Educational Resources
Scholarships for Moms!
http://scholarships4moms.net/scholarship-application-for-moms
Federal Student Aid
Cosmetology School
Stack's Academy of Beauty
We provide four curriculums as follows:
• Cosmetology-1500 Hour
• Cosmetology Instructor-1000 Hour
• Hair Braiding-300 Hour
• Hair Braiding Instructor-600 Hour
Upon completing any of these courses and passing state board test, students will obtain a Licensing thru the state of Illinois.
School location:
1700 Sheridan Rd, North Chicago il 60064
Learn More by sending us an Email: stackhouse95@gmail.com
State Career College
Medical Assisting
Basic Nursing
Dental Chairside Assisting
The College of Lake County
Health Resources in Lake County, IL
Lake County Health Department – Women’s Center & Teen Clinic (847-377-8622)
http://Health.lakecountyil.gov
Services Offered:
Well woman examinations, including breast and pelvic exams
STI/HIV testing
Pregnancy testing and Contraception
Counseling for adoption, healthy lifestyle, relationship and pregnancy
Educational community presentations
Prenatal clinic
Advocate Condell Medical Center – (847-990-5407) or www.advocatehealth.com
Services Offered:
Prepared Childbirth Class
Teen Prepared Childbirth, Spanish and English
CPR for friends and family, English and Spanish
Breastfeeding support class
Safe-sitter babysitting classes
Social Service Referrals in Lake County, IL
Catholic Charities – (847-782-4229) or www.catholiccharities.org
Services Offered:
Emergency Funds
Pregnancy services to any teen or woman experiencing an unplanned pregnancy
Services up to child’s 1st birthday
Counseling and pregnancy education
Adoption planning
Illinois Department of Human Services – (847-336-5212) or www.illinois.gov
DHS determines eligibility for the following State and Federal Programs:
Medicaid/Medicare
SNAP
TANF
One Hope United – (847-245-6500) or www.onehopeunited.org
Services Offered:
Comprehensive Counseling
Mental Health Services
Parenting
Child Development
Prevention Services
Family Preservation Services
Youth Services
Placement Services
YWCA of Lake County – (847-662-4247) or www.ywcalakecountyil.org
Services Offered:
All Kids application
Community Referrals
School Age Before & aftercare
Parenting Services
Women’s Health Education / Screening
Developmental screenings
Childcare referral & assistance
WEA Education/workshops literacy, computers, and career
What Can I Do to Promote a Healthy Pregnancy?
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/preconceptioncare/conditioninfo/pages/healthy-pregnancy.aspx
ZocDoc Search for OB-GYN
http://www.zocdoc.com/obgyns
Medications and Pregnancy
http://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy/meds/
Eating Right During Pregnancy
http://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=6808
A Guide for First-Time Parents
http://kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_center/newborn_care/guide_parents.html
Baby-Proofing Your Home
http://www.improvenet.com/a/baby-proofing-your-home
Understanding Children’s Sleep Habits
http://www.sleepforkids.org/html/habits.html
Choking Prevention for Children
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/injury_prevention/choking_prevention_for_children.htm
Well-Child Visits | Medline Plus
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001928.htm
Pediatric Health and Safety Guide
https://www.acls.net/pediatric-health-and-safety-guide.htm