Proven programs that support and partner with families.
Akin works to achieve positive outcomes for families, made possible through close working partnerships. The comprehensive services and programs we offer are the result of over a century of working within and alongside Washington state communities.
Akin’s broad continuum of care ranges from prenatal to adulthood, leveraging over a century of experience to advance child and family well-being, strengthen caregiver-child relationships and develop a skilled workforce for child and family support. We offer 30+ programs statewide and partner with several that have national impact.
We prioritize relationships and social justice in our approach to programs and services.
Below is an overview of our offerings. For more information on our programs and services in family support, early learning and mental and behavioral health, please reach out to your region’s office.
Child and family resources
Extensive resources tailored for both children and families from prenatal and beyond, with strategies and activities promoting early childhood development and specialized parenting support including: Life Skills Education | Parenting Classes & Workshops | Play and Learn groups | Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers | Head Start | Home Visiting | ECEAP
Counseling and support
A full complement of family-centered counseling programming are available with in-person and virtual opportunities including: Community-Based Mental Health Services | School-Based Support, Parenting Support Groups | Wrap-Around Supports | FIND Video Coaching
Community capacity building
Fostering community capacity and enhancing well-being through workforce development and coalition building toward systemic change such as: Center for Early Relational Health | Washington Family Support Network | Low Income Housing Institute
The Washington Family Support Network ensures every community can access holistic support.
In cities across Washington state, Family Resource Centers (FRC) are multigenerational, family-oriented and welcoming spaces where families can find support, services, resources, referrals and, importantly, community. FRC services strive to:
Enhance parenting skills.
Foster the healthy development and well-being of children, youth and families.
Prevent child abuse.
Connect families to resources.
Increase school readiness.
Develop parent and community leadership.
Promote family economic success.
The Center for Early Relational Health
The growth and development of young children hinge on the positive emotional connections formed between babies, toddlers and their parents or caregivers. The Center for Early Relational Health is a hub for providers and families to connect and grow in their relationships with young children through resource sharing, specialized training and learning from each other to support our youngest humans.
Get involved.
The need is greater than ever. With your help, we can continue elevating families — and communities. Learn more about ways you can support us, so we can support them.
Join Akin.
Looking for a role that really matters? Join one of the biggest and most impactful family services nonprofit in Washington state. When you work at Akin, you make a difference every day.
