The first five years – just 1,825 days – of a child’s life are so critical, they will largely determine the emotional, social, and intellectual well being of that child for the rest of his or her life.

Founded in 1963, Starfish Family Services is a community-based nonprofit organization serving thousands of vulnerable children and families annually in Metro Detroit.

Our passion is early childhood development. We strive every day to prepare young children for a successful start to school. Our programs and services uniquely recognize and respect the important role of parents and other caregivers in the long-term success of children.

Just in: Our 2013 Inkster Early Childhood Strategy Impact Report for Year One is available here.