Services Archives - Early Childhood Hub of Lane County

Empowered Lactation

What This Organization Does

Empowered Lactation offers lactation and infant feeding support during pregnancy, after birth, and as your baby grows. Get help with latch and positioning, milk supply, pumping, feeding plans, starting solid foods, and weaning. You can get support based on your needs, goals, and the feeding choices that work best for your family.

Services include home visits, lactation classes, free community drop-in groups, and craniosacral therapy. A Spanish-speaking lactation consultant is available to support Spanish-speaking families. Care is inclusive, trauma-informed, and welcoming to LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and families.

Home visits are available in Eugene and Springfield. If you live outside these areas, contact Empowered Lactation to ask about availability.

Services are offered on a sliding scale. Some insurance plans are accepted, inquire for more information.

For more information about services or to get started, use the Contact Us form at the bottom of the page or call 541-321-0403.

WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

What This Organization Does

Lane County WIC (Women, Infants & Children) helps eligible pregnant people, parents, and caregivers get healthy food, nutrition education, and support for feeding their babies and young children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or caring for a child under age 5, you may qualify for WIC.

You can sign up for WIC as soon as you know you are expecting a child. Signing up early can help you get support throughout your pregnancy and after your baby is born.

WIC offers breastfeeding and chestfeeding support from the beginning of your experience through weaning. You can get one-on-one support by phone or in person.

WIC participants can also join a monthly breastfeeding class or attend Baby Check-in, a weekly drop-in for postpartum and baby feeding support.

WIC also offers breast pump education and several pump options to meet your needs, including Hygeia and Medela pumps. Call or text 541-682-4202 to learn more.

Use the form below to get started!

Interest Form

WellMama

What This Organization Does

WellMama supports you during pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy or infant loss through peer support, support groups, and wellness services.

You can connect with trained peer support specialists who understand the challenges that can come with parenthood, including depression, anxiety, birth trauma, isolation, and parenting stress.

WellMama offers support groups, one-on-one peer support, and help connecting with local resources. Staff can help you find support, navigate challenges, and feel less alone during your parenting journey.

WellMama also partners with Women’s Care clinics to connect parents with peer support during pregnancy and postpartum. Through this partnership, parents can be connected with WellMama support services directly through their medical care team.

WellMama Warmline: Call or text 541-525-0495 for support and connection to resources. Text “Support” to get started.

*Available to Lane County residents

Kids in Transition to School (KITS)

What This Organization Does

Kids in Transition to School (KITS) is a free program that helps your child get ready for kindergarten.

Children ages 4 to 6 take part in fun learning activities that build skills for school. You can also get support and tips to help your child have a strong start in kindergarten.

Programs are available in person and online for families.

*Available to Lane County residents

Family and Child Health

What This Organization Does

Get support starting in pregnancy or within the first 3 months with your new baby.

Family & Child Health of Lane County offers several family support programs that connect you with a nurse or family support specialist. Depending on your family’s needs, you can receive a one-time visit with a Registered Nurse through Family Connects Oregon. You can also receive ongoing support starting in pregnancy through Nurse-Family Partnership or after your baby is born through Healthy Families Oregon.

Family support teams are here to help you be the best parent you can be!
Pregnancy & Parent Support Resources Request

*Services available to Lane County residents

Lane County Provider Finder

What This Organization Does

The LaneCare Behavioral Health Provider Finder is a free online tool that helps you find mental health and behavioral health providers in Lane County.

You can search for services, view provider contact information, check availability when it is listed, and compare providers to find a good fit.

The tool helps you connect with services and share results with family members, caregivers, or service providers.

If you are having a mental health emergency, please call or text 988

Find a Provider

*Services available to Lane County residents

Hope and Safety Alliance

What This Organization Does

Hope & Safety Alliance provides confidential support for people and families affected by domestic violence and sexual violence.

You can get help with safety planning, legal support, housing, peer counseling, support groups, and connections to local services.

The organization also offers a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, transportation, food, and basic supplies.

Children can receive child-centered services and respite care while parents and caregivers meet with advocates or take part in support programs.

Hope & Safety Alliance helps you find safety, healing, and support as you move forward.

24-hour Crisis Line Call or Text: 541-485-6513

Online Chat Support

*Available to Lane County residents

Community Health Centers of Lane County

What This Organization Does

Community Health Centers of Lane County provides affordable health care for children, adults, and families.

You can get primary care, preventive health services, behavioral health care, children’s preventive dental services, health education, and referrals to specialists when needed.

Providers work together to help you stay healthy, prevent illness, manage long-term health conditions, and improve your health.

Community Health Centers works with you and your family to provide coordinated care regardless of age, family situation, or ability to pay.

*Services available to Lane County residents

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Food for Lane County

What This Organization Does

Food for Lane County helps you access free food through a network of food pantries, meal sites, and community food programs across Lane County.

Working with local partner organizations, Food for Lane County helps connect you with nutritious food and support for your family. The organization also offers nutrition and gardening education, community garden programs, and opportunities to learn about growing and preparing healthy foods.

Through community partnerships and outreach, Food for Lane County works to help people access the food and support they need.

If you are looking for support with a specific need, please fill out the self-referral form and a FFLC staff member will follow up with you within 48 business hours.

Food Finder

*Available to Lane County residents

Homes for Good

What This Organization Does

Homes for Good offers affordable housing programs and help finding housing in Lane County. Staff can help you understand your housing choices and connect with local services.

Homes for Good also offers financial counseling, weatherization services that can help lower utility costs, and ongoing support for residents.

Through housing programs, service connections, and community partnerships, Homes for Good helps people build stable housing and a strong foundation for the future.

Contact Homes for Good for more information.

Contact form

*Available to Lane County residents