GAUDENZIA ERIE, INC.—BABIES FIRST

Corporate Headquarters
(610) 239-9600
FAX: (610) 239-9195
106 West Main Street
Norristown, PA 19401

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Gaudenzia Erie, Inc.—Babies First
Free & Confidential Services for At-Risk Pregnant Women & Postpartum Parents

361 West Fifth Street
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 456-5758
(814) 456-2668 Fax

Length of Treatment:
Any stage of pregnancy through up to a year postpartum.

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION:

Pregnant substance abusing women

Detoxification, if necessary can be arranged

Pregnant women in need of support to prevent relapse

Pregnant women affected by the substance abuse of another person

Women at risk of engaging in substance abuse during pregnancy

Postpartum parents in need of support to prevent relapse

Helpful At Admission:

Current Form of Identification
Insurance or Medical Assistance Cards(s)
Social Security Card

Program Description:
These services are free, confidential, and open to Erie County residents. Individuals who participate in the Babies First program receive case management, support, and education.

The Babies First case management services help participants gain access to medical care, drug/alcohol treatment, counseling, housing, employment, and other community services. The Babies First case manager provides in-home services to make them accessible to individuals who may not have reliable transportation or childcare.

The education services provide information about healthy pregnancy practices, preparation for labor and delivery, caring for the baby, and information regarding the risks associated with chemical use during and after pregnancy.

The Babies First program supports the participants by teaching healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety during prenatal and postpartum visits. Follow-up care is provided to monitor the participants transition from the services.

Services:

In-home services
Case Management
Individualized Care Planning
Individualized Support
Education
Aftercare Planning and Referral
Follow – Up
Medication Education
Educational Remediation Referral
Vocational Planning and Referral
Social Work Services
Legal, Medical and Psychiatric Services Referral
AA, NA and DRA information
Chemical Dependency and Mental Health Education

Funding:
This service is free to participants who are Erie County residents, and is funded through the Erie County Office of Drug and Alcohol Abuse.

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