The Up Center Child & Family Services of Eastern Virginia

The Up Center is a trusted nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families, investing in children, and creating healthy, resilient communities. Serving Hampton Roads for over 140 years, The Up Center provides essential behavioral health, family support, and community-based programs that empower people to overcome life’s challenges.

From foster care and adoption services to youth mentoring and counseling, The Up Center ensures that every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment. Their family counseling, housing assistance, and parenting education programs help families build stability and hope for the future.

For those facing mental health challenges, The Up Center offers outpatient counseling, substance use support, and the Cohen Clinic for military families — ensuring accessible, compassionate care for all.

Committed to inclusion and empowerment, The Up Center also supports individuals with disabilities and provides representative payee and sponsored home services. Through prevention, intervention, and advocacy, they continue to transform lives and strengthen the fabric of their community.