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For Veterans and Military Families, call 757-965-8686.

We are committed to partnering with children, families, and communities to improve lives and outcomes through prevention, intervention and support services.

Strengthening Families

Investing in Children

Creating Community

Valuing Mental Health

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Investing in Children

Creating Community

Valuing Mental Health

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Housing & Financial Counseling

“My situation has improved so much. I have been so happy these last few months. I have a real shot now at keeping this house and it’s all because (The Up Center) helped me.”

—Arthur, The Up Center client

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OUR PROGRAMS AT WORK

Team Up Mentoring

“The changes I’ve seen in Jaydah and Demii are immeasurable. They’ve grown so much and now think of each other before themselves. The program has changed me as well-I've gained so much patience and become more adventurous. Together we’re making a difference in the community and having fun while doing it.”

—Katie, Team Up Mentor

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Family & Child Counseling

“Who we were, how we were the day we walked in…I wouldn’t even recognize those people today. The Up Center’s support of my family has gone above and beyond my wildest expectations. The understanding…the support… without them, I don’t know where we would be today.”

—Johanna, The Up Center client

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Make Your Donation Count

90 cents of every dollar donated to The Up Center is used to help families overcome unforeseen challenges and work towards a sustainable future.

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Parent Education & Support

“There’s a lot of pressure being a single mom. Brandie helps me with my anxiety.”

—Jennifer, The Up Center client

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Careers
at The Up Center

"I love working at The Up Center because the standards we set for ourselves are high. I am proud of that fact that our normal course of action for our clients is maybe what others consider to be above and beyond."

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—Joe, Therapeutic Family Clinician, Foster Care & Adoption

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The Military Family Clinic

“The (Military Family) Clinic has been an incredible asset to my command and is a true partner for us.”

—David Collins, Director, Hampton VA Medical Center

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Working Together

“You are on the front lines every day helping families and individuals in need and we so appreciate what you do, especially during this COVID time.”

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—Michele Anderson, President & CEO, The United Way of South Hampton Roads

We are committed to partnering with children, families, and communities to improve lives and outcomes through prevention, intervention and support services.

Strengthening Families

Investing in Children

Creating Community

Valuing Mental Health

Strengthening Families

Investing in Children

Creating Community

Valuing Mental Health

Events Coming Up

Become a Foster Parent with The Up Center

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