SERVICES OFFERED

  • A home in Marion County for teenagers 13-18 years old who are pregnant or had a child in the last two years.
  • Medical assistance - usually through referral to state or local health services. Confidential counseling is also provided.
  • Referral to recognized professionals in adoption and social services.
  • Distribution of maternity clothes, baby clothes, and baby equipment.
  • Life skills classes and referrals to locally sponsored programs.
  • Loving attention from trained, sympathetic volunteers.
  • Spiritual guidance through church and Bible study.
  • Support to continue their education, job training and personal growth.

EXAMPLES OF WEEKLY SERVICES

  • Monday: Parenting Classes from Healthy Start (MC Health Dept)
  • Tuesday: Group counseling, The Centers
  • Wednesday: Individual Case Plan Meetings, Social Worker, Tutor
  • Thursday: Bible Study, Counseling
  • Friday: Group Anger Management, Psychologist

EXAMPLES OF MONTHLY SERVICES

  • Nutrition Session
  • Personal Banking Session
  • Adoption Orientation
  • Success By 6 Parenting
  • Lamaze/Breast Feeding Class