At Cayuga Centers, our mission has remained steadfast: to help children and families, no matter what! Everyone is welcome here.
Since 1852, Cayuga Centers has cared for vulnerable children, families, and individuals. While we work to keep families together, we provide them with psychological, medical, and educational support. As a nonprofit with 170 years of caring for children and families, we always put their needs first. Our organization offers a holistic and data-informed approach to social services by breaking the cyc
le of trauma and providing a bundle, multisystemic technique to child and family services. We tend to the specific needs of each family by creating a tailored service plan for each youth and by meeting families where they are - we do this by involving the entire community surrounding a child, offering in-home therapy, 24/7 on-call support, a treatment team, and in-depth coaching and training for foster parents. We believe this approach creates an environment that allows the foster youth to heal and for families to grow stronger. We implement evidence-based treatment programs that successfully address youth and family life issues. We are a nationally accredited nonprofit human services agency headquartered in New York, NY, with services throughout the US. To donate, become a foster parent, or learn more about Cayuga Centers’ competitive salaries, hybrid schedule, generous paid time off, and robust benefits, visit our website at cayugacenters.org.
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Cayuga Centers is committed to cultivating an environment that is LGBTQIA+ inclusive - for children, youth and their families, individuals, foster parents, employees, and the communities we serve.
03/17/2026
Today and every March, we celebrate the contributions of social workers everywhere. We are especially grateful for the social workers who are an integral part of our team. Your commitment to helping those we serve and fostering positive change in our communities is inspiring.
02/25/2026
Social work is so much more than paperwork — it’s stepping into real homes, real neighborhoods, and real challenges to support children and families. Every home visit carries both opportunity and risk, which is why preparation and safety planning are essential.
What does it mean to foster a child whose racial identity is different from your own? Transracial fostering has challenged perceptions and sparked debate for generations.
Discover how you can show up with authenticity and care for youth of color navigating these realities: https://ow.ly/Akc350Yeuy5
02/20/2026
Whether it’s advocating for human rights, supporting access to education, or standing up for equality, every small action counts.
02/16/2026
Fun fact for Presidents’ Day: George Washington was one of the few presidents who didn’t live in the White House—it wasn’t even built yet! 🏛️
02/14/2026
Happy Valentine's Day 🧡
02/13/2026
Foster parents give so much of themselves to support youth who may be navigating trauma — but caring for yourself is just as important. From deep breathing to short mindful breaks, even five minutes of self‑care can make a difference in your day and help you show up fully for the child in your home.
Since launching in 2021, Cayuga Centers has expanded PRS across the country—opening offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Baltimore, and Fort Lauderdale—to ensure unaccompanied children have the support they need no matter where they go.
When creativity meets compassion, healing can happen. This blog shares how an art class grew into a supportive space where children felt seen, heard, and valued. Take a moment to read—it’s worth it.