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Resources for Moms & Babies
Grace Place shares trusted Illinois, local, and national resources to help expectant and new mothers access benefits, health coverage, parenting support, and urgent assistance. We also reference maternal health research and public health data to help guide our programs, advocacy, and long-term vision.
Grace Place does not manage these external programs directly. Availability, eligibility, and response times are determined by each organization.
Apply for Benefits
Illinois WIC
Nutrition support, breastfeeding support, and healthy food benefits for pregnant women, new moms, infants, and young children.
Illinois ABE
Apply for medical coverage, SNAP, and cash assistance in Illinois.
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Helps eligible families pay for child care while working or attending school.
Health Coverage for Mom & Baby
Get Covered Illinois
Official Illinois health insurance marketplace with enrollment help.
Moms & Babies
Illinois pregnancy coverage program for prenatal care and postpartum care.
All Kids
Health insurance coverage for babies and children in Illinois.
Pregnancy, Baby & Parenting Support
iGrow Illinois Home Visiting
Support for pregnant women and new parents through home visiting and family support services.
Early Intervention Illinois
Support for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities.
Infant Safe Sleep
Illinois safe sleep guidance and education for reducing infant sleep-related risks.
Local & Community Help
211 Illinois
24/7 help connecting families to housing, food, healthcare, and local support.
Cook County Maternal & Child Health Resources
Local maternal and child health programs and support resources for Cook County families.
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Maternal health data, initiatives, and statewide maternal-child public health resources.
Urgent Help
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
24/7 confidential support for pregnant and postpartum mothers.
Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 support, safety planning, and referrals for individuals experiencing abuse.
Chicago Shelter & Crisis Support
Chicago residents can use 311 for shelter referral and housing crisis support.
Research & Advocacy
Grace Place is committed to informed advocacy and evidence-based support for expectant and new mothers. In addition to direct-service resources, we reference trusted maternal health research, public health reporting, and community-based data to help shape our programs and long-term planning.
CDC Maternal & Infant Health
National data, education, and public health information on maternal and infant health.
March of Dimes
Maternal and infant health research, education, and advocacy.
March of Dimes Report Card
Annual maternal and infant health outcomes data across the United States.
Planned Parenthood
Women’s health education and reproductive health information.
Grace Place also references academic and community-based research related to maternal health disparities, housing instability, and the social determinants of maternal and infant health.
Need More Personal Support?
If you need help finding the right next step, Grace Place is here to help connect you with support.