Maternity and Family Services
Maternity Program Components
The following services are available to pregnant women supported by Mary's Shelter. We offer these services in whatever way will benefit women most - via outreach or while they reside in our building.
Temporary housing
Individual and group counseling
Assistance with coordination of:
Prenatal care
Formal education
Future housing
Budget counseling
On-site classes to help develop:
Parenting skills
Interpersonal relationship skills
Housekeeping skills
Outcomes
Our goal is give every woman to experience a healthy pregnancy while having access to the following resources:
Successful enrollment in and/or completion of high school, current grade level, or GED program
Active participation and completion of in-house courses on prenatal care, parenting and life skills training
Referrals to appropriate transitional or permanent housing agencies
Mary’s Shelter is not a medical facility and does not provide medical advice, medical procedures, or abortions.
Family Wellness Program Components
Designed to support low-income families of all types, our Family Wellness Program is available to caregivers by providing the following resources:
Scheduled, monthly in-person visits
Referrals to outside resources
Assistance with diapers, household and pantry items as needed
Outcomes
Our goal is for caregivers to have the support they need to help their families thrive.
This program is available to low-income families during scheduled appointment times. Please call our office at 610-376-1973 to discuss whether your family qualifies, and to schedule an appointment.
