Children's Home Association of Illinois - Good Beginnings

Description:

Good Beginnings is a prenatal and postpartum home visiting program that provides services and support to qualified first-time and second-time caregivers in Peoria and Tazewell counties. Good Beginnings program offerings include:

-Community-based doulas provide labor support, education, postpartum care, and home visits to mothers in the program beginning at the third trimester through six weeks postpartum.

-Home-Visiting Family Support Specialists provide activities, education, and resources to help you be the best caregiver you can be.

-Prenatal classes are available for expectant birthing people and their partners to learn the best ways to keep everyone healthy during pregnancy.

-Father support group offers new dads education, comradery, and bonding to help all fathers feel supported and prepared for parenthood.
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Additional exclusive programs for all enrolled Good Beginnings families include:

-Spanish and English parent support groups provide additional resources to help caregivers create safe and stable home environments for children in their care

-Moving Beyond Depression therapists help new parents navigate and move through postpartum depression with in-home therapy.

Hours:

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Intake Process:

Please call.

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English and Spanish

Eligibility:

First-time and second-time caregivers of children (or expectant caregivers) in Peoria and Tazewell counties

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

October 1, 2023

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Legal Status:

Non-Profit