ALLEN WOMEN’S HEALTH
Allen Women's Health provides enhanced maternal health services including case management or prenatal care, social services counseling and referral,
nutrition assessment and education, WIC, dental health education and referral. Specializing in women’s health and high-risk pregnancies, the health care team consists of nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, dieticians and support staff.
WHEN: Monday – Friday (Thursday evening appointments available)
WHERE: 233 Vold Drive, Waterloo
CONTACT: 235-5090
COST: Determined by family size and household income. Financial assistance available for eligible patients. Free pregnancy testing.
WEBSITE: www.allenhospital.org
ALTERNATIVES CRISIS PREGNANCY & PREVENTION CENTER
Alternatives is a non-profit agency, which offers free pregnancy testing, as well as peer counseling, information on fetal development and support for parenting, adoption, and post abortion stress. The Caring Connection program offers mentoring and material support for women who are pregnant or have an infant less than 12 months of age. All services are FREE. Call for more information.
WHEN: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday 9 am to 8pm
Friday Closed
WHERE: 1006 Decathlon Dr., Waterloo
CONTACT: 232-5683- 24 hours Help Line, email: admin@alternativescenter.org
WEBSITE: www.alternativescenter.org
BIRTHRIGHT
Birthright offers: Free pregnancy tests, counseling, maternity and infant clothing and ongoing, confidential support and encouragement.
WHEN: MWF 10 am – 7 pm, walk in
WHERE: 408 Main St., Cedar Falls
CONTACT: Kathy Napientek, 266-2000 or 233-5391
Birthright Hotline: 1-800-550-4900
COST: Free
COVENANT HIGH RISK PRENATAL CLINIC
Prenatal service for those who do not have insurance, who have no physician for prenatal care, and those with insurance but need specialized care. May be referred to clinic by another physician, a community service, or self. Free pregnancy testing.
WHEN: Clinic Hours Monday – Thursday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Pregnancy Testing Monday/Wednesday 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Tuesday/Thursday 7:30 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
No appointment needed.
WHERE: Covenant Medical Center, 3421 W. 9th St., Waterloo
CONTACT: Call 272-8200
COST: No one will be turned away due to funding
WEBSITE: www.covhealth.com
NORTHEAST IOWA FAMILY PRACTICE CENTER
Family Practice provides a team approach to pre and postnatal care. Evening OB appointments available. Services may include one-to-one education with nurse, dietitian and the social worker. FREE pregnancy testing available. Call for appointments.
WHEN: Clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,
Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Family Practice Center, 2055 Kimball Ave., Waterloo
CONTACT: Enhanced OB Department, 272-2112
COST: Private Insurance and Title 19 accepted
Sliding fee scale available
WEBSITE: www.familypracticecenter.org
BABY BASICS
This two class series covers the care of the newborn to approximately one year of age. Content includes bathing, skin care, feeding, stimulation, play, safety, communication, and sleep. Format includes videos, written materials, demonstration, and return demonstration.
WHEN: 4 times yearly
WHERE: Covenant Medical Center, 3421 W 9th St., Waterloo
CONTACT: Women’s Center for Health, 272-8288
COST: $10 per couple
WEBSITE: www.covhealth.com
HAVE A HEALTHY BABY PROGRAM
Have a Healthy Baby Program, sponsored by the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, offers prenatal education and support for pregnant teens and young women ages 12-24. Program is presented in a small group setting that encourages peer interaction. The program is also available to individuals in their homes. Stork’s Nest points may be earned. The focus of the program is to help pregnant teens and young
adults deal with daily nutritional and lifestyle choices that affect the baby’s health, such as drugs, alcohol, and smoking. This program is also available to Bosnian and Spanish audiences.
WHEN: As arranged
CONTACT: Jill Weber, 234-6811
EMAIL: jrweber@iastate.edu
WEBSITE: http://www.iastate.edu/efnep
STORK'S NEST PROGRAM
The mission of the Stork's Nest Program, a community based initiative, is to unite, educate and support families to help improve maternal and infant health. Participants earn points for healthy behaviors such as receiving medical services and attending educational classes. Points are then used to “purchase” infant products at the Stork’s Nest Store. Sponsored by Operation Threshold.
WHERE: YWCA
CONTACT: Storks Nest Coordinator, 291-2065
COST: None
ELIGIBILITY: Income guidelines based on 185% of poverty level or those eligible for
WIC or Title XIX. Must reside or receive prenatal care in Black Hawk or Buchanan Counties and be pregnant or parent of a child less than 13 months old.
