This collection documents the business of the Children's Friend and Family Services of Salem, Massachusetts, and is divided into six series.

Series I. History series includes the historical documentation about the Woodbridge House, where the organization is located, membership information, and photographs. There are also a number of scrapbooks which document the presence of the organization as covered by the media, which spans nearly a century.

Series II. Administrative records include meeting minutes for different committees and the Board, Secretary and annual reports, and plans for the future of the organization.

Series III. Financial records consist of accounts for the expenses of running the organization, fundraising events, statistics, and a large number of ledgers documenting the flow of money. Treasurer's reports are also included here.

Series IV. Case Files contains homemaker service applications and intake sheets. Due to the sensitive nature of the material and to protect the privacy of individuals, this series has been restricted. This material includes personal information such as names, addresses, financial information and health information.

Series V. Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) and Associated Charities and Series VI. Haverhill Branch document the organization's association with the CWLA and other charities, and the day-to-day business of the branch in Haverhill.