Strong Families.
Strong Fall River.
We walk alongside parents, kids, grandparents and caregivers with counseling, parenting education, youth mentoring, food & basic needs — so every family on Bedford St to Flint Village can thrive.
families / year
in community
feel more supported
given to students last August + free haircuts, physicals & joy
101 Rock St, Fall River MA 02720
A family neighbor since 1985, in the heart of Fall River.
Family Fall River (Family Service Association) began in a small Rock Street office with one belief: no family should face hard times alone. Today we are a multi-cultural team of counselors, educators, social workers and neighbors serving English, Portuguese, Spanish and Haitian Creole speaking families.
- ✅ Whole-family care: from prenatal to grandparents — counseling, case management, and concrete help in one place.
- ✅ Rooted locally: partnerships with schools, health centers, churches, Battleship Cove events and city programs.
- ✅ Free & confidential: most programs are free, with interpretation, evening hours and home visits.
- ✅ Strength-based: we build on what families already do well — resilience, faith, culture, love.
🎯 Mission
Strengthen families and prevent crisis through accessible counseling, education and community connection.
👁 Vision
A Fall River where every child grows up safe, every parent feels supported, and every elder belongs.
💛 Values
Dignity • Equity • Compassion • Collaboration • Hope. We meet you where you are, without judgment.
One door, many kinds of help.
Walk in, call, or message us. A family navigator will listen and connect you within 24 hours.
Family & Individual Counseling
Trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict and life transitions. In-person & telehealth.
Book a consult →
Parenting Education
Nurturing Families, Triple P, fatherhood groups, teen parent support, playgroups 0-5. Dinner + childcare included.
See classes →
Food, Diapers & Essentials
Weekly pantry, diaper bank, winter coats, back-to-school, holiday gifts and emergency funds for rent & utilities.
Get essentials →
Youth Mentoring & After-School
Homework help, arts, sports, summer jobs, college prep for ages 8-18 across Flint, South End and Highlands.
Join youth club →
Grandparents & Seniors
Grandparents raising grandchildren, companionship visits, benefits help, wellness checks and social lunches.
Support for elders →
Housing & Stability
Eviction prevention, RAFT & HomeBASE navigation, budgeting coaching, and referrals to shelters & jobs.
Talk to navigator →Weekly rhythms your family can count on.
All free. No insurance needed. Interpretation in PT / ES / HT. Childcare always provided.
👶 Mon • Little Steps 0-5
10am Playgroup + songs, early literacy, developmental screening. Rock St Family Center.
Every Monday • Drop-in
🧡 Tue • Nurturing Parents
6pm 12-week series: positive discipline, stress, co-parenting. Certificate + dinner.
Next cohort starts soon
🎨 Wed • Youth Studio
3:30pm Art, music, basketball & tutoring for 10-16 y.o. South End site + snacks.
After-school • Free
🥕 Thu • Pantry & Diapers
Fresh produce, diapers sizes N-6, wipes, formula. Bring ID, no questions beyond zip.
9am–1pm • Weekly
👨👧 Fri • Dads Circle
Fatherhood brotherhood: jobs, custody support, BBQ nights, kids welcome. Led by dads.
6pm • Biweekly
🎉 Sat • Community Saturdays
Monthly block parties, health fairs, Battleship Cove trips, holiday distributions.
Once a month • All ages
Real help, measured in neighbors.
Founded on Rock Street to prevent foster care placements.
Added bilingual parenting center & after-school.
COVID response: 40k meals, remote counseling.
New Family Hub: one building, all services.
“They treated us like family.” — Maria, Flint Village mom of 3
“After my husband lost work, Family Fall River helped with rent, diapers, and counseling for my son. Now I volunteer at pantry Thursdays.”
“My son smiles again.” — Deon, South End dad
“Dads Circle and youth studio changed everything. Grades up, fights down. Coaches actually show up.”
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We publish parenting tips, pantry hours and event recaps every week.
Questions? Good. We love them.
Is help really free?
Yes — most counseling, classes, pantry and youth programs are free thanks to donors and state grants. Some therapy can bill MassHealth if you have it, but no one is turned away.
Do I need to live in Fall River?
Priority is Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport and Tiverton, but anyone in Bristol County can call. We'll refer if we're not the best fit.
What languages do you speak?
English, Portuguese, Spanish and Haitian Creole on staff, plus phone interpretation for 200+ languages.
How fast can I get counseling?
Urgent family needs are triaged same-day. Routine intake is usually within 5-7 days. Walk-ins welcome Mon-Thu 9-3.
Can I volunteer or donate diapers?
Absolutely! Pantry Thursdays, homework helpers, holiday drives. Use the form below — we reply within a day.
Tell us what your family needs.
101 Rock Street, Fall River, MA 02720
Mon–Fri 8:30–5 • Pantry Thu 9–1
508-678-7541 • [email protected]
Crisis? Call or text 988 anytime. For DCF emergencies call 911. We are not an emergency shelter but we will connect you fast.
Request callback in 24h
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