Offers multiple support groups for single mothers who are pregnant or have an infant 6 months or younger. The goal is to get rid of barriers single mothers may face and offer various services and enrichment meetings.
PO Box 402, Galena, Ohio 43021
(614) 723-9308
mommiesmatter.org
Offers weekly prenatal education classes for expectant fathers and mothers. Classes focus on positive family structure, maternal and infant health. Dads will also receive a mentor for a year after the birth of their child.
1741 Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 817-1950
urbanfdc.org/dads2b
Created by Mount Sinai Parenting Center, Sparks is a parent video series for parents of children from birth through 5 years of age. Sparks provides information to parents about safety, sleep, nutrition, parent-child bonding, development and growth. This information is available in Spanish as well. You can also sign up to receive these videos by text! Parents will receive automatic text updates with your next video link as your child grows.
Text SPARKS to (844) 650-1210
sparksvideoseries.com/watch-now
These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources in and around your neighborhood. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, transportation, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated frequently and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Columbus Public Health Neighborhood Social Work Helpline: (614) 645-6807
www.columbus.gov/publichealth/programs/health-resources-lists
Provides mentoring and education services to pregnant and teen moms in Franklin County. They offer classes on shaken baby prevention, pregnancy and child birth education. They also provide childcare, study help and have a mini boutique stocked with infant and toddler clothing, diapers, blankets, bedding, small equipment and other necessities needed to care for little ones.
4142 Westerville Road, Columbus, Ohi0 43224
(614) 477-1426
chloeinc.org
Provides weekly prenatal education and support programs for pregnant women. Free transportation to program sessions can be provided as well as free child care, food and incentives for attendance.
(614) 292-1605
wexnermedical.osu.edu/moms2b
Offers a range of free and low cost classes for children, teens, adults and parents of infants and kids of all ages and abilities. Find courses on everything from babysitting and parenting to CPR training, autism and diabetes. Example classes include:
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-0662
nationwidechildrens.org/education-classes
Family and Youth Law Center (Adoption Academy): familyyouthlaw.org/academy.php
Research shows that babies who are massaged sleep deeper and longer, spend more time active and alert for learning, and increase bonding and attachments to their parents. Learn to calm and soothe your baby through nurturing touch. These free classes are available by appointment to parents/caregivers. Call for details.
700 Children’s Drive, Room C1840, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 722-2252
nationwidechildrens.org/family-resource-center
Serves: Single Adults & Families, Youth & Teens
Provides counseling and treatment services for children and adults, pregnancy and parenting support, respite care, domestic violence shelter, and foster care services, as well as substance abuse and addiction recovery that include peer support and housing, and more throughout Ohio. Visit the website for additional contact and location information.
(844) 622-5564
Crisis Line: (440) 260-8595
ohioguidestone.org
Offers free classes for parents and caregivers of children 0 to 8 years old. Topics cover parenting concerns such as obedience, bedtime routines and shopping frustrations. It also helps parents manage behavior and prevent problems from happening in the first place. Triple P gives simple and practical strategies parents and caregivers can use to suit their own values, beliefs and needs.
(614) 355-8099 or (833) 594-5437 Toll-free
nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/behavioral-health/for-families/triple-p
*Disclaimer: Please note these centers do not provide or refer for abortion. Consult a licensed medical professional for any ultrasounds or medical care. Please use your judgment for what organization best fits your needs.*
Offers free adult education, entrepreneurial skills training and job search support. They also provide a Start Your Own Business/Small Business workshop series and mental health workshops.
640 South Ohio Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 547-2171
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