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Local referral assistance
INConnect Provider Search Tool - Powered by FSSA
Interactive, location-based map tool built to make searching for FSSA services and Medicaid providers in Indiana to be easy and accessible. Simply choose a category, set your filters, and view the mapped list of providers in your area.
MOMS Helpline
1-844-MCH-MOMS (1-844-624-6667)
Offers information and referral assistance on variety of topics, such as WIC, infant health programs, education resources, care providers, child development, parenting topics, developmental questionnaires, developmental activities, and home visiting programs. Certified navigators can assist callers applying for benefits such as Medicaid, Hoosier Healthwise, Children’s Health Insurance Plan, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Liv App
Local, state, and national resources and education for families who are planning a pregnancy, currently pregnant, and parenting.
Download free at an app store.
Safe Haven
1-877-796-4673
Indiana Law enables a person to give up an unwanted infant anonymously without fear of arrest or prosecution.
Any responsible person may give up custody of a baby less than 30 days old to a firefighter, law enforcement officer, paramedic, physician, nurse, emergency medical technician, or other person who provides emergency medical services.
Interactive, location-based map tool built to make searching for FSSA services and Medicaid providers in Indiana to be easy and accessible. Simply choose a category, set your filters, and view the mapped list of providers in your area.
MOMS Helpline
1-844-MCH-MOMS (1-844-624-6667)
Offers information and referral assistance on variety of topics, such as WIC, infant health programs, education resources, care providers, child development, parenting topics, developmental questionnaires, developmental activities, and home visiting programs. Certified navigators can assist callers applying for benefits such as Medicaid, Hoosier Healthwise, Children’s Health Insurance Plan, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Liv App
Local, state, and national resources and education for families who are planning a pregnancy, currently pregnant, and parenting.
Download free at an app store.
Safe Haven
1-877-796-4673
Indiana Law enables a person to give up an unwanted infant anonymously without fear of arrest or prosecution.
Any responsible person may give up custody of a baby less than 30 days old to a firefighter, law enforcement officer, paramedic, physician, nurse, emergency medical technician, or other person who provides emergency medical services.
Mental health
Postpartum Support International - PSI
Call 1-800-944-4773 #1 En Español or #2 English
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Search for a provider for maternal mental health services by location and insurance. Offers information on local groups, online groups, resources, and general information on mental health support and postpartum mood disorders.
All-Options Talkline
1-888-493-0092 (Mon-Fri 10am–1am, Sat-Sun 10am–6pm)
Bloomington-based center with trained peer advocates for individuals needing support around abortion, pregnancy loss, parenting, adoption, or infertility.
Depression and Crisis Hotline, 800-784-2433 (24 hours)
First Candle, 800-221-7437 (24 hours)
Suicide Hotline, 800-273-8255 (24 hours)
Call 1-800-944-4773 #1 En Español or #2 English
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Search for a provider for maternal mental health services by location and insurance. Offers information on local groups, online groups, resources, and general information on mental health support and postpartum mood disorders.
All-Options Talkline
1-888-493-0092 (Mon-Fri 10am–1am, Sat-Sun 10am–6pm)
Bloomington-based center with trained peer advocates for individuals needing support around abortion, pregnancy loss, parenting, adoption, or infertility.
