or assistance, please contact Liz Kordonsky at 201-740-7107.

With the support of partners like you, Children’s Aid and Family Services has identified and addressed the needs of some of the most vulnerable children, adults, and families in our community for over 120 years. With your help, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors.
#2021CAFSMaskerade
Our Sponsors:
Signature

Platinum

Gold
Dr. Jennifer and Timothy Cope
Kim Cosimano
Tracey and David Gerber
Cecily and Brian Healy
Leanne and Stuart Hinchen
Maureen and Dennis Martin
Joanne LaMarca and Tyler Mathisen
McInerney Jansen Family Foundation
Kathie and Wade Schwartz

Silver
Sarina and Ken Bronfin
Mary Krugman and Barry Poskanzer
Anne and John Oros
Cheryl and David Sabath

Bronze
Jennifer and Joseph Castelano
Delight and Paul Dodyk

Advertisers
Ellen and Michael Jacobs
Insurance Group
Parlance Chamber Concerts Inc.

Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets
