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A high risk pregnancy and a NICU stay is not for the faint of heart. We've got you.


The Team at Alliance for Black NICU Families

DIRECTORY FOR NICU FAMILIES

Having a baby in the NICU is HARD.  We get it and we've been there ourselves.  This list


If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, chat with them online via their website, or text HOME to 741741 (multiple languages available). If this is an emergency, call 911.

Start Here

Start here to gain access to a myriad of resources for the public when in crisis.

211.org

https://www.211.org/

Find Help

https://www.findhelp.org/


Baby Items (other)

General resources for baby items.

Cribs for Kids

www.cribsforkids.org 

Free Babies Stuff

https://www.peanut-app.io/groups/8ol-dmq/free-babies-stuff


Children’s Toys & Books

Children's books and toys are attainable. Reach out to these resources.

Book Bot

https://www.bookbotkids.com/free-books-for-kids

eReader IQ (Kindle)

https://www.ereaderiq.com/

Imagination Library

https://imaginationlibrary.com/

Play with Free Stuff: No Batteries Required

https://www.naeyc.org/resources/blog/play-free-stuff-no-batteries-required

The Realistic Mama

https://www.therealisticmama.com/free-baby-toys/

Whyia World: Free Books Every Week

https://whyia.world/


Diapers

Diapers can hit a budget hard. We got you!

Napkin Network, The

https://www.thenapkinnetwork.com/

National Diaper Bank

https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org/

Parents' Magazine Tips for Free Diapers

https://www.parents.com/get-free-diapers-samples-coupons-and-more-8640205


Feminine Hygiene Products

FHPs can hit a budget hard, too. We got you!

Napkin Network, The

https://www.thenapkinnetwork.com/

National Diaper Bank

https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org/alliance-for-period-supplies/


Food for Babies, Children and Families

Running to and from the NICU, life is a struggle. Learn about food resources here.

Back Pack Program: Free Groceries and Meals for Weekends and School Holiday

https://www.feedingamerica.org/our-work/hunger-relief-programs/backpack-program

Find Free Food & Groceries

https://www.feedingamerica.org/need-help-find-food

Infant Formula

https://freeformula.exchange/home

School Year Meals Programs

https://www.feedingamerica.org/our-work/hunger-relief-programs/school-year-meals-programs

Women Infants Children (WIC)

https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/wic-eligibility-requirements


Healthcare

Running to and from the NICU, life is a struggle. Learn about food resources here.

Find a Health Center

https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

FindTreament.gov (Mental Health and Substance Abuse Asssitance)

https://findtreatment.gov/

Healthcare.gov

https://www.healthcare.gov/lower-costs/

Rx Assist (List of Patient Assistance Programs for Prescriptions)

https://www.rxassist.org/

SingleCare (Discount Prescriptions)

https://www.healthcare.gov/lower-costs/


Home

From mortgage to rent to utilities and more, this list should help you.

Affordable Connectivity Program

https://standupwireless.com/acp/

Energy Assistance Programs (including equipment, etc.)

https://liheapch.acf.hhs.gov/search-tool/

Internet Assistance

https://www.affordableconnectivity.gov/

Mortgage Assistance

https://www.hud.gov/topics/avoiding_foreclosure/workingwithlenders

Mobile Phone and Wireless Connectivity Service

https://standupwireless.com/

Water Assistance

https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/programs/lihwap


Respite Care

When your baby is home from the NICU, these resources might be able to help give you a breather.

AARP Caregiving Help

https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/life-balance/info-2017/respite-care-plan.html?intcmp=AE-CAR-CLB-R4-C3

Lifespan Respite Care Program

https://acl.gov/programs/support-caregivers/lifespan-respite-care-program


Social Security Income (SSI)

Certain criteria about your NICU baby might help you access a little income from Social Security

Social Security income

https://www.ssa.gov/ssi


Transportation

Getting to and from the NICU, these resources might be able to help you.

LyftUp Program

https://www.lyft.com/lyftup/jobs-access/get-help

Uber Health for Caregivers

https://www.uberhealth.com/us/en/caregiver/

Please note that we provide these resources solely as a service. It is up to you to reach out to them and advocate for yourself.

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