Resources for Dads

Below are some resources connected to some of the top challenges fathers may face. For support with something not listed below, please email outreach@cornerhealth.org to connect with the Fatherhood Coordinator.

New Dads

Money

Mental Health

First Year Chart

The Corner Health: has My Baby’s First Year Booklets with important information, like baby development, doctor visits, vaccines, sleeping habits and tips, safety for the baby, formula usage, nutrition and foods, common illnesses and what to do, and more resources every parent may need. Ask at the front desk.

The CDC: offers a list of milestones for a child's first years (2 months- 5 years old) that are important developmental milestones that are learned in the way children play, move, learn and speak. Learn more.

Childbirth Classes

Corner Health Childbirth Classes: Learn about labor stages, hospital preparation, comfort options, birthing preferences, postpartum care, and breastfeeding readiness. Understand the role of a doula. Free classes are available on May 16, July 18, September 19, and November 21, 2024. For more information or to register, call Sweet Pea MIHP at 734-714-2258 or visit here

Ypsi-Arbor Childbirth Education: Offering evidence-based classes to prepare for childbirth and parenting. Options include a 7-week evening series and 4-week weekend classes, both in-person, covering labor, birth, and postpartum care registration

Infant Care & Safety Classes

Corner Health Infant Care and Safety Class: Learn the basics of infant care, including car seat and sleep safety. Bimonthly classes are free for expectant parents in their third trimester, aged 26 and younger. Participants can receive a car seat and portable crib if needed. Upcoming 2024 classes: June 27, August 15, October 17, December 12. For more information, call the Car Seat Hotline at 734-763-2251 or visit here.

Employment

Michigan Works: provides support and help for employment, by providing job opportunities, building resumes, preparing for interviews, and eligibility criteria. Visit Now

Skills Trade

Advance Ypsi: is an initiative at WCC focused on providing community members with access to career training and educational opportunities in high-demand fields. This initiative is designed to support local residents by offering programs that enhance skills and employability, https://www.wccnet.edu/succeed/initiatives/advance-ypsi/

EMT Trucking offers a 16-week paid course as an emergency medical technician. Once the course is completed students a well prepared for the national registry licensure exam and obtain their EMT license. Learn more.

Michigan.gov: through the Labor and Economic Office offers opportunities for registered apprenticeships. It offers paid occupations that increase wages as skills increase and the ability to earn credentials.Take me there.

Education

Washtenaw Community College GED Program: offers a flexible and supportive GED preparation program to help individuals earn their General Educational Development (GED) certificate. This program provides comprehensive resources and instruction to prepare students for the GED exams. Start now.

My Future Fund: allows families to start investing for college early on in a child’s life. It is structured as a children’s savings account. Investing in My Future funds increases the number of students attending post-secondary college because of the increased opportunity of the funding. Show me.

Emergency Assistance

Barrier Busters: invests in emergency funding to help prevent costly evictions and health emergencies. The residents(Washtenaw County residents) in need of assistance have access to the “Barrier Buster Emergency Unmet needs” fund. They also offer a helpline if you need more help and or information. Visit Here.

debt.org: gives information for single parents in need of emergency and financial assistance. As well as government-provided programs like (TANF, and CCAP) for single parents to learn about and apply to.

Virtual Support

Brother Be Well: is a multimedia platform that focuses on mental health for boys and men of color, offering culturally-affirming education, awareness, and healing. The platform offers Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) education and is open to the public, with free membership available for individuals and groups. Connect here.

HeadsUpGuys: is a website that connects men who are struggling with mental health with resources, articles, support teams and therapists. Their mission is to support men in their recovery from depression, reduce their risk of suicide, and inspire them to live healthier lives. Learn more.

CORE groups and mentors

the mentoring program at Corner that supports patients and program participants. Mentorship can take place on an individual level, in group spaces or in community partnership. Check it out!

Therapist at Corner

We all would benefit from unbiased and sound support. Our therapists provide behavioral health and social work services to support the mental health and well-being of patients. After establishing care at Corner, you can be connected to a therapist. Call 734-484-3600 or book online under Contact Us.

Needs in the Home

Legal Services

Additional Health Needs

Food

The Corner Health Center: offers free food assistance to community members ages 12-25 and their children, who can receive free food once a week. The food pantry offers fresh produce, baked goods, frozen meats, and dairy/eggs. Ask the front desk to go! Don't forget to ask about our weekly cooking classes.

Hope Clinic: provides food to families and individuals in need. Pantry appointments allow you to shop for your own food once a month, including bread, produce, meat, and dairy. Appointments are required. Schedule an appointment here.

Clothing

House by the Side of the Road: provides free clothing for children and adults. They offer baby clothes, clothes for school, and work clothes. There are limits to how many clothes you can take, and clients can come back for more clothes every three months. There is no need for qualification to get clothes. Learn more.

Project Hope: helps anyone in need. They offer baby items (0-18) months old, this includes diaper wipes and baby clothes. They also offer more information in connecting and networking for more resources. Learn more.

Household Items

Corner Health Center: offers free household items, beauty products, books, clothes and more in the Corner Store. Ask the front desk to go!

Resilience Center: is a free shopping experience for students, families, parents and single parents. They offer personal care and hygiene items and toiletries. Learn more.

Child Support

Michigan.gov: offers an educational booklet about what every parent should know about child support and how it works. As well as how and where to apply for child support and any additional information and links to learn more.

Representation

Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LSSCM): provides free legal advice and representation to low-income individuals, families, and older adults in Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Hillsdale, Ingham, Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe, Shiawassee, and Washtenaw Counties. Please visit How to Get Our Help to connect with one of our offices.

Michigan Advocacy Program: provides access to the justice system for those who need it the most through direct legal help and statewide advocacy. Learn more.

Dental

Smile Michigan: offers free & reduced fee dental programs in Michigan. Learn more.

Hope Clinic: provides limited dental treatment to the community. Visit their site to learn eligibility requirements.

Washtenaw Community College: offers a dental clinic available to their students, staff, faculty, and community. Cash and checks are the only accepted payment method because dental work is priced at a nominal fee as low as $5(fluoride treatments) to $20(1 filling). Take me there.

Dermatology

Novartis Patience Assistance Foundation provides their patients with free medication with limited or no prescription drug coverage. This includes medications in dermatology, oncology, ophthalmology, and many more. For the assistance you must meet their income criteria and no to minimal prescription coverage. https://www.novartis.com/us-en/patients-and-caregivers/patient-assistance/patient-assistance-foundation-enrollment

Allergy

Corner Allergy Clinic: The Corner Health Center Allergy Clinic offers comprehensive care for individuals with allergies. They provide diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of various allergic conditions Learn more.

EAF(Elijah-Alavi Foundation): is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting inclusive resources for food allergies and asthma in health care. They provide training for school professionals. And childcare workers to ensure proper care of people with those conditions. Learn more.

Medicaid: is a healthcare program that provides free healthcare for low-income adults and children. However, people 21 and older may have a copay for certain services, but many services are covered by Medicaid including medical supplies/ needs, prescriptions, regular doctor visits, mental health, surgery, vision, immunization shots, dental, and hospital care. Learn more.

Special Needs

Ask a Corner staff about our specialized OB clinic.

The CSN Fund: is a program provided by Michigan.gov to help families with children with special needs obtain equipment and services not covered by insurance or other programs. Learn more here.

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