Depression and Crisis Hotline, 800-784-2433 (24 hours)
First Candle, 800-221-7437 (24 hours)
Suicide Hotline, 800-273-8255 (24 hours)
Breastfeeding support
Hendricks Regional LATCH Hour
A small group for breastfeeding babies younger than 4 weeks and their mothers that are breastfeeding. This group is led by a Board Certified Lactation Consultant RN and focuses on the basics of a good latch, milk transfer, and troubleshooting breastfeeding issues in the first few weeks. This group is ideal for moms breastfeeding for the first time, those having trouble latching or having pain, babies that haven't gained back to their birth weight or are slow to gain weight, or moms that just want to check in with a lactation consultant or do a weighted feeding. Space is limited, register for FREE at www.hendricks.org/events
IU Health West
Breastfeeding support
Breastfeeding Group - Meets on Mondays from 10am-11:30am at 1111 Ronald Reagan Pkwy, Women's Center - 2nd floor waiting area near labor and delivery. Avon, IN 46123. Guests will enjoy a wonderful opportunity to meet other breastfeeding mothers, share valuable information and form a community of support. If you have any questions, please call the IU Health West Lactation Department at 317.217.3639. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
Indiana Breastfeeding Coalition
St. Vincent Women’s Hospital, Indianapolis
IndianaBreastfeedingCoalition@gmail.com
Strives to improve public health by normalizing breastfeeding in Indiana through education, advocacy, and collaboration
Support group meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 9:30-11:30AM, call-in option available
Hendricks County WIC
317-745-2027
La Leche League
317-474-7851
WIC Infant Risk Center
806-352-2519
Provides helplines for questions about the use of medications, vaccines, herbal products, and other substances during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
A small group for breastfeeding babies younger than 4 weeks and their mothers that are breastfeeding. This group is led by a Board Certified Lactation Consultant RN and focuses on the basics of a good latch, milk transfer, and troubleshooting breastfeeding issues in the first few weeks. This group is ideal for moms breastfeeding for the first time, those having trouble latching or having pain, babies that haven't gained back to their birth weight or are slow to gain weight, or moms that just want to check in with a lactation consultant or do a weighted feeding. Space is limited, register for FREE at www.hendricks.org/events
IU Health West
Breastfeeding support
Breastfeeding Group - Meets on Mondays from 10am-11:30am at 1111 Ronald Reagan Pkwy, Women's Center - 2nd floor waiting area near labor and delivery. Avon, IN 46123. Guests will enjoy a wonderful opportunity to meet other breastfeeding mothers, share valuable information and form a community of support. If you have any questions, please call the IU Health West Lactation Department at 317.217.3639. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
Indiana Breastfeeding Coalition
St. Vincent Women’s Hospital, Indianapolis
IndianaBreastfeedingCoalition@gmail.com
Strives to improve public health by normalizing breastfeeding in Indiana through education, advocacy, and collaboration
Support group meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 9:30-11:30AM, call-in option available
Hendricks County WIC
317-745-2027
La Leche League
317-474-7851
WIC Infant Risk Center
806-352-2519
Provides helplines for questions about the use of medications, vaccines, herbal products, and other substances during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Car seats
National Child Passenger Safety Program
Search for a local child passenger safety technician
Plainfield Fire Territory Fire Prevention Office
317-754-5182
Offers free car seat checks with a certified technician. Please leave a voicemail if no answer.
Recall notices
Call the manufacturer or NHTSA’s toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 with the Manufacturer’s Name, Model Name, Model Number, and Date of Manufacture
Search for a local child passenger safety technician
Plainfield Fire Territory Fire Prevention Office
317-754-5182
Offers free car seat checks with a certified technician. Please leave a voicemail if no answer.
Recall notices
Call the manufacturer or NHTSA’s toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 with the Manufacturer’s Name, Model Name, Model Number, and Date of Manufacture
child care
Child Care Answers
317-636-5727
Offers resources for families, child care programs, and employers. Provides referrals to quality child care, preschool, or school-age programs. Free for individuals who live or work in Hendricks, Hamilton, and Marion counties.
Children's Bureau
866-287-2420
Assists low-income families in obtaining child care through the Child Care and Development Fund federal program. Income guidelines must be met in order to qualify.
317-636-5727
Offers resources for families, child care programs, and employers. Provides referrals to quality child care, preschool, or school-age programs. Free for individuals who live or work in Hendricks, Hamilton, and Marion counties.
Children's Bureau
866-287-2420
Assists low-income families in obtaining child care through the Child Care and Development Fund federal program. Income guidelines must be met in order to qualify.
classes
Parenting Education
Children's Bureau + Families First
Prenatal Classes
Hendricks Regional Health
IU Health West
Safe Sleep Class
Children’s Bureau, Cribs for Kids Program
Children's Bureau + Families First
- 317-634-6341
- Offers an education program on developmental needs and ways to effectively manage behavior. Offered in English and Spanish.
- Also offers community presentations on various topics, including parenting and family wellness.
Prenatal Classes
Hendricks Regional Health
IU Health West
Safe Sleep Class
Children’s Bureau, Cribs for Kids Program
- 317-745-6496
- Offers a free Safe Sleep Class to anyone that is interested and caring for a child one year or younger, including parents, caregivers, and grandparents. Eligible class participants will receive a Pack N Play, a sleep sack, a pacifier, and educational materials regarding important safe sleep practices.
contraception
All-Options Pregnancy Resource Center
812-558-0089 (call or text)
Bloomington-based center offering condoms, menstrual products, information on birth control methods, as well as referrals to local providers.
