Children and Families are at the Heart of Everything We Do.
PRO-DEV TRAINING SERIES
What They Do Tomorrow Depends on What We Do Today.
Childhood trauma can have life-changing effects on a child’s emotional development, potentially leading to physical, mental, and emotional symptoms that persist into adulthood. Children exposed to abuse, neglect and other home-based traumatic situations may experience disruption in attachment relationships, heightened stress levels, and increased risk for behavioral problems, academic difficulties, substance abuse and mental health disorders. But we can prevent that from happening by ensuring they get the help they need TODAY, so they’re not clinging to untreated emotional wounds as they head towards tomorrow. Quite simply, our efforts today will have a profound impact on the kind of life they’ll be living tomorrow.
At CAFCA, our member agencies provide quality care and treatment today to ensure those children have a tomorrow that offers the hope of a brighter future.
Advocacy
CAFCA works throughout the year to advocate on behalf of member agencies and the children and families they serve. We advocate on the local, state and national level, coordinating with other advocacy groups on issues of common concern.
Collaboration
At CAFCA, we understand the close relationship between communication, which involves the sharing of information, and collaboration, which involves working with others and using that information to solve problems. Through a collaborative spirit, CAFCA keeps its members highly informed using a variety of tools and resources which convey details and interpretation of relevant issues. During the legislative session, members also receive regular legislative updates from the lobbyists.
Education
CAFCA is committed to providing trainings, classes and workshops for professionals working in the child welfare arena. Breakout workshops are offered at our annual conference each year, and our new Professional Development Training Series features monthly virtual workshops presented by top industry experts, which helps ensure direct care staff are at the top of their game with the latest trends and best practices in providing care and treatment to clients.
Collaborate. Advocate. Educate.
CAFCA leads the collective voice for organizations that serve children, youth and families in Colorado.
For those dedicated to improving the lives of these at-risk populations, CAFCA stands apart as the champion and leading voice for organizations that advocate for children, youth and families, and for advancing policy and services on their behalf.
CAFCA has been a leading voice in child welfare since 1982.
Join Us.
Join this group of highly respected, dedicated professionals to advance your mission serving children and families!
GET IN TOUCH
Colorado Association of Family & Children’s Agencies (CAFCA) is a non-profit membership association founded in 1982. CAFCA is an active member of Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) and National Association of State Associations for Children (NOSAC).
CONTACT US
Phone: 720.560.3810
Email: info@
Address: P.O. Box 653,
Evergreen, CO 80439
CAFCA advocates for children and families who are at risk by supporting agencies and professionals in providing highest quality care, treatment and access to opportunities.