PREPARES
(Pregnancy and Parenting Support)
PREPARES (Pregnancy and Parenting Support), an initiative of our state's bishops, is our parish's outreach to families in the Black Diamond community who have children 5 and under.
Our PREPARES volunteers provide essential needs like diapers, wipes and clothing to families of all faiths and backgrounds, supporting them as they nurture their children from pregnancy through early childhood. Opportunities are available for volunteers who would like to be a family companion, providing support and friendship to parents. Training is provided.
Baby Closet
Baby and kids clothes (NB - size 5T), diapers, and supplies (no charge)
First Sunday of every month, 12-2 pm
St. Barbara Catholic Church,
Lower Level Room A (church basement)
32416 6th Ave, Black Diamond, WA
Companion Services
Family companions offer support and friendship to parents. A family companion is a trained volunteer who wants to walk with parents on their parenting journey. They are there to give the support and confidence parents need in the first months and years of their lives. Companions and parents are encouraged to connect on a regular basis.
Contact
If you know a family in our parish or the greater Black Diamond area who could use assistance with essential needs, or if you would like to volunteer with PREPARES or find out more, please contact the coordinator at stbarbaraprepares@gmail.com
To learn more about the PREPARES program, visit preparesforlife.org.
Currenting training available for Family Companions and Baby Closet staff.
Contact the coordinator at stbarbaraprepares@gmail.com for additional information.
Time Commitment: Varies – Generally 1-2 hours per week