Thurston County, Washington

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Thurston County Washington

Public Health and Social Services

Parent & Child Health

Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, parent and child health services strive to deliver high quality, trauma informed resources to underserved and communities at risk, improving the health of the public and mitigate health disparities.

Perinatal Support Services

Free Parent Support Line: Call or text 1-888-404-7763 (PPMD). Perinatal Support Washington's Warm Line offers warm, understanding, and private support through our parent volunteers and trained staff. Answered live 9am-4:30pm, Mon-Fri. All other times please leave a message, and we will return your call within12 hours.

PS-WA Spanish Warm Line: Linea Gratuita De Apoyo Para Padres: Llama o textea al 1-888-404-7763 Ofrece comprensin y apoyo confidencial.

Free Wellness Plan Template to keep track of your recovery plan.

Thurston County Perinatal Resources & Referral Guide

Upcoming Events

Drop-in Lactation Support Group - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month

Parenting and Postpartum Support Group - 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month

Bereavement Support Group - Empowering families affected by fetal, infant or child loss. 

Family hold baby on couch

Additional Resources

Ten Things You Can Do to Prevent Child Abuse | Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Preparing for Your Birth Journey Brochure (TC) 
Childbirth wasn't what you had hope for...now what? Brochure (TC) 

Preventing Child Abuse

Together! Is on a mission to advance the health and well-being of all young people through community schools. They offer different support and opportunity services to children, youth, and families

2-1-1 Washington; Community resources at no cost

HelpMeGrow Washington; Find local resources for things such as clothing banks, employment, housing, and financial support

Food Resources; Apply for SNAP or WIC benefits, find local food banks, sign up for summer meals for your children

Health Resources; Enroll in free or low-cost health insurance, find dental clinics, and access to family planning services

Pregnancy and Childbirth Resources; Breastfeeding and childbirth support as well as access to diapers and supplies

Parent and Caregiver Resources; Childcare locations, foster care services, parenting classes, support groups, one-on-one parent & caregiver support

 

 

 

Contact our Maternal Child Health Program at (360) 867-2500 or email PHSS_MCH@co.thurston.wa.us if you have additional questions.