WELCOME FROM  Joseph Crisco Jr. State Senator	WELCOME FROM Janice Gruendel  DCF Deputy Commissioner	Joette Katz DCF Commissioner

Thanks to all who participated in 2012 CT Family Day Events and Activities.

 We look forward to seeing you in 2013!!

Over 183 posters were entered in the 2012 CT FAMILY DAY Poster Contest.
The 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize winners are being contacted and prizes will be provided!
Thank you to all who shared their time and talent! 

This year's 2012 Poster Contest Winners are

1st Prize, Effrain Torres III, age 15
2nd Prize is Natalie Resto, age 13
3rd Prize is Sharon Vazquez, age 18

View the final version of the poster below...

If your local community is hosting a CT Family Day celebration,
click on the link below to enter information about the event
and we will add the event to our calendar. 

Community Events Calendar Form

Save the Date:  September 9, 2012 (September 9, 2012 is the "official date," but Family Day events happen throughout the year) Family Day Events Planned Around the State: Things to do In Connecticut 52 Great CT getaways Visit New England - Fairs and Festivals List of 2012 Connecticut Fairs Family Day Beliefs:   Families are the greatest natural resources to their children.  Families have primary responsibility for the well being of their children. Family support programs help families to successfully parent their children and should be available to all families who need assistance The development of children and their families is influenced by the culture, community and society in which they live. Families know their children best and raise them according to their history, beliefs, cultural background and the unique characteristics of their children. Families are in the best position to know their own strengths and needs.  Building on the capacities of families helps them to raise healthy children. The challenges of parenthood change as children grow and family circumstances change.  Families may need different supports at difference stages of development. Families are empowered to make good decisions when they have access to information about services, supports and resources.  When families make good choices and take action, they improve the well-being of their children, families and communities. All questions pertaining to CT Family Day should be directed to: Jackie Ford Department of Children & Families 505 Hudson Street Hartford, CT 06106 P:  203-641-5710 jacqueline.ford@ct.gov