Resources for Pregnancy, Parenting, and Children Services
Allen County, IN
PO Box 25712, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
PH: 260-627-9002
When difficult circumstances arise, many people rely on relatives and friend for support. But for some parents, this is not an option. New Mercies Ministries seeks to help parents in need get on their feet by providing short-term care for their children.
2835 N Illinois St. Indianapolis, IN 46208
PH: 317-921-5935
Most fathers want to be great dads. Low-income father's often experience feelings of isolation and struggle to offer the emotional and financial support their children require. The Indiana Fatherhood Program is here to change that!
1717 S Calhoun FW, IN 46802
3350 E Paulding FW, IN 46816
PH: 260-458-2641
Vouchers for healthy food to pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to 5 years old; formula vouchers for babies until 1 year old.
201 E Rudisill Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46806
PH: 800-403-0864
Food stamps for those who meet income requirements. Apply in person or online at www.in.gov.
227 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 800-589-2264
Office hours: Wed.8:30am-4:30pm
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Early Head Start: If you are pregnant or have a child younger than 3 years old, we have a program just right for you!Through Brightpoint’s Early Head Start program, we help children and their parents develop the skills they need to be successful in school – and life! We also form partnerships with families and communities to help families on the path to social and economic growth.
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Head Start: If you have children ages 3 to 5, we have a free preschool program just right for you! Head Start provides comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and other developmental social services to low-income and special needs preschool children and their families
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On My Way Pre-K: Awards grants to 4-year-olds from low-income families so that they may have access to a high-quality pre-K program the year before they begin kindergarten. Families who receive a grant may use the grant at any approved On My Way Pre-K program.
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Child Care Assistance: Helps families afford quality childcare for children younger than 13. Parents must be working, going to school, or receiving job training to qualify.
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JAG Youth Program: Through training, mentoring, and placement services, we prepare young people for employment or post-secondary training/education after high school. Our mission is not just to keep young people in school through graduation; we also provide work-based learning experiences that will lead to career advancement opportunities and a more rewarding future.
1005 W Rudisill Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46807
PH: 260-456-1600
Youth 7 to 15 years old are matched with an adult volunteer for friendship, guidance, and special activities. Lunch Buddies can be matched at elementary schools having weekly lunch mentoring a child. Contact the school guidance counselor to refer your child.
Daybreak Crisis Homes
500 W Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 260-421-5004
Emergency short-term care for children placed in safe homes up to 7 days.
516 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 260-745-2501
Faith based volunteers caring for children in their home for longer term when parents are facing life struggles.
Erin’s House for Grieving Children
5670 YMCA Park Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
PH: 260-423-2466
Provides support for children, teens, and their families who have experienced a death.
(Through Lutheran Social Services)
PH: 888-722-3678
Families are provided necessary safety items to ensure that their homes are safe places for children. Staff members help with the installation of these items, education, and training. Community agency and self-referrals accepted. Free and voluntary. Ages birth to age 5.
429 E Dupont Rd #68, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
PH: 260-627-9002
Free childcare search. Programs and services to meet the needs of children, parents, and caregivers.
909 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
PH: 260-969-4814
Childcare for children ages 3 to 6 years old with behavioral and psychiatric problems.
3320 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
PH: 260-483-2100
Helps with meeting the needs of children and adults with physical disabilities by offering childcare, adult day services, therapy, etc.
Indiana Association for Childcare Resource and Referral
PH: 800-299-1627
Lifeline Youth & Family Services
4150 Illinois Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
PH: 260-745-3322
Homebased Services:
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Family Centered Casework and Therapy
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Family Centered Treatment
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Effective for treating children who are experiencing behavioral and/or emotional issues from a traumatic event.
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Homemaker/Parent Aid Services
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Parent Education
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Visitation Facilitation
Family Preservation Services: Full array of services aimed at keeping children in the home with caregivers.
3701 S. Calhoun St. Fort Wayne, IN 46807
3030 Lake Ave. Suite 2 Fort Wayne, IN 46805 260-422-3544
PH: 260-969-4357
Provides parenting classes, pregnancy testing, STD testing, limited ultrasound verification, baby things.
3630 Hobson Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815
PH: 260-422-3544
Pregnancy options, STD testing, parenting, baby supplies.
915 S Clinton, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 260-422-5625
Pregnancy testing, pregnancy planning, parent education, community service referrals for assistance with food, clothing, shelter, medical care, and support services following delivery.
1025 W Rudisill Blvd, Fort Wayne IN 46807
PH: 260-469-4076
Health education and case management services to low-income, high-risk pregnant women and their families; can continue until babies first birthday.
500 W Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 260-421-5000
Free in-home services for pregnant women or women with newborns; services can last until child is 3 years old. Enrollment must be completed before the child is 3 months old.
419 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
PH: 260-424-9377
921 W Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
PH: 260-483-8918
4600 W. Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
PH: 260-203-5476
Pregnancy testing, counseling, parenting, baby things. Walk-ins and by appt.
Indiana Family Help Line: 800-433-0746