The Service Tree lists all services in "branched" groups, starting with the very general and moving to the very specific. Click on the name of any group name to see the sub-groups available within it. Click on a service code to see its details and the providers who offer that service.
Expectant/New Parent Assistance
Local community charitable organizations that help low-income expectant and new parents prepare for the arrival of their new baby by providing them with essential items every parent and new baby need including diapers, wipes, diaper ointments, shampoo, infant formula, teethers, vaporizors, infant carriers, baby bouncers, strollers, boppy pillows, quiet toys and new clothes. The programs may also connect new and expectant parents experiencing economic hardship with maternal and early childhood intervention and education, and the resources they need to give their little one a stronger start. Neighbors and other residents of the community generally buy items for the occasion or donate money to purchase them and some events may include a virtual online celebration in which friends and family participate.
General Expectant/New Parent Assistance
Programs that provide educational and supportive services that help new parents or those expecting a child, to prepare them on an emotional and practical level for the impact the newborn will have on their lives and relationships. The programs are open to all parents. Initial focus areas include healthy eating for the mother, danger signs in pregnancy, sibling preparation and being ready for labor and delivery, followed by practical information on basic infant care, newborn behaviors, baby supplies, bathing techniques, diapering, breastfeeding and other feeding options, as well as infant and childhood illnesses. Later topics may include walking, talking, toilet training and other aspects of child development, all to help ensure that infants and toddlers are nurtured, live in a safe environment and receive proper health care.
Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance
Programs that provide educational and supportive services that help teens who are or are about to become parents, to prepare them on an emotional and practical level for the impact the newborn will have on their lives and relationships. Initial focus areas include healthy eating for the mother, danger signs in pregnancy, sibling preparation and being ready for labor and delivery, followed by practical information on basic infant care, newborn behaviors, baby supplies, bathing techniques, diapering, breastfeeding and other feeding options, as well as infant and childhood illnesses. Later topics may include walking, talking, toilet training and other aspects of child development, all to help ensure that infants and toddlers are nurtured, live in a safe environment and receive proper health care.