How You Can Help
Become a volunteer! MomsBloom volunteers are comprised of people who are passionate about the bond between parent and baby. For many volunteers, helping a family with a newborn is a life affirming experience. Volunteers must be available a few hours a week and make a three-month commitment to a family. All volunteers are screened and an orientation program is required. [ Learn More ]
“The first time I left after helping my MomsBloom family- I got goosebumps- THIS is what it feels like to make a difference.” – Lesley, MomsBloom Volunteer
Upcoming Volunteer Trainings - Call 616-828-1021 or email Angie@momsbloom.org for more information, location details or to register. Registration is required.
2010 Training
Monday, September 16 - 6:30 PM Location: Grand Rapids Women's Health (555 MidTowne Street NE, Suite 400) http://grandrapidswomenshealth.com/howtofindus/drivingdirections/
Thursday, September 23 - 10:00 AM (in Holland)
Thursday, October 21 - 6:30 PM
Thursday, December 2 - 6:30 PM
Gather and Grow Meetings (for current volunteers): An opportunity for volunteers to receive further education, meet other volunteers and share about MomsBloom experiences in a confidential environment. Plus, it's a lot of fun!
Thursday, October 14 - 7:00 PM (time and location TBD)
Topic: Postpartum Mood Disorders
Thursday, November 18 - 7:00 PM
Topic: Thank you treat for volunteers
Forms For Volunteers
Family Waiver (PDF)
Volunteer Waiver (PDF)
Volunteer Code of Ethics (PDF)
PPD Scale (PDF)
Volunteer Hours (PDF)
Comprehensive Resource List (PDF) - Updated 8/19/08
Family Evaluation(PDF)
Volunteer Evaluation (PDF)
News/Updates
Nearly 1 in 5 families are affected by some form of PPD. You are not alone, you are not to blame, you will recover with proper help. Click to see the proclamation (PDF).
MomsBloom is awarded grant from Jenny's Light to support Flourishing Families program.
The mission of Jenny's Light is to improve and save lives by increasing awareness of all perinatal mood disorders, including postpartum depression.
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