Child, Youth, & Family Services
Supporting children, youth, and caregivers from birth through the teen years — at home, in school, and in the community.
Every child deserves a safe start. Every family deserves support.
We meet families where they are with culturally responsive, multilingual services that help children succeed and give caregivers the tools to guide them.
From early childhood education and youth violence prevention to parenting workshops and court advocacy, our programs support children, teens, and caregivers at home, in school, and across the community.
Our Programs
Find the right support for your family.
For children & youth (birth - Age 5)
Early Head Start & Head Start
Free early childhood education programs for pregnant women and families with children ages 0–5 — supporting cognitive, emotional, and physical development from the very beginning.
SERVING
Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties
CASA
Birth to Age 18
Court-appointed volunteers who advocate for the best interests of children in the child welfare system — ensuring every child has a consistent, caring adult in their corner.
SERVING
City of Alexandria, Arlington County, and City of Falls Church
Healthy Families
Free home-visiting program providing new and expectant families with the support and skills to build safe, nurturing homes — from pregnancy through your child's early years.
SERVING
City of Alexandria and the Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William
Community Preschool
Full-day, full-year early childhood education for children ages 0–2.5.
SERVING
Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties
For youth (Ages 10 - 21)
Youth Initiatives Mental Health
Helping young people heal from trauma and thrive at home, at school, and in the community — through neighborhood-based counseling, family reunification support, and case management.
SERVING
City of Alexandria and Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties
Conexiones
Free, bilingual care navigation for Spanish-speaking children, teens, and young adults up to age 25 — connecting families to the behavioral health services they need.
SERVING
Fairfax County
Intervention, Prevention, & Education (IPE)
Gang prevention, intervention, and education services for youth ages 10–21 across Northern Virginia — helping young people build the skills and connections to choose a different path.
SERVING
City of Alexandria and the Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, and Prince William
CASA
Birth to Age 18
Court-appointed volunteers who advocate for the best interests of children in the child welfare system — ensuring every child has a consistent, caring adult in their corner.
SERVING
City of Alexandria and Arlington County
For families & caregivers
Family Programs
Evidence-based parenting workshops, group programs, and one-on-one coaching for caregivers with children ages 0–18 in both English and Spanish.
SERVING
Northern Virginia region
Youth Initiatives Mental Health
Counseling, family reunification support, and caregiver workshops for immigrant families — helping parents and children heal and reconnect after separation or trauma.
SERVING
City of Alexandria and the Counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William
Our Places
Early Care and Education Centers
Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms across Northern Virginia.
Multicultural Center
Trauma-informed care and case management for people rebuilding their lives in the United States.
Related Services
Community Health
Opening doors to healthcare, insurance enrollment, and prescription access for low-income and uninsured families.
HUNGER RESOURCE CENTER
Emergency food assistance and nutrition resources for families in Prince William County.
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