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    We need YOUR SUPPORT especially NOW during our ANNUAL APPEAL. Support our mission to promote healthy lifestyles for youth and families!

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    STRENGTHENING FAMILIES with cutting edge parent workshops that address challenges our children and parents face today.
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    BUILDING COMMUNITY by bringing together local organizations, schools and town leaders to support our mission.
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    EMPOWERING YOUTH through leadership programs for elementary to high school age students.

    Current Events & Programs

    New Canaan Cares, Youth Programs

    Youth Programs

    Empowering youth to make positive life choices

    Parent Programs

    Strengthening families with cutting edge programs

    Community Programs

    Building connections among all age groups

    What is Happening at CARES

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    Our Mission

    New Canaan CARES is an independent, non-profit community organization whose purpose is to advance the health and well-being of youth and families. CARES provides responsive educational programs that support and strengthen parenting skills, positive youth development, and healthy lifestyles – free-of-charge.