New Baby, New Caregiver (AMHERST)

Name: New Baby, New Caregiver (AMHERST)
Start: 2025-09-29T10:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-29T12:00:00-04:00
Location: 101 University Drive, Suite A3, Amherst, MA 01002

Schedule

Mon Sep 29 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

101 University Drive, Suite A3, Amherst, MA 01002 | Amherst, MA

🌟 Adjusting to life with a new baby? You don’t have to do it alone. 🌟
Starting Monday, September 29, 2025 (and every other Monday in October and November), join us from 10 AM – 12 PM at 'The Bridge' Amherst Family Resource Center (101 University Drive) for a free, supportive group designed for caregivers of babies ages birth–8 months.
👶 Bring your little one along and connect with other caregivers who truly understand what you’re going through.
This is a safe space to:
* Share your experiences and challenges
* Ask questions and get encouragement
* Build friendships and support networks
✨ Childcare is available for older children (your little one is encouraged to join you in the group)
Cost: Free – walk-ins welcome, or call ahead to register.
Contact: Lisa Gallant or Kate Tiedemann at 413-549-0297.
💜 Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding to your family, this group is here to remind you: you’re not alone on this journey.
'The Bridge' Family Resource Center (FRC)
101 University Drive, Suite A3
Amherst, MA 01002
413-549-0297
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The Amherst Family Resource Center (FRC) is a program of nonprofit community behavioral health agency Clinical & Support Options (csoinc.org).
It is open weekdays to provide free multi-cultural parenting and kid-friendly programs, mental health needs assessment, job/housing referrals, and school-focused help for families whose children range in age from birth to 18 years without any need for insurance.
Massachusetts Family Resource Centers (frcma.org) have been operating since 2015, with FRCs in each of the state’s 14 counties. CSO has operated the Amherst FRC since 2015.
The Amherst FRC primarily serves Hampshire County, but would welcome any nearby family looking for support, referrals or community.

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Family Resource Centers, like the one in Amherst, are designed to be accessible solutions for families seeking health, safety, educational and employment services.
CSO’s team at 'The Bridge' Amherst FRC are trained and ready to help local families with a broad range of concerns, including:
• Career — Find help looking for employment, exploring career options, and discovering which jobs are a good fit.
• Child Care — Attend parenting groups with onsite child care.
• Early Childhood — Develop positive parenting skills that will improve a child’s growth and development. Participate in playgroups and activities.
• Education — Get study support for adult GED testing.
• Family Support — Obtain direct assistance or referrals to groups that promote family unity and successful life skills.
• Financial — Attend workshops and consultations to manage a budget, save for the future, or repair credit.
• Housing — Navigate the system to find ways of meeting housing needs.
• Legal — Get help working with local juvenile courts to identify services for youth.
• LGBTQ — Join supportive, social networking groups for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer teens and families.
• Medical — Identify potential medical services.
• Mental Health — Engage in an atmosphere of support and wellness, with clinical referrals available.
• Peer Support — Connect and learn from other parents/guardians, grandparents, and youth.
• School Services, Homework Help & Special Ed — Ensure children receive the support and resources they need with homework, school plans, and more.
• Recovery Resources — Access local support groups. Connect with outpatient and/or residential treatment programs.
‘The Bridge’ Amherst FRC is located at 101 University Drive, Suite A3. It is open for walk-ins and by appointment each weekday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 413-549-0297.