Hendricks County Health Department
355 South Washington Street, #G40, Danville, IN 46122
317-745-9222
Offers free contraception such as condoms. Does not offer contraception requiring a prescription.
Indiana Family Health Council
151 N. Delaware St., Ste 520, Indianapolis, IN 46204
317-247-9151
Provides low-cost or free tools to help you decide when you want to become a mom or dad: Birth control, abstinence information, advice for infertility, child spacing information, nurses and counselors.
812-558-0089 (call or text)
Bloomington-based center offering condoms, menstrual products, information on birth control methods, as well as referrals to local providers.
Hendricks County Health Department
355 South Washington Street, #G40, Danville, IN 46122
317-745-9222
Offers free contraception such as condoms. Does not offer contraception requiring a prescription.
Indiana Family Health Council
151 N. Delaware St., Ste 520, Indianapolis, IN 46204
317-247-9151
Provides low-cost or free tools to help you decide when you want to become a mom or dad: Birth control, abstinence information, advice for infertility, child spacing information, nurses and counselors.
cribs
Children’s Bureau, Cribs for Kids Program
317-745-6496
Offers a free Safe Sleep Class to anyone that is interested and caring for a child one year or younger, including parents, caregivers, and grandparents. Eligible class participants will receive a Pack N Play, a sleep sack, a pacifier, and educational materials regarding important safe sleep practices.
317-745-6496
Offers a free Safe Sleep Class to anyone that is interested and caring for a child one year or younger, including parents, caregivers, and grandparents. Eligible class participants will receive a Pack N Play, a sleep sack, a pacifier, and educational materials regarding important safe sleep practices.
diapers
All-Options Pregnancy Resource Center
812-558-0089 (call or text)
Bloomington-based center offering diapers, wipes, and other supplies through the Hoosier Diaper Program.
Mommy Store
The Mommy Store is a resource for parents that have needs for an infant/toddler, that they currently are unable to meet. Resources available include diapers, wipes, blankets and some clothing items. All items are donated from the community, and are given out based on need. The Mommy Store is located in Danville at the Hendricks Regional Health Hospital. Parents can arrange to pick up items by calling 317-718-4585 or sending an email to kflora@hendricks.org
Messiah Lutheran Church
317-852-2988
Eligibility: Living in Hendricks County; Not used this pantry within the past 30 days. Bring proof of address (photo ID or utility bill). Saturday 10am-noon. 801 South Green Street Brownsburg, IN 46112.
Plainfield Federation of Churches – Christian Support Center
317-767-0365
Eligibility: Living in Hendricks County; Not used this pantry during the current month. Bring photo ID and proof of address. Pantry is in the basement. Wed. 9am-11:30am; Thurs. 5pm-6:50pm; monthly 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Sat. 9am-11:30am. 710 East Buchanan Street Plainfield, IN 46168.
812-558-0089 (call or text)
Bloomington-based center offering diapers, wipes, and other supplies through the Hoosier Diaper Program.
Mommy Store
The Mommy Store is a resource for parents that have needs for an infant/toddler, that they currently are unable to meet. Resources available include diapers, wipes, blankets and some clothing items. All items are donated from the community, and are given out based on need. The Mommy Store is located in Danville at the Hendricks Regional Health Hospital. Parents can arrange to pick up items by calling 317-718-4585 or sending an email to kflora@hendricks.org
Messiah Lutheran Church
317-852-2988
Eligibility: Living in Hendricks County; Not used this pantry within the past 30 days. Bring proof of address (photo ID or utility bill). Saturday 10am-noon. 801 South Green Street Brownsburg, IN 46112.
Plainfield Federation of Churches – Christian Support Center
317-767-0365
Eligibility: Living in Hendricks County; Not used this pantry during the current month. Bring photo ID and proof of address. Pantry is in the basement. Wed. 9am-11:30am; Thurs. 5pm-6:50pm; monthly 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Sat. 9am-11:30am. 710 East Buchanan Street Plainfield, IN 46168.
housing
Family Promise
317-296-3742
Referrals: If you are referring a family to the program, please review the Referral Guidelines before referring. To refer a family or find out more about the program call 317-296-3742.
