Embrace. Encourage. Empower. The Nest walks alongside women, children, and families during life’s most difficult moments by providing compassionate support that fosters safety, stability, and hope.
You Don’t Have to Face This Alone.Our mission at The Nest is to help prevent the abuse and neglect of children and adults by supporting families in crisis through education, counseling, advocacy, and resources.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or in need of support, you’re not alone. Our team is here to listen and help you take your next step at your pace.
Our Programs
Explore the services we offer for women, children, and families in our community.
Child Care
We believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to grow, learn, and thrive.
Family Assistance
We are dedicated to supporting families with children 0 to 5 by providing essential items they need to thrive during challenging times.
Parenting
We strive to meet caregivers where they are and offer classes focused on nurturing parenting, nonviolent discipline, strengthening protective factors, and parental self-care.
Intimate Partner Violence
We provide individual counseling and legal advocacy in all languages for survivors of intimate partner violence.
Get Involved
When you support The Nest, you help create safety, stability, and opportunity for families across Lexington.
About The Nest
For nearly five decades, The Nest has served Lexington with compassion, care, and commitment to family stability. We are a community nonprofit dedicated to supporting women, children, and families through essential services, advocacy, and care. Our work is grounded in dignity, confidentiality, and hope.
Help Transform The Morton House
The Nest is undertaking a critical renovation to create a safer, more welcoming, and trauma-informed Family Center for the thousands of children and adults we serve each year. Explore the project and matching fund opportunity in our final booklet.
2026 Event Calendar
The Nest’s 2026 Event Calendar highlights a full year of signature celebrations, community fundraisers, and mission-driven moments. We look forward to partnering with you to make an even greater impact.
Donate
Your gift helps someone take their next step. Donations provide support, resources, and compassionate care for women, children, and families in Lexington.