Prepares is a nurturing response of the Catholic community of
Washington State
to assist pregnant women, fathers, and
their families by walking the journey from conception to their
child's fifth birthday.
Prepares "walks the journey" with pregnant and parenting women, men and families who seek a healthy support network. They will have access to mentors and holistic wrap-around services from conception to the child's fifth birthday.
Services include: client intake and assessment by trained staff, pregnancy testing, parish-based mentors for mothers and fathers, parent support groups, individual and couples counseling.
Prepares provides referrals for urgent needs e.g. food, formula, diapers, housing and clothing. Prepares also offers adoption support and referrals.