Parent Support Archives - Early Childhood Hub of Lane County

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 interest form 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

Relief Nursery

What This Organization Does

Relief Nursery, Inc., supports you and your young children from birth to age 5 through family support, home visits, parent education, and family advocacy.

Most services and supplies are available to families enrolled in Relief Nursery programs. Parent education opportunities may also be available to parents and caregivers in the broader community.

Staff work with you to understand your family’s strengths, needs, and goals. They help you build parenting skills, strengthen parent-child relationships, reduce stress, and support your child’s growth and development.

Services may include home visits, parent education and support, respite childcare, crisis support, child development screenings, and connections to local services for employment, health, mental health, and children’s activities.

The program also offers therapeutic early childhood classrooms and mental health and recovery support for enrolled families.

Relief Nursery has two locations to better serve families:

Eugene Location
1720 West 25th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97405
541-343-9706

Robin Jaqua Child and Family Center
850 South 42nd Street
Springfield, OR 97478
541-485-0007

Contact Relief Nursery to learn more or get connected with services.

Contact Relief Nursery

*Services available to Lane County residents.

Center for Childhood Safety and Wellbeing

What the Organization Does

The Center for Childhood Safety and Wellbeing (CSAW) collaborates with Oregon communities, youth, families, and traditionally excluded persons to prevent violence and promote healing, belonging, and child and youth well-being.

Check out the Parent & Community Cafés!

Creswell Family Resource Center

What This Organization Does

Get help with parenting, child learning, and daily family needs.

The Creswell Family Resource Center offers parent classes, play and learning activities, and help finding local services. Staff can help with food, clothes, diapers, and other basic needs.

You can also learn about schools, local events, and programs for families. The center helps you find support and connect with other families.

Call to learn more about services 541-895-6175

Crow-Applegate-Lorane Family Resource Center

What This Organization Does

Get help with parenting, family needs, and local programs.

The Crow-Applegate-Lorane Family Resource Center offers parent classes, family programs, and help finding local services. Families can get help with food, clothes, diapers, and other basic needs.

Staff can help you learn about schools and find programs that are right for your family.

Call to learn more about services 541-935-2100

Early Childhood CARES

What This Organization Does

If you are concerned about your child’s development, Early Childhood CARES can help.

Early Childhood CARES provides free early intervention and early childhood special education services to infants, toddlers, and preschool children in Lane County.

Services are individualized to the unique needs of each child. Your child may receive support with communication, problem solving, motor skills, self care skills, and/or social skills.

Children may receive services and support from early intervention/early childhood special education providers, speech language pathologists, physical therapists, and/or occupational therapists.

Interpretation Services Available Upon Request

For Spanish, call: 541-346-0742
Text: 541-393-7200

Parents and guardians can refer their own child. Childcare providers, doctors, nurses, teachers, and others can also make a referral.

Refer a Child

*Available to Lane County residents

Family Relief Nursery

What This Organization Does

Get support for your family and help your child grow and learn.

Family Relief Nursery offers home visits, parent classes, and services for families with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Staff can help you build parenting skills, lower stress, and create routines that work for your family.

You can get help with diapers, clothing, food, and other basic needs. The program also offers transportation for children, emergency respite care, and connections to local services.

Services are free and may be available in English and Spanish.

To learn more about services contact Family Relief Nursery at 541-942-4835 or email at info@frncg.org.