Coordinates immediate shelter and needs assistance programs alongside longer-term compassionate support services for families in all areas of life. This program providing housing, meals, social services, and transportation to participating families.
Stability Builders Network: Connecting people in need in our community with the agencies and churches that can help. Family Promise receives the crisis calls, provides assistance and connects needs with volunteers, churches and agencies that can help. Members of the network refer people in need to Family Promise where a needs assessment is completed and appropriate crisis intervention is provided. Family Promise then continues to work with the family/individual to create or maintain stability for up to two years as needed.
Safe Families for Children - Greater Indianapolis
Safe Families for Children of Central Indiana is one of the largest Safe Families chapters. We are committed to serving families in crisis by partnering with the local church, where host families open their homes and hearts to vulnerable children.
Sheltering Wings
317-745-1496 (24/7 Helpline)
Domestic violence survivors
So Big Maternity Home
317-617-2900
Christ-centered maternity home that provides food and shelter for pregnant women and their children and connects women with resources.
5900 S. Main St., Whitestown, IN 46075
317-296-3742
Referrals: If you are referring a family to the program, please review the Referral Guidelines before referring. To refer a family or find out more about the program call 317-296-3742.
Coordinates immediate shelter and needs assistance programs alongside longer-term compassionate support services for families in all areas of life. This program providing housing, meals, social services, and transportation to participating families.
Stability Builders Network: Connecting people in need in our community with the agencies and churches that can help. Family Promise receives the crisis calls, provides assistance and connects needs with volunteers, churches and agencies that can help. Members of the network refer people in need to Family Promise where a needs assessment is completed and appropriate crisis intervention is provided. Family Promise then continues to work with the family/individual to create or maintain stability for up to two years as needed.
Safe Families for Children - Greater Indianapolis
Safe Families for Children of Central Indiana is one of the largest Safe Families chapters. We are committed to serving families in crisis by partnering with the local church, where host families open their homes and hearts to vulnerable children.
Sheltering Wings
317-745-1496 (24/7 Helpline)
Domestic violence survivors
So Big Maternity Home
317-617-2900
Christ-centered maternity home that provides food and shelter for pregnant women and their children and connects women with resources.
5900 S. Main St., Whitestown, IN 46075
insurance
Covering Kids & Families
317-221-2041
Helps families apply for free or low-cost health insurance by filling out paperwork needed for Hoosier Healthwise (Medicaid), Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP 2.0), Health Advantage, and ACA Marketplace. Can meet a family at their home, job, or any other place that is convenient for them.
Hendricks County Division of Family Resources
2471 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168
800-403-0864
Provides Medicaid/Hoosier Healthwise/TANF/Child Welfare/Food Stamps. Income guidelines case by case basis.
Hope Healthcare Services
317-272-0708
Provides low-cost healthcare to those who don’t have medical or dental insurance. Helps source low or no-cost prescription medications, lab work, and radiology.
317-221-2041
Helps families apply for free or low-cost health insurance by filling out paperwork needed for Hoosier Healthwise (Medicaid), Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP 2.0), Health Advantage, and ACA Marketplace. Can meet a family at their home, job, or any other place that is convenient for them.
Hendricks County Division of Family Resources
2471 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168
800-403-0864
Provides Medicaid/Hoosier Healthwise/TANF/Child Welfare/Food Stamps. Income guidelines case by case basis.
Hope Healthcare Services
317-272-0708
Provides low-cost healthcare to those who don’t have medical or dental insurance. Helps source low or no-cost prescription medications, lab work, and radiology.
safety items
Safety Store
Riley Children’s Hospital
888-365-2022
More than 150 safety products, buy online or in-person
Free safety education on over 30 topics in English and Spanish
M-F 9AM-4PM EST
Riley Children’s Hospital
888-365-2022
More than 150 safety products, buy online or in-person
Free safety education on over 30 topics in English and Spanish
M-F 9AM-4PM EST
social services
Central Indiana First Steps Program
First Steps is a family centered early intervention program for infants and toddlers from birth to age three who may not be doing what they should for their age or have a medical condition that would likely lead to developmental delays. To support families in their natural care giving roles, First Steps brings families together with health, education, and social service professionals to address the developmental needs of the children that are determined to be in need of therapy services. These voluntary services are typically offered in the family's home or other natural environment.
