Resources for Families

The Family Life Center is committed to supporting your family throughout your child’s medical journey. This is not an exhaustive list of all resources offered. To create a support plan tailored to your family’s unique needs or to access additional support, please visit the Family Life Center, located on the first floor of the House.

General

• Alabama County Resources
• Jefferson County Department of Health
• Alabama Career Center

Mental Health & Crisis Support

• The Birmingham Crisis Center
• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Financial

• Navigating Medical Financial Hardship
• SNAP Benefits
• FDIC Money Smart Education tools
• Apply for Disability Benefits for Your Child Through the Social Security Administration

Parenting & Childcare

• Newborn Development Milestones
• Parenting Tips and Education Through the Parenting Assistance Line
• PBS Kids for Parents
• COA Health and Wellness and COA Kids Health YouTube Playlist

Education

• Educational Support for K-12 Students at the Sunshine School (Children’s of Alabama families)
• Free Monthly Books Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination library
• Alabama Early Intervention System
• HeadStart

Health & Wellness

• Navigating Your Child’s Emotional and Mental Wellbeing
• Sleep Well with Bedtime Stories for the Whole Family
• The Mindfulness Teacher – Calm in a Click Mindfulness for Children
• Moments of Mindfulness Playlist for Parents or Caregivers

Grief and Loss

• Eluna Resource Library for Caregivers Helping Their Child Navigate Grief & Loss
• Sesame Street Caregiver Guide to Grief