THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 Page 9 City endorses Foster MA program M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently announced that the City of Everett, in partnership with the Department of Children and Families (DCF), is promoting FosterMA, a program that encourages people to become foster parents. “Fostering a child in need can make all the difference in the world to them,” said DeMaria. “I am proud to support the DCF in their efforts to spread this powerful message. I hope that members of the Everett community will consider becoming a foster parent and change the life of a child in need.” There are children of all ages and backgrounds from across the Commonwealth who need someone to provide a safe and nurturing home until they can return to their families. Time spent in a stable and secure environment gives a child a chance to heal and grow. Foster parents don’t have to be a certain kind of person or family. Successful foster parents have different backgrounds and represent all kinds of families. Regardless of marital status or homeownership status, adults living in Massachusetts may be eligible to foster a child. For additional information and to learn how to become a foster parent, please contact DCF at 1-800-KIDS-508 or online at www.mass.gov/dcf. City to celebrate Brazil’s Independence Day M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett will be raising the Brazilian flag to celebrate Brazil’s Independence Day. The ceremony will occur on Tuesday, September 7 at 12:30 p.m. outside of City Hall on Broadway. “Raising the Brazilian flag on Brazil’s Independence Day is truly an honor,” said DeMaria. “There are numerous members of our community that have moved to Everett from Brazil or have Brazilian heritage and I am proud to celebrate this day with them. It is my hope that our community can join together and continue to celebrate all cultures and traditions.” Brazil achieved its independence in 1822. Everett has a strong Brazilian influence, and the City of Everett is looking forward to celebrating this occasion with the community. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA
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