“Now I am calm because they guide you:” A mixed-method exploratory study of the service needs and experiences of Latine kinship caregivers in Washington State

•This study examined the service needs and experiences of Latinx kinship caregivers.•Latinx kinship caregivers had a greater number of children in their homes and had lower incomes.•Language barriers and immigration issues distinguished the experiences of Latinx caregivers.•Kinship navigator programs that blend internal and external services may be well-suited to meet the needs of this population.