01/18/2026
At Child First, we know that strong, loving relationships protect children and help them thrive. 💙
Early experiences shape the architecture of the brain, building the foundation for a child’s emotional and physical health, learning, and success in life. But too many parents face overwhelming challenges like housing insecurity, violence, or untreated mental illness, right when their children need them most.
That’s where Child First steps in.
We partner with parents, caregivers, early childhood educators, and communities to protect children and strengthen families. By building safe, nurturing relationships, we help buffer children from trauma and toxic stress. Our work makes it possible for young brains to focus on learning, not just surviving.
We also support parents in healing from their own adversity. By connecting families to essential services like housing & food resources, mental health care, job training, or early education, we help build their capacity to nurture their children and plan for a stronger future.
Together with families and communities, we’re creating environments where every child has the chance to feel safe, be seen, and grow strong.
Our Child First programs at Family Solutions are accepting new referrals for 2026 !
*Alamance, Guilford, & Forsyth Counties *
We are excited to meet and work with new families as the year progresses .
**Referral link 🔗 https://intakeq.com/new/xlzkco
(Anyone can refer to our program)
(One child in family must between 0-5.5 yrs old & have An NC Medicaid)
Message or comment with any questions 🫶
All information submitted on this referral form is completely confidential, secure and encrypted. After you submit the referral form, you will be emailed a copy for your records.