YOUNG PARENTS TOGETHER- YOUNG MOMS, DADS & COUPLES
For young moms or dads, through age 19, who are currently pregnant or are parenting a child under age 4. Prenatal and childbirth preparation classes are offered, as well as classes to encourage the development of positive parenting skills. A wide array of subjects is addressed to insure the health and well being of participants and their children. Program goals include preventing subsequent pregnancies among participants, providing emotional support to teen parents, and strengthening young families. Offered by a collaboration of nine community agencies.
WHEN: Mondays, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. (meal, child care, & transportation provided)
WHERE: YWCA, 425 Lafayette, Waterloo
CONTACT: YPT Coordinator, 235-3189
COST: None
HOPES HEALTHY FAMILIES OF IOWA
The HOPES - Healthy Families Iowa Program, sponsored by Lutheran Services in Iowa, is a home visitation program aimed at empowering families and helping parents promote healthy outcomes for their children. Services are offered in the families’ home and can include transportation to medical and other necessary appointments.
WHEN: Monday - Friday, 8:00 to 5:00 pm and as needed
WHERE: Lutheran Services in Iowa, 925 E 4th Street., Waterloo
CONTACT: Tamika Fisher, Program Coordinator, 319-233-3579
EMAIL: tamika.fisher@isiowa.org
COST: Free to eligible families
PARENT TO PARENT
“Parent to Parent” is an in-home support program for parents of newborns. Trained, experienced volunteers meet with new parents in their home approximately one hour each week until the baby is three months old. Volunteers provide emotional support, parenting education, and information on community resources. Training for new volunteers is held two or three times each year. This program serves families of all cultures.
WHEN: On-going
WHERE: Family & Children’s Council
CONTACT: Adriane Carlson, 234-7600 ext. 13
EMAIL: acarlson@fccouncil.net
COST: Free
WEBSITE: www.fccouncil.net
PROJECT HAND-IN-HAND-EARLY HEAD START
Project Hand-in-Hand offers comprehensive child development services to families with children prenatal through age 3. Hand-in-Hand is an Early Head Start Program that offers center-based care as well as a home-based program enabling children and families to learn together. Support services include: health, dental, nutrition, education, social services, as well as strong emphasis on parent involvement and parents as their child’s first and best teacher.
WHEN: 12-month program
WHERE: Head Start, 800 Milwaukee, or in your home
CONTACT: 287-3848 or 235-0383
COST: Free to eligible families
WEBSITE: www.tricountychildandfamily.org
PARENTS ACHIEVING SUCCESS WITH SUPPORT (P.A.S.S.)
Being a young parent isn’t easy. Sometimes it’s nice to talk to someone who has “been there.” P.A.S.S. is here to help. This program is for young parents between the ages of 20 and 25. This program offers an opportunity for young parents to come together and discuss issues affecting their families, including parenting, finances, continuing education, and employment.
WHEN: Tuesdays, 3:45 to 4:45pm (light snacks and child care provided)
WHERE: YWCA, 425 Lafayette, Waterloo
CONTACT: Missy Denning, 234-7600 ext 12 or Cyndi Ritter, 234-7589
COST: None
WEBSITE: www.ywcabhc.org
TRI-COUNTY CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, INC.
Provides comprehensive child development services to children ages birth to five and families in Black Hawk, Buchanan, and Grundy counties. Provides five-day-a-week, part day and some full day programs throughout the year. Program includes parent involvement, decision-making, social services, health services, education services (developmentally appropriate), conflict resolution, problem solving, and nutrition services.
WHEN: Part day nine-month program September through May, and some full day, full year services are available
WHERE: Various locations throughout the counties served
CONTACT: 235-0383 for more information
COST: Free-based on financial eligibility
PARENT CONNECTION
Parent Connection matches a screened and trained volunteer and/or a staff person with a teen parent. Home visits involve providing emotional support, parenting education and information about community resources for a minimum of three months. Training for new volunteers is offered on an on-going basis.
WHEN: On-going
WHERE: Family & Children’s Council
CONTACT: Missy Denning, 234-7600, ext. 12
COST: Free
WEBSITE: www.fccouncil.net
EARLY PARENTING CLASS
This class covers newborn issues regarding the first days of an infant’s life, such as baby care, circumcision, cord care, and car seat safety issues.
WHEN: Six sessions per year
WHERE: Allen Hospital OB Classroom 355, Waterloo
CONTACT: Suzanne Starbeck, 235-5088 ext 1
COST: None
WEBSITE: www.allenhospital.org Click on Classes/Screenings