Baby And Mommy Support (BAMS) | Step Forward

Provides case management for pregnant women, infant care, and parenting education. Services include one-on-one consultation and training, life skills, sharing circles, wellness workshops and special guest speakers and vendors. Topics include how to care for your baby, nutrition and wellness, self-care, how to cope with stress, breastfeeding, postpartum depression and more. Family Development Specialists will work closely with the moms to assess their needs and provide case management services. Dads will also be encouraged to participate in the program. Moms that require additional support can be referred to Parenting classes and will receive assistance from a social work assistant or social worker. In addition to support and resources, moms will be referred to Early and Head Start programs.

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211 Cleveland

Physical Address

1801 Superior Ave., Ste. 400, Cleveland, OH 44114

Hours

M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm.

Fax

(216) 696-0770

Application process

Call M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm to make an appointment for intake. A medical exam will be required for admission. There is a waiting list for this program. No walk-ins. Clients must wear masks, and will have their temperature taken upon arrival.

Fee

Free

Eligibility

Open to pregnant mothers, and to children ages 6 weeks through 18 months at intake. Must live in Cuyahoga County with a family income up to 125% of the federal poverty level.

Service area

United States

Agency info

Step Forward

Assists low-income County residents to improve their situations through job readiness, training and placement, rent and utility assistance, various social services, Head Start programs, and information/referral.