A House In Austin


​At A House In Austin, we champion the resilience, abilities, and potential of families. As a dedicated parent-child resource hub, our mission is to empower families in a holistic manner, fostering growth and success at every level. Through a diverse range of programs, we prioritize nurturing the well-being of parents, children, and the family unit as a whole.
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Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the challenges faced by families, and we strive to create pathways to lasting success.​

Nurture

Are you in search of a vibrant parent community? Is your little one in need of socialization? Do you require support on your parenting journey?

Join the welcoming community of families at A House In Austin, conveniently located on the west side at 533 North Pine Avenue, Chicago, IL. Explore our complimentary programs designed for young families!

Support

Create a positive change in your community today.
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By contributing to A House In Austin, your donation plays a vital role in addressing the immediate needs and ensuring the long-term well-being of young mothers and the future generations they influence.

Empower

Become a Volunteer with Us!


Discover a variety of individual and group opportunities tailored to your unique talents, resources, and schedule.

How We Nurture Healthy Families.

Early Childhood

Our early learning program takes place during adult programming like Parent Chat and My Fresh Table.

During a 2-hour session each child engages in developmental skill building activities. We focus on building early literacy and language skills in a fun, playful way through read aloud, sounds, and storytelling. Imaginative play, fine motor play or activity, gross motor play or activity, and a healthy snack or lunch

Parent Support

We offer various outlets and resources for parents in need of a supportive community. Due to our open door policy we bring in an array of family backgrounds, creating a uniquely safe space where we feel seen as we express our most honest feelings.​

What we offer:
*One on one support
*Open forum support group 
*LSCW led education group
*Quarterly free outings ​

Family Support

We support parents who seek mental health services for their family, and our partnerships with Children's Research Triangle helps families struggling with the multifaceted challenges that arise when building an understanding nurtured relationship, a first for much of our community.
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What we offer:
In house, we offer families one on one support through our home-visiting program. Our staff earn the trust and respect of the families who open their home and hearts to education and positive influence.  ​

Upcoming Events!

We've partnered with two fantastic local businesses to bring you a delicious way to support A House In Austin. Whether you're looking for a holiday treat or the perfect gift, we've got you covered.

Schweet’s Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Treat yourself to a mouthwatering 8-inch or 12-inch sweet potato cheesecake, and support AHIA at the same time! For every sweet potato cheesecake sold, AHIA earns $10. Pre-order by October 31st to lock in the current price – the cost goes up after that! Order your cheesecake today and choose a convenient pickup date anytime until December 31st!
Whirlwind Coffee Company
Enjoy the perfect coffee companion for your cheesecake. Buy a bag of coffee from Whirlwind Coffee Company, and they will donate $3 from every bag sold to A House in Austin, now through December 1, 2024.

Plus, when you order a cheesecake from Schweet, you'll receive 10% off your Whirlwind Coffee order! Simply use the code "givingback" at checkout on their website or show your Schweet receipt in-store (513 Madison St., Oak Park, IL).
Order cheesecake. Order coffee.

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Support Families all year around

Help provide a hot breakfast or dinner for parents in our weekly support groups. Parents look forward to participating within group, as they share, learn, and support one another.
Sign up to become a monthly Mission Maker and help us nurture healthy families in our community.
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