The Life of a Single Mom

To see that no single mom walks alone by establishing single mother support groups in churches throughout the U.S. and providing life skills education in 3 core areas: Parenting, Finances, and Health & Wellness, including both online and in-person learning and a variety of events. Organization also offers a variety of initiatives throughout the year, including diaper distribution, single moms' conferences & boot camps, Easter & Christmas giveaways, podcasts, videos, books, licensed counseling, and resource referrals.
Social Media Handles: https://www.facebook.com/thelifeofasinglemom
Age ranges (in years):
  • 11 - 17 years
  • 18 - 25 years
  • 26 - 40 years
  • 41 - 64 years
Gender:
  • Female
Special populations served:
  • Survivors of Sexual and Physical Assault
  • Family
  • Pregnant persons
  • People who are experiencing homelessness
  • People who have been recently released
  • Guardians raising infant/children
  • Other
    • Mothers with a legal status of single raising children 19 or younger
Address:
12015 Justice Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816
Phone: (225) 341-8055
Hours of operations:
Monday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Tuesday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Thursday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Notes: *Closed on Fridays during the summer
Maternal & Infant Health Services Provided Section

Does your organization directly provide any of the following classes/training?
Parenting Classes (gentle parenting, child development, bathroom training, the infant and young child etc...)
Does your organization directly provide any of the following supplies?
Diaper Wipes
Diapers (for babies and children)
Feminine Hygiene Products
Does your organization provide any of the following direct services?
Case management
Perinatal Mental Health (therapy, counseling etc)
Support Groups
If you offer support groups, what type of support groups do you offer?
single mothers with children ages 19 or below
Additional Requirements Section

Does your organization provide any of the following Tele-services?
Virtual phone visits
Virtual video visits
Referral Process: Do you need to be referred to receive services?
No
Is government-issued identification required to receive services? If yes, what form of ID do you require?
No ID Required
Payments: Which form of payments does your organization accept?
Free / No Cost
Is there public transportation available with one mile of your company/agency? (Does the city bus route have a stop within walking distance?)
Yes
Is there any additional information your agency/company would like to provide?
faith-based organization that does not provide financial assistance, but provides counseling, case management, events, life skills education, and product distribution primarily