The Nest - Center for Women, Children and Families

The Nest - Center for Women, Children and  Families We prevent abuse & neglect by supporting families in crisis through education, counseling & advocacy.

The Nest โ€“ Center for Women, Children & Families is a nonprofit organization in Lexington, KY, dedicated to supporting families in crisis. We provide free and confidential services, including early childcare, family assistance, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of intimate partner violence. We aim to strengthen families and promote healing, safety, and stability for women, children, and caregivers in need.

06/18/2026

What an incredible evening celebrating The Nest We Built! ๐Ÿฆ‹

From a live reading and illustration unveiling to the exclusive debut of โ€œHey There Little Bird,โ€ performed by Ben Lacy and Corey Cross, every moment reminded us of the power of hope, belonging, and community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at LexArts to celebrate this special milestone. A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank for serving as the Publishing & Event Sponsor and helping bring this vision to life.

Because everyone deserves a place to belong. ๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿ“š Haven't gotten your copy yet? Purchase today:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/thenestwebuilt/

๐Ÿ’› A story about safety, belonging, and the power of community.The Nest We Built was created to help children and caregiv...
06/17/2026

๐Ÿ’› A story about safety, belonging, and the power of community.

The Nest We Built was created to help children and caregivers feel seen, supported, and hopeful - especially during difficult seasons of life. Through gentle storytelling and beautiful illustrations, this book reminds us that strong communities are built when we care for one another.

Created by JoEllen Wilhoite in partnership with The Nest, this heartfelt childrenโ€™s book is now available.

Every page carries a message of kindness, compassion, and hope. ๐Ÿฆโœจ

Order your copy today and help share this story with the children and families who need it most: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/thenestwebuilt/store/

A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank ๐Ÿ’›

โœจ Tonightโ€™s the night! โœจJoin us this evening as we celebrate the launch of The Nest We Built - a heartfelt childrenโ€™s bo...
06/16/2026

โœจ Tonightโ€™s the night! โœจ

Join us this evening as we celebrate the launch of The Nest We Built - a heartfelt childrenโ€™s book inspired by The Nestโ€™s mission to bring safety, belonging, and hope to families in crisis. ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฆ
Bring the whole family for:
๐Ÿ“š A live book reading
๐ŸŽจ Illustration unveiling
๐ŸŽถ The debut of โ€œHey There Little Birdโ€
๐Ÿด Light bites & community connection

๐Ÿ—“ Tonight | June 16
โฐ 5:30โ€“7:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ LexArts โ€“ 161 N Mill St., Lexington, KY

We canโ€™t wait to gather together and celebrate this beautiful story with you.

A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank for serving as the Publishing & Event Sponsor of The Nest We Built. ๐Ÿ’›

Supporting families starts with meeting them where they are! ๐Ÿ’œAt The Nest, our programs are designed to provide compassi...
06/15/2026

Supporting families starts with meeting them where they are! ๐Ÿ’œ

At The Nest, our programs are designed to provide compassionate care, trusted resources, and meaningful support for families throughout our community. From early childhood care to parenting support and essential resources, we are here to help families thrive.

Swipe through to learn more about our programs ๐Ÿ‘‰

Learn more: https://www.thenestlexington.org/programs

Experience something truly special. โœจAs we celebrate the launch of The Nest We Built, guests will enjoy the exclusive li...
06/14/2026

Experience something truly special. โœจ

As we celebrate the launch of The Nest We Built, guests will enjoy the exclusive live release of โ€œHey There Little Bird,โ€ written by Buffy Lawson and performed by acclaimed guitarist Ben Lacy and vocalist Corey Cross. Their moving performance will bring the storyโ€™s message of safety, family, and hope to life.

Join us for an evening of:
๐Ÿ“š A live reading of The Nest We Built
๐ŸŽจ The unveiling of original illustrations
๐ŸŽถ The debut performance of โ€œHey There Little Birdโ€
๐Ÿด Refreshments and community connection

๐Ÿ—“ June 16
โฐ 5:30โ€“7:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ LexArts โ€“ 161 N Mill St., Lexington, KY

A celebration for all ages and a musical moment you won't want to miss. ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฆ

A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank for serving as the Publishing & Event Sponsor of The Nest We Built. ๐Ÿ’›

A special moment awaits at the launch of The Nest We Built! ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸฆBe among the first to hear the exclusive debut of โ€œHey The...
06/11/2026

A special moment awaits at the launch of The Nest We Built! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿฆ

Be among the first to hear the exclusive debut of โ€œHey There Little Bird,โ€ written by Buffy Lawson and performed live by virtuoso guitarist Ben Lacy and singer extraordinaire Corey Cross. This one-of-a-kind musical release will accompany an evening celebrating hope, belonging, and the power of community.

๐Ÿ“š Live book reading
๐ŸŽจ Illustration unveiling
๐ŸŽถ Exclusive song release performance
๐Ÿด Light bites & community connection

๐Ÿ—“ June 16
โฐ 5:30โ€“7:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ LexArts โ€“ 161 N Mill St., Lexington, KY

A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank for serving as the Publishing & Event Sponsor of The Nest We Built. ๐Ÿ’›

This month, we honor the strength, resilience, and contributions of the Black community while continuing to build a spac...
06/10/2026

This month, we honor the strength, resilience, and contributions of the Black community while continuing to build a space rooted in compassion, support, and belonging. ๐Ÿ–ค

At The Nest, we believe our community is stronger when everyone feels seen, valued, and supported. Together, we can create a place where love, dignity, and connection lead the way.

โณ One week until The Nest We Built takes flight! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ’›In just 7 days, weโ€™ll gather for a special evening celebrating a stor...
06/09/2026

โณ One week until The Nest We Built takes flight! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ’›

In just 7 days, weโ€™ll gather for a special evening celebrating a story created to remind children and families that they are safe, supported, and never alone. Join us for:
๐Ÿ“š A live reading
๐ŸŽจ Original illustration unveiling
๐ŸŽถ The debut of โ€œHey There Little Birdโ€
๐Ÿด Light bites + community connection

๐Ÿ—“ June 16 | 5:30โ€“7:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ LexArts โ€“ 161 N Mill St.

RSVP: [email protected]

A heartfelt thank you to Independence Bank for serving as the Publishing & Event Sponsor of The Nest We Built. ๐Ÿ’›

We canโ€™t wait to celebrate with you. RSVP today and bring the whole family!

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, identity, and the incredible strength of the LGBTQ+ community. Everyone d...
06/08/2026

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, identity, and the incredible strength of the LGBTQ+ community. Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and empowered to be exactly who they are! ๐ŸŒˆ โค๏ธ

Address

530 North Limestone
Lexington, KY
40508

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
1pm - 3pm

Telephone

+18592591974

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