Community Partners – Children’s Bureau, Inc.
1925 Crown Plaza Blvd., Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 745-6496
Community Partners provides in home assistance to families to help them discover and connect with available supports and services. A local community liaison is assigned to each family and works with them to develop and achieve their goals. Goals are decided by the family and can relate to any need including housing, employment, education, food, transportation, utilities, budgeting, parenting information, medical issues. All services are completely free and voluntary, no insurance or Medicaid is required and all families with children are eligible.
Healthy Families
317-745-9426
Offers comprehensive, home-based services to women and families who are expecting or who have newborns. This voluntary program focuses on strengthening at-risk families through parent education, support, and advocacy. Once in the program, families may receive services up to three years.
Hendricks County Division of Family Resources
2471 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168
800-403-0864
Provides Medicaid/Hoosier Healthwise/TANF/Child Welfare/Food Stamps. Income guidelines case by case basis.
Nurse Family Partnership
317-524-3999
Goodwill’s Nurse-Family Partnership® pairs mothers pregnant with their first child with a registered nurse for ongoing home visits aimed at supporting mothers and families in providing the very best start for their children during the earliest, most developmentally critical years. NFP is an international, community health program, widely researched and recognized for increasing health care access and improving health outcomes.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
247 South Wayne Street, Danville, IN 46122
317-745-2027
Provide supplemental high nutrient foods to pregnant or breast-feeding women and infants and children to age 5. Income guidelines and proof of guardianship apply.
First Steps is a family centered early intervention program for infants and toddlers from birth to age three who may not be doing what they should for their age or have a medical condition that would likely lead to developmental delays. To support families in their natural care giving roles, First Steps brings families together with health, education, and social service professionals to address the developmental needs of the children that are determined to be in need of therapy services. These voluntary services are typically offered in the family's home or other natural environment.
Community Partners – Children’s Bureau, Inc.
1925 Crown Plaza Blvd., Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 745-6496
Community Partners provides in home assistance to families to help them discover and connect with available supports and services. A local community liaison is assigned to each family and works with them to develop and achieve their goals. Goals are decided by the family and can relate to any need including housing, employment, education, food, transportation, utilities, budgeting, parenting information, medical issues. All services are completely free and voluntary, no insurance or Medicaid is required and all families with children are eligible.
Healthy Families
317-745-9426
Offers comprehensive, home-based services to women and families who are expecting or who have newborns. This voluntary program focuses on strengthening at-risk families through parent education, support, and advocacy. Once in the program, families may receive services up to three years.
Hendricks County Division of Family Resources
2471 East Main Street, Plainfield, IN 46168
800-403-0864
Provides Medicaid/Hoosier Healthwise/TANF/Child Welfare/Food Stamps. Income guidelines case by case basis.
Nurse Family Partnership
317-524-3999
Goodwill’s Nurse-Family Partnership® pairs mothers pregnant with their first child with a registered nurse for ongoing home visits aimed at supporting mothers and families in providing the very best start for their children during the earliest, most developmentally critical years. NFP is an international, community health program, widely researched and recognized for increasing health care access and improving health outcomes.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
247 South Wayne Street, Danville, IN 46122
317-745-2027
Provide supplemental high nutrient foods to pregnant or breast-feeding women and infants and children to age 5. Income guidelines and proof of guardianship apply.
substance use
STATE RESOURCES
Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program
317-234-5336 or toll-free 888-467-2717
Free, voluntary program for pregnant Medicaid members who use opioids or have used opioids in the past. Participants will be matched with a case manager and offered confidential support to be sure families receive the care and resources they need during and after pregnancy.
Eligibility criteria: Pregnant or within 90 days of the end of pregnancy, identify as having current or previous opioid use, eligible for or receive Medicaid health coverage
Referrals: Call 317-234-5336 or toll-free 888-467-2717, visit the website, or email PregnancyPromise@fssa.in.gov
Posters and handouts available here in English, Spanish, and Burmese
LOCAL RESOURCES
Children's Bureau + Families First
317-634-6341
Outpatient treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, and relapse prevention
Indiana Pregnancy Promise Program
317-234-5336 or toll-free 888-467-2717
Free, voluntary program for pregnant Medicaid members who use opioids or have used opioids in the past. Participants will be matched with a case manager and offered confidential support to be sure families receive the care and resources they need during and after pregnancy.
