Children & Family

Pregnancy Support

Together, we'll focus on your goals, celebrate milestones, and connect you with support that meets your family's needs.

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Every family's journey is different

What You'll Receive

  • Monthly one-on-one coaching
  • Resources for pregnancy, parenting, and child development
  • Support for personal and family goals
  • Connections to community resources and services
  • Encouragement and hope throughout pregnancy and your baby's first year
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Who can participate?

You may qualify if:

  • You are 18+
  • Are currently pregnant
  • Household income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level (about $2,461/month for a single adult)
  • Participate in monthly support meetings and goals
  • You live in one of our counties: See FAQs
Questions? Email Us

This program is funded 100% [$722,584.53] by the Missouri Department of Social Services and federal funds received from the Administration of Children and Families (ACF) of the United States (U.S).

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about our Pregnancy Support program.

How do I know if my household income is at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level?
Household Size Monthly Income Yearly Income
1 person $2,414 $28,968
2 people $3,261 $39,132
3 people $4,108 $49,296
4 people $4,954 $59,448
5 people $5,801 $69,612
I am pregnant. Can you help?

Yes. Our Pregnancy Support program provides guidance, resources, and encouragement during pregnancy and through your baby's first year.

What support is available through Pregnancy Support?

Monthly support meetings

  • Education about pregnancy and parenting
  • Goal setting and progress support
  • Referrals to helpful community resources
How do I know if I qualify?

You may qualify if you:

Are currently pregnant

Meet income guidelines

Live in one of our 27 counties

Are willing to participate in monthly support meetings

What are the 27 counties that Catholic Charities KC&SJ serves?

Andrew

Atchison
Bates
Buchanan
Caldwell
Carroll
Cass
Clay
Clinton
Daviess
DeKalb
Gentry
Grundy
Harrison
Henry
Holt
Jackson
Johnson (MO)
Lafayette
Livingston
Mercer
Nodaway
Platte
Ray
St. Clair
Vernon
Worth

 

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