About Us:

Each day, the Agency’s 200 highly-dedicated full and part-time staff members, along with volunteers, and interns from local Universities help to bring compassionate assistance to individuals in need.

Our staff consists of highly skilled professionals with a wide-variety of academic backgrounds that work tirelessly to respond to the needs of those seeking our help.

Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a non-profit family serving agency that strengthens the communities of Fairfield County. Skilled professionals serve clients in seven primary impact areas: youth development, family support, foster care, adoption, counseling, homeless services, and services for seniors.

History:

Family & Children’s Agency originally opened its doors in 1942 as the Family Service Bureau of Norwalk. In the early years, the Agency focused on counseling in response to the needs of women and families experiencing difficulties during World War II as they sought to cope with stress, separation, and loss.

In the 1950’s, Family & Children’s Agency continued its efforts to strengthen families, and also opened its Adoption program. In 1957, Family & Children’s Agency merged with Hartford Child and Family Services, becoming a statewide agency.

In response to changing community needs, in 1960 we introduced our HomeCare program to the community.

Family & Children’s Agency became an independent agency in 1977, serving the six area towns: Norwalk, Wilton, Westport, Darien, Weston, and New Canaan. Our adoption services are now available nationally and internationally.

In March of 1997, Lifeline of Southwestern Connecticut merged with Family & Children’s Agency to complement its HomeCare services.

In 1997, we changed our name to Family & Children’s Agency. As the years pass and community needs change, we’re here to help people realize life’s possibilities.