°ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± is committed to supporting parents in their role as their child’s first and most important teacher. We build strong relationships with families to support their well-being and create positive parent-child relationships, allowing both to learn and grow together.
Through partnerships with other trusted community service providers in DC and Maryland, °ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± works to ensure families find the services they need in the languages they speak. These services include:
°ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± develops and curates parent workshops and training based on the needs of our community. These opportunities allow families to learn about a wide range of topics, including parenting skills, child development, employment readiness, adult education, computer classes, and English language courses.
°ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± also provides concrete relief for our most vulnerable families, including diapers and pull-ups, infant formula, food, hygiene supplies, clothing, toys, and much more.
The children and families in our community were especially vulnerable to the social, health, and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which had disproportionately affected the vulnerable community we serve. This increased our families’ need for services that support family well-being.
During the pandemic, °ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± dramatically expanded community outreach and family support services, distributing:
Additionally, by June 2021, 1,300 community members received free onsite COVID-19 testing and vaccines at °ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½±â€™s Maryland site. And over 500 referrals were completed for services at our Maryland site, including:
Make an appointment with our Admissions Office to learn more about whether °ÄÃÅÌìÌìºÃ²Ê¿ª½± is right for you and your family.