The roots of the local agency date back more than 100 years, to organizations pioneering adoption and foster care services for homeless children throughout Michigan. The western Michigan agency first opened its doors in Holland in 1957 as a field office of Child & Family Services of Michigan, responding to the needs expressed by the local community. Today, CFSWM is a private, independent community agency providing a broad range of social services to children and families in need. The agency offers services primarily to residents of Ottawa and Allegan Counties, with its administrative office remaining in Holland and field offices operating in Grand Haven and Allegan.