Parent Resources
Emergency Resources
2-1-1: A free call to King County 2-1-1 connects you to a Referral Specialists who are experts in understanding the eligibility requirements of many human service systems. They are experts on food, shelter, housing, rent and utility assistance, legal assistance, financial assistance, governmental assistance programs, health care, employment, education and family support programs.
9-1-1: Call in case of emergency. If you feel suicidal call 911.
24-Hour Crisis Line: Call 866-4CRISIS (427-4747)
If you, or someone you know, are experiencing: Anxiety or loneliness, Family or relationship difficulties, Symptoms of mental illness, Loss of a job, Health concerns, Abuse, Alcohol or drug abuse, Thoughts of suicide.
Domestic Violence
New Beginnings at (206) 522-9472
24-Hour Crisis Line: Call 866-4CRISIS (427-4747)
If you, or someone you know, are experiencing: Anxiety or loneliness, Family or relationship difficulties, Symptoms of mental illness, Loss of a job, Health concerns, Abuse, Alcohol or drug abuse, Thoughts of suicide.
Domestic Violence
New Beginnings at (206) 522-9472
Perinatal Support -WA
Additional Seattle Area Drop-In Postpartum Emotional Support Groups
Perinatal Support Washington
Toll Free Warm Line: 1.888.404.7763
Pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders (PPMD) affect 10 to 20% of all mothers and about 10% of fathers. You are not alone. Help is available. You can get well.
PS of WA has been supporting families for 23 years, helping 1000s of families. In addition to the Warm Line, they maintain a list of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, doulas, and acupuncturist who specialize in perinatal mood disorders.
Perinatal Support Washington
Toll Free Warm Line: 1.888.404.7763
Pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders (PPMD) affect 10 to 20% of all mothers and about 10% of fathers. You are not alone. Help is available. You can get well.
PS of WA has been supporting families for 23 years, helping 1000s of families. In addition to the Warm Line, they maintain a list of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, doulas, and acupuncturist who specialize in perinatal mood disorders.
Parent Groups
PEPS
Program For Early Parenting Support (PEPS) matches families with others in their neighborhood that have babies born around the same time. Each session of 12 weekly PEPS meetings brings parents together to share the joys and challenges of parenthood, and develop confidence in their own abilities. Facilitated by volunteer leaders.
PEPS also maintains a list of neighborhood resources for new parents, here's the link for West Seattle: http://www.pepswestseattle.org
Low Cost Resources
Center for Human Resources
(206) 461-3222
Individual and Family Counseling:infant menal health; family support services.
Wellspring New Parent Services
Locations Throughout King County
(206) 524-9055
Within Reach
Call the Family Health Hotline
1-800-322-2588 https://resources.parenthelp123.org/
Within Reach can help you understand and apply for a variety of food and health resources in WA state.
(206) 461-3222
Individual and Family Counseling:infant menal health; family support services.
Wellspring New Parent Services
Locations Throughout King County
(206) 524-9055
Within Reach
Call the Family Health Hotline
1-800-322-2588 https://resources.parenthelp123.org/
Within Reach can help you understand and apply for a variety of food and health resources in WA state.
Breastfeeding Support
Nurturing Expressions: NE is a West Seattle boutique with breastfeeding and pumping gear, as well as groups, classes and support. When you attend Early Days group on Tuesdays you can make an appoitment and shop at their store.
