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Better Birth Outcomes - Comprehensive (BBO-C) | Macon County Health Department

1221 East Condit Street, Decatur, IL 62521

Eligibility

Open to birthing persons and infants less than 6 months of age with risk factors which may include: - Income eligibility - Diseases that affect pregnancy or infants - Homelessness or in unstable housing - Teen or over 45 years old - Previous pre-term delivery or low birth weight - Mental health issues - Previously incarcerated or under house arrest - DCFS involvement in the past year - Victim of domestic violence - Substance abuse during pregnancy - Complex medical issues

Required documents

Varies by service
(217) 423-6988 ext. 1335

Voice - Main Phone

www.maconchd.org/family-services75830d43#BetterBirthOutcomesProgram

Application process

Call or visit for information or services

Fees

None

Service area

Macon County, IL

Description

Provides one-on-one support throughout pregnancy.

Offers personalized support for a healthy pregnancy, full term delivery, and postpartum care through the baby’s first 6 months.

Navigators (who are nurses and social workers) can also connect clients with community resources and help find medical care.

Those who qualify for the program may receive:

- Personalized prenatal and postpartum education.

- Community referrals and links to services.

- Services provided free of charge.

Providing organization

Macon County Health Department

Provides public health services to the Macon County communities.