Eligibility criteria: Pregnant or within 90 days of the end of pregnancy, identify as having current or previous opioid use, eligible for or receive Medicaid health coverage
Referrals: Call 317-234-5336 or toll-free 888-467-2717, visit the website, or email PregnancyPromise@fssa.in.gov
Posters and handouts available here in English, Spanish, and Burmese
LOCAL RESOURCES
Children's Bureau + Families First
317-634-6341
Outpatient treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, and relapse prevention
Support groups
Children's Bureau + Families First
317-644-7355
Various support groups that meet virtual or in-person. Offers support groups for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, childhood abuse, general trauma, and more.
Hendricks Regional Health Baby Talk Support Group
Baby Talk is a support group for all postpartum moms to share in the joys and challenges of parenting. It is currently held in an ONLINE format with potential to meet in person. Baby Talk includes a different speaker each week on parenting topics, highlighting resources in Hendricks and the surrounding counties. Topics include: feeding & nutrition for mom and baby, sleep, self-care, wellness, dental health, building literacy skills in infants, music with infants, infant development and other health related topics. Held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 2pm. Registration is required for link to be sent via email the morning of the group. Register for FREE at www.hendricks.org/events
IU Health West Mother Connection Support Group
Meets at Wellbrooke of Avon, 10307 E. County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123 from 12:30pm-2pm every Monday.This unique opportunity is for postpartum mothers and their infants. Different topics are discussed at each meeting. There is no cost to participate and advance registration is not required. For more information, please call the the IU Health Childbirth Education office at 317.962.1478. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
IU Health West Toddler Time Support Group
Meets at Wellbrooke of Avon, 10307 E. County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123 from 10am-11:30am every Monday. This unique opportunity is for mothers and toddlers ages one to three. Different topics are discussed at each meeting. There is no cost to participate and advance registration is not required. For more information, please call the the IU Health Childbirth Education office at 317.962.1478. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
317-644-7355
Various support groups that meet virtual or in-person. Offers support groups for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, childhood abuse, general trauma, and more.
Hendricks Regional Health Baby Talk Support Group
Baby Talk is a support group for all postpartum moms to share in the joys and challenges of parenting. It is currently held in an ONLINE format with potential to meet in person. Baby Talk includes a different speaker each week on parenting topics, highlighting resources in Hendricks and the surrounding counties. Topics include: feeding & nutrition for mom and baby, sleep, self-care, wellness, dental health, building literacy skills in infants, music with infants, infant development and other health related topics. Held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 2pm. Registration is required for link to be sent via email the morning of the group. Register for FREE at www.hendricks.org/events
IU Health West Mother Connection Support Group
Meets at Wellbrooke of Avon, 10307 E. County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123 from 12:30pm-2pm every Monday.This unique opportunity is for postpartum mothers and their infants. Different topics are discussed at each meeting. There is no cost to participate and advance registration is not required. For more information, please call the the IU Health Childbirth Education office at 317.962.1478. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
IU Health West Toddler Time Support Group
Meets at Wellbrooke of Avon, 10307 E. County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123 from 10am-11:30am every Monday. This unique opportunity is for mothers and toddlers ages one to three. Different topics are discussed at each meeting. There is no cost to participate and advance registration is not required. For more information, please call the the IU Health Childbirth Education office at 317.962.1478. Please note: If Avon schools are closed due to inclement weather, the group will not meet.
