Baker County

Building Healthy Families

Programs

MINI MOUNTAINEERS

Guardians and kids get outdoors with movement and fresh air. Whether at the park or on the path; walking, playing, and making friends.

Wednesdays at 3:30pm

Join our facebook group for weekly details!

ABC MUSIC AND ME

This hour long group for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners+ and their guardians uses music and movement to strengthen social-emotional skills, motor skills, language reception, ability to follow directions, and more!

Thursdays at 10am at Baker County Library

FIELD TRIP FRIDAYS

Tyically one Friday a month, Building Healthy Families explores a local or regional attraction, such as a pumpkin patch or museum.

Field trips offer a chance for kids to explore our community and beyond in a fun, safe group.

 

MOMCO

MomCo (formerly MOPS) is a supportive group for mothers designed to foster connection, community, and personal growth. Through regular meetups MomCo creates a welcoming space for moms connect.

Visit the Baker County MomCo website or facebook page for more information!

STORYTIME

Come together for stories and a snack with other little ones and their guardians.

Tuesdays at 10am at Baker County Library or Park

DIAPER BANK

Building Healthy Families houses a Diaper Bank where any family in the community can come and receive free diapers and wipes (limit 10 diapers per week, per family). We also have a small selection of baby body care products, swimmers and pull-ups.

Donations to our Diaper Bank are always appreciated, even partial packs!

FOOD PANTRY and sharing shelf

Grab-and-go dinner bags, grocery support, formula, books, activities, crafts, toilet paper, and more!

Our pantry and sharing shelf are located by our office in the Baker Early Learning Center. Give us a call at 541-524-2331 for more information.

SAFE SITTER CLASSES

Safe Sitter® is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The Instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.

HOME VISITS

Home visitors provide individualized weekly 1-hour visits and are able to support families with parenting, education opportunities and connecting to community resources.

PARENT CAFES

Parent Cafes provide a safe space to connect with other parents and have conversations that strengthen our families.

Join us monthly for free lunch, with childcare and incentives provided.

PARENTING CLASSES

BHF provides a variety of parent education classes and workshops both in-person and virtual.  Please contact us to get a list of options currently available.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

We regularly hold community events. Check our calendar and facebook page to stay up to date!

Calendar

FACEBOOK

Fill Your Bucket! (Vitality Café)Autumn is a season of change, reflection, and cozy moments—and it’s the perfect time for parents to pause and fill their own buckets. Fill Your Bucket is a Parent Café designed to provide a warm, welcoming space for caregivers to recharge, connect, and celebrate the small joys that make family life meaningful. RSVP below:docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIJ5VpQCu5nQzuhGNQDny18PCHix9HJ8swbTixXqvXbvTb_w/viewform?usp=s...#FreeEvent #bakercityoregon #parenting ...
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🧤🧣🧥👕👖🥾 Cooler temps don't have to stop the outside fun! BHF has #free warm clothing for kiddos - sweater, coats & more! 🍁No income requirement🍁Appointment required (just reach out! 😄)#autumn #fall #freeresources #kidsclothing #bakercounty ...
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🥔If you LOVE potatoes, you're in luck!🥔A huge THANK YOU to Rohner Farms for donating a truckload of potatoes to share with our community. This is the second year they have generously donated!Come by the Sheriff's Office TOMORROW (October 15th, 2pm) and take some potatoes home! Bring your own boxes, bags or containers and take what you can use.📅 When: October 15th, 2pm📍 Location: 3410 K Street, Baker City (dirt parking lot east of the building)📦 What to bring: Your own boxes and bags🥔 Cost: These are FREE to the public!Please share this post and help get the word out! ...
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Building Healthy Families is happy to bring #connecttoprotectkids to our community!One Safe Adult can make all the difference. Learn how Connect to Protect Kids (CTPK) empowers adults with the 3 Keys to Protecting Children are Commitment, Action, and Connection.Be the difference. Help protect children. Learn more in our bio!#ConnectToProtectKids #CTPK #OneSafeAdult #childsafety ...
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CONTACT US

Reach out today with inquiries about our programs, resources, schedule, or any questions!

Our office is located in The Baker Early Learning Center

Staff

Jessica Hatfield
Parent & Youth Educator
Jillian Hawkins
Communications/Spanish Interpreter
Laura Hawkins
Parent & Youth Educator/Protect our Children
Tori Hawkins
FS&C Home Visitor/Parent Educator

SAFETY CLOSET

In partnership with the Eastern Oregon Early Learning Hub, BHF is happy to provide Safety Resources for families with infants and toddlers. 

Home visitors, community health workers, and other partners in the community – please use the link below to request items for your clients. We will reach out directly to coordinate pickup once your materials are assembled.

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MISSION

Building Healthy Families strengthens families through proven family education and support programs and helps create family environments that assure children’s school readiness, success, and life skills.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Our new strategic plan outlines how we’ll continue supporting families and communities across Eastern Oregon. Click below to learn more.