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We believe that everyone deserves access to the tools they need to build a stronger future. Browse resources by topic, program, or partnership below.
Resources for Parenting & Early Childhood
- List of Hampton Roads diaper bank distribution sites: Greater Hampton Roads Diaper Bank
- Interpersonal Violence Crisis-YWCA of South Hampton Roads: https://ywca-shr.org/
- Housing Crisis/Homelessness: ForKids or call 757-587-4202
- Food Insecurity—Enter your zip code and see a list of food pantries near you: Food Bank of Southeastern VA
- Online parenting webinars: CHKD
- Online parenting classes for separation: Online Parenting Programs
- Legal Aid: Legal Aid
- Legal FAQs: Virginia Legal Aid Society
Resources for Youth & Mentoring
- For kids who need additional support in the school setting: Communities in Schools
- Therapeutic Mentoring Services for behavioral issues: Compass
- After-school Program for late middle and high school students in Norfolk: Next Step to Success
Public Libraries
Resources for Housing and Finances
- Purchasing a Home
- Housing Stability
- Rental Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Community Development
Searching for a new home? Try www.virginiahousingsearch.com
Resources for Mental Health
Mental Health Resources by City
Substance Use Meeting Finder
SMART Recovery
Domestic Violence Resources
Shelters
- Union Mission
- Salvation Army | 203 W 19th St. Norfolk, VA | 757-622-3471
- Salvation Army | 5525 Raby Rd. Norfolk, VA | 757-543-8100
SAY (Sexually Acting-out Youth) Services
- Newport News Behavioral Health | 17579 Warwick Blvd, Newports News, VA | 757-888-0400
- Harbor point behavioral Health Center | 301 Fort Ln Portsmouth, VA | 757-393-0061
- North Spring Behavioral Health – 42009 Victory Ln Leesburg, VA | 703-777-0800
- Integrated Health Service | 757-838-1894
- Blakey Weaver Counseling Center | 757-255-8099
Miscellaneous
Resources for Disability Services
- For guardianship services: Jewish Family Services or call 757-938-9130
- For case management: Find your local Community Services Board: Virginia Association of Community Service Boards Inc.
Resources for Military & Veterans
- Veteran Crisis Line: Call 988, Text 838255, or Chat Online
- Veteran Affairs Resources: VA.gov
- Virginia Department of Veteran Services
- Cohen Veterans Network
Resources for Foster Care
Agencies That Assist Foster Children
The Friends of Foster Care
999 Waterside Dr., Suite 103
Norfolk, VA 23510
T: 757-227-4187
E: info@friendsoffostercare.org
www.friendsoffostercare.org
Connect With a Wish
2492 N Landing Rd., Ste. 102
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
T: 757-337-2657
E: officemanager@cwwvb.org
www.connectwithawish.org
Kids, Kin ‘n Caregivers, INC
6300 E Virginia Beach Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23502
F: 757.434.5162
E: kknc@cox.net
www.kids-kin-care.org
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