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

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FREE SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM IS RETURNING!Free, nutritious meals will be available to all children ages 18 and younger most weekdays Monday through Thursday throughout the summer, from June 15 through August 6, 2026. A sack lunch and breakfast for the next day will be offered from 11:00am to 11:30am via the bus lane at Baker High School on E Street. We will be using a drive-through model again this year, and walk-ups are also welcome.No registration is necessary - just show up!Children should be present to receive meals; however, we understand that may not always be possible. (For example, if a child is not feeling well.) This year, we will not be offering meal purchases for adults.Anyone who needs more information may contact Food Services Supervisor Amanda Dolby at the District Office by calling 541-524-2260. ... See MoreSee Less
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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

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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.