Bereavement
Booklet for Grieving Families (March of Dimes)
Grief Packet (First Candle)
Breast / bottlefeeding
Infant Formula Feeding (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention)
How to Prepare Formula Handout (CDC) / Spanish Handout
General Information (Office on Women's Health)
Nursing at Work (Office on Women's Health)
Contraception
Contraceptive Methods (CDC)
Diabetes
Diabetes During Pregnancy (CDC)
Fact Sheets (CDC) / Spanish
Gestational Diabetes (National Institutes of Health) / Spanish
Gestational Diabetes (American Diabetes Association)
Diet/Exercise
Weight Gain During Pregnancy (CDC)
Infections
COVID-19 and Pregnancy (CDC)
Preventing Infections Before and During Pregnancy (CDC) / Spanish
Prevent Infections During Pregnancy (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Prevent Infections for Baby's Protection Handout (CDC) / Spanish Handout
Miscarriage
Early Pregnancy Loss (American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists)
General Information (American Pregnancy Association)
General Information (March of Dimes)
Parenting Topics
A - Z Topics (CDC)
Healthy Children (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Preparing for Baby (Child Care Answers, Indiana)
Tips and Resources (American Psychological Association)
Preconception Care
Before or Between Pregnancies (March of Dimes)
Prematurity
Preconception Health (CDC)
Preconception Health (Office on Women's Health)
Preterm Labor & Premature Birth (March of Dimes)
Substance use
Substance Use During Pregnancy– Opioids/Tobacco/Marijuana/Alcohol (CDC)
Safe Sleep
Safe to Sleep Campaign (National Institutes of Health)
Smoking
Indiana Tobacco Quitline 1.800.QUIT.NOW
Vaccines
Local Pertussis Story (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
Schedules (CDC)
Schedules (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
School Requirements (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
Vaccinations and Pregnancy (March of Dimes)
Vaccines During Pregnancy FAQs (CDC)
Booklet for Grieving Families (March of Dimes)
Grief Packet (First Candle)
Breast / bottlefeeding
Infant Formula Feeding (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention)
How to Prepare Formula Handout (CDC) / Spanish Handout
General Information (Office on Women's Health)
Nursing at Work (Office on Women's Health)
Contraception
Contraceptive Methods (CDC)
Diabetes
Diabetes During Pregnancy (CDC)
Fact Sheets (CDC) / Spanish
Gestational Diabetes (National Institutes of Health) / Spanish
Gestational Diabetes (American Diabetes Association)
Diet/Exercise
Weight Gain During Pregnancy (CDC)
Infections
COVID-19 and Pregnancy (CDC)
Preventing Infections Before and During Pregnancy (CDC) / Spanish
Prevent Infections During Pregnancy (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Prevent Infections for Baby's Protection Handout (CDC) / Spanish Handout
Miscarriage
Early Pregnancy Loss (American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists)
General Information (American Pregnancy Association)
General Information (March of Dimes)
Parenting Topics
A - Z Topics (CDC)
Healthy Children (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Preparing for Baby (Child Care Answers, Indiana)
Tips and Resources (American Psychological Association)
Preconception Care
Before or Between Pregnancies (March of Dimes)
Prematurity
Preconception Health (CDC)
Preconception Health (Office on Women's Health)
Preterm Labor & Premature Birth (March of Dimes)
Substance use
Substance Use During Pregnancy– Opioids/Tobacco/Marijuana/Alcohol (CDC)
Safe Sleep
Safe to Sleep Campaign (National Institutes of Health)
Smoking
Indiana Tobacco Quitline 1.800.QUIT.NOW
- 1-800-784-8669 (24 hours)
- Free and confidential services to pregnant women during and after pregnancy through one-on-one telephone counseling with a Quit Coach®, access to 24-hour Web Coach, free information on quitting smoking, and referrals to local quit smoking services in your community.
- Translation services available
- TTY services available for hearing impaired 877-777-6534
Vaccines
Local Pertussis Story (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
Schedules (CDC)
Schedules (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
School Requirements (Indiana Immunization Coalition)
Vaccinations and Pregnancy (March of Dimes)
Vaccines During Pregnancy FAQs (CDC)
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
American Diabetes Association, Educational Tools and Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Resources on Educating Pregnant Women
March of Dimes, Training Opportunities
March of Dimes, Medical Resources
National Institutes of Health, Safe Sleep
STATE ORGANIZATIONS
Indiana Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative, Toolkits on Hemorrhage, Hypertension, and Substance Use
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
Children's Bureau + Families First, Mental Health First Aid / Stewards of Children / Suicide Prevention
American Diabetes Association, Educational Tools and Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Resources on Educating Pregnant Women
March of Dimes, Training Opportunities
March of Dimes, Medical Resources
National Institutes of Health, Safe Sleep
STATE ORGANIZATIONS
Indiana Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative, Toolkits on Hemorrhage, Hypertension, and Substance Use
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
Children's Bureau + Families First, Mental Health First Aid / Stewards of Children / Suicide Prevention
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