The Nest

04/13/2026

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02/19/2026

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03/11/2025

Along with one-to-one mentorship, The Nest families are given the opportunity to participate in individualized goal setting, counseling, recovery support, and parenting and life skills education. The Nest integrates healthcare and social services based on keeping children safe with their families.

Find out more about The Nest at https://thenestcares.org

03/10/2025

"Science tells us that the stress of abuse or neglect can damage the basic structures of a child’s developing brain. Without the right help, it can put them at risk of a lifetime of health problems, developmental issues, and addiction."

The Nest acts as a support for mom/baby duos who are at risk for unhealthy generational cycles so infants can grow and build "solid brain architecture" that will impact their entire lives!

Find out more about The Nest at https://thenestcares.org

"It’s up to us to make sure that children overcome these stresses and have the nurturing experiences they need for positive development."

This 'Brain Builders' video explains how experiences in the first years of our lives affect how our brains form. Science tells us that the stress of abuse or...

03/08/2025

The Nest offers resources in many ways to moms in need! If you're interested in contributing towards the work of The Nest to make a life-long impact in the lives of at-risk infants and mothers, please reach out at [email protected] and find out more at https://thenestcares.org.

03/03/2025

Each participant at The Nest is matched with a Mother Mentor, a volunteer community member, for 1 year. They meet regularly for supportive conversation to develop and realize reintegration. This includes assisting the participant to navigate through the barriers they face by providing guidance and community resources.

Find out more at https://thenestcares.org

03/02/2025

Do you ever feel like everywhere you turn there are people in need? Even if you can't solve a problem for everyone you can have a significant impact on someone. Invest your energy in something that will make a lasting impact in someone's life for generations to come. You CAN make a difference!

"Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone." - Andy Stanley

02/28/2025

"Kids are hardwired to seek out meaningful connections. Not receiving them creates confusion and stress."

Help change the future of kids in our community by partnering with The Nest as we mentor moms of at-risk babies to create safe, stable, and loving relationships with their children.

https://thenestcares.org

"What if I was to tell you that a game of peek-a-boo could change the world?" asks seven-year-old Molly Wright, one of the youngest-ever TED speakers. Breaki...

02/25/2025

Thank you for praying for our ministry! Here are some ways you can pray specifically:

🙌 For the moms we mentor and their progress in breaking generational cycles for their kids

🙌 Provided wisdom for moms who are mentoring other moms

🙌 For provision through generous donors so we can continue to offer resources and support

🙌 For our staff and board to and their leadership

🙌 For impact in the lives of moms and babies that last a lifetime

Find out more about The Nest at https://thenestcares.org

02/22/2025

The Nest provides support for pregnant women and new moms struggling with addiction, homelessness, domestic violence, or other adverse events through mother-mentor relationships and other resources.

Follow our feed for helpful videos, resources, and tips on parenting young children and the need for postpartum support. Even if you're not a parent struggling with adverse events, parenting is a journey that we all need support in.

Will you share our post and page so we can impact more people?

Find out more about The Nest at https://thenestcares.org

02/21/2025

"The best kind of games create a sense of emotional safety that allows growth."

The Nest Mentorship program emphasizes a trauma-informed approach to the complex struggles faced by many at-risk mothers and their family systems. Mentor relationships encourage parents to help their young children grow and make positive brain connections that last a lifetime.

Find out more about being involved at https://thenestcares.org

Dr. Jack Shonkoff, Professor of Child Health and Development at Harvard University, shares his important play tips to boost your child’s brain. In the first ...

02/20/2025