Support and Resource Guides
The caregiving spectrum is the term we use to refer the different identities a caregiver can have, encompassing pregnancy, parenting and other types of caregiving. The Women's Center strives to make UD as inclusive and supportive as possible for all students, employees, and university guests who are parents and caregivers. This includes policy recommendations and evaluation of services, among other activities.
Our campus support guide covers different resources available on campus to the different populations we serve. We try to keep this guide up to date, but if you see something missing please contact us at caregiving@udayton.edu.
Caregiving Support Guide
What is the Caregiving Spectrum?
The caregiving spectrum describes the diversity of caregiving identities a person may have or circumstances faced: from unexpectedly expecting to planned biological parenting, from navigating adoption to abortion recovery, or caregiving for parents, siblings and friends, and not forgetting the participating partners in all these scenarios.
The graphic below lists some of the various concerns that a person on the caregiving spectrum must consider to maintain the wellbeing of body, mind and spirit, equitable access to material needs, and the organizational policies and procedures that inhibit or support success.
Caregiving Coalition Tips for Support
The coalition recognizes that people on the caregiving spectrum face obstacles that require complex decision making. We ask that if someone discloses about these challenges, that you:
- Focus on expressing care for them as a person
- “How is this impacting you?"
- Ask for ways to support them to make decisions that are best for them.
- “It sounds like you have some complex decisions to make.”
- “How can I support you to make the decisions that are best for you?”
- As a reminder, students on the caregiving spectrum may feel stigma and shame so it is important for each of us to to reflect on our beliefs and biases prior to any of these conversations to decrease the likelihood of unknowingly contributing to stigma/shame.
The Step Care Model
Due to the diverse nature of caregiving and diverse roles on campus, access to various campus and community resources will vary according to eligibility and identity. As you navigate resources, be sure to read the descriptions to ensure you understand eligibility requirements.
*Please note, this is a non exhaustive list of campus partners who provide relevant advocacy and support services.
Student Care and Advocacy
- Comprehensive case management for students in distress and/or facing challenging life stressors
- Location: Gosiger Hall, Room 202
- Contact: 937-229-1212 or knoah1@udayton.edu
Hand in Hand, Campus Ministry
- Emotional support and counseling, connections to community resources, material needs and advocacy for single pregnant students*
- Location: Campus South, Room 114
- Contact: 937-229-1754 or bebbert1@udayton.edu
*resource for students only
Women's Center
- HTC (community partner providing items for caregivers of childen), lactation room access, caregiving support groups, and advocacy for employees and students who are caregivers*
- Location: Alumni Hall, Room 204
- Contact: 937-229-5255 or caregiving@dayton.edu
*resouce open to all students, faculty, staff
Equity Compliance Office
- Support for pregnancy related discrimination and accomdations
- Location: Marianist Hall, 240 (use entrance near Gosiger Hall)
- Contact: 937-229-3622 or equitycompliance@udayton.edu
Counseling Center
- Confidential counseling *email is not secure
- Location: Gosiger Hall, Room 110
- Contact: 937-229-3141 or kking4@udayton.edu
Student Health Center
- Free pregnancy tests and speciality referrals
- Location: Gosiger Hall, Ground Floor
- Contact: 937-229-3131 or healthcenter@udayton.edu
Brook Center
- Student food pantry, LGBTQ+ identity specific resources
- Location: Art Street
- Contact: 937-229-1292 or brookcenter@udayton.edu
Office of Learning Resources
- Learning accomadations for pregnant students
- Location: Roesch Library, Room 023
- Contact: 937-229-2066 or olr@udayton.edu
International Student Scholar Services
- Case management for international students
- Location: Rike Center, Room 204
- Contact: 937-229-2748 or isss@udayton.edu
Military & Veteran Programs & Services
- Case management for veteran and military students
- Location: Zehler Hall, Room 203
- Contact: 937-229-5541 or vetservices@udayton.edu
Listed below are resources in the Miami Valley that may be helpful to parents and guardians of children.
If you are current faculty staff or student looking for up to date off campus pregnancy resources, please visit Porches page on pregnancy .
Caregiving Resource Guide
Finding quality child care can be an overwhelming task. The resources below can help you know what options are available, what questions to ask, the cost of child care, and what to look for in a child care program.
4C For Children (937) 220-9660
4C for Children educates and supports parents to make sure all children reach their full potential. Their website is a one stop-shop where you can search for child care, read about the benefits and considerations for different types of child care, and find resources about child development.
Preschool Promise (937) 723-2729
Preschool Promise is designed to ensure that all children can attend an affordable, Star Rated Preschool for at least one year. All families who live in Montgomery County and have a child who will be 4 years old by September 30, 2017, are eligible to apply. All families are eligible for tuition assistance. The amount they can receive depends on total household income, family size, the Star-Rating of their Preschool.
No matter how carefully you plan ahead, you can’t predict everything. For information about backup childcare and a list of locations that offer this type of care, please visit the Backup Childcare page.
PEDIATRICIANS
Pediatricians are medical physicians that manage the health of children. Most insurance providers have a physician search tool on their website; a few are listed below. You can search for physicians by specific criteria like specialty, location, languages spoken, and more. Through these search tools, you have access to practice and contact information of physicians.
CareFinders / 1-866-608-3463
Caresource / 1-800-479-9502
CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS
Children’s hospitals provide medical and surgical treatments for a wide variety of serious and life-threatening conditions for children. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.
Dayton Children’s Hospital / 1 Children's Plaza, Dayton, Ohio 45404 / (937) 641-3000
Dayton Children’s Hospital - South Campus / 3333 West Tech Road, Miamisburg, OH, 45342 / (937) 641-3000
PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
Public health departments offer a variety of services that support the health of men, women and children. They focus on preventing of the spread of disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, and protecting the environmental health of the community.
Public Health- Dayton & Montgomery County / 117 S Main Street, Dayton, OH 45422 / (937) 225-5700
Butler County General Health District / 301 South Third Street, Hamilton, OH 45011 / (513) 863-1770
Greene County Public Health / 360 Wilson Drive, Xenia, OH 45385 / (937) 374-5600
Warren County Health District / 416 S. East Street, Lebanon, Ohio 45036 / (513) 695-1228
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services provides services to individuals and families including pregnancy and parenting educational programs, food pantry, and counseling services, regardless of faith of their clients.
922 West Riverview Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402 / (937) 223-7217
1046 Brown Street, Dayton, OH 45409 / (937) 296-1007
HANNAH'S TREASURE CHEST
Hannah’s Treasure Chest is a nonprofit organization which provides new and gently used clothing, furniture, toys, books and other essential items for children in need. Any UD student, faculty, or staff can take advantage of this service through the Women's Center. Please visit the Center in Alumni Hall or call 229-5390 to learn more.
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF JOB & FAMILY SERVICES
The Departments of Job and Family Services are comprehensive agencies that provide benefits and services to individuals and families in the areas of children services, child support, public assistance (including cash and food assistance), social services, and workforce development.
Butler County 315 High St, Hamilton, OH 45011 / (513) 887-4000
Greene County 541 Ledbetter Rd. Xenia, Ohio 45385 / (937) 562-6000
Montgomery County 1111 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd. Dayton, Ohio 45422 / (937) 225-4148
Warren County 416 S East St #1, Lebanon, OH 45036 / (513) 261-1420
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
St. Vincent de Paul serves the homeless and those on the brink of becoming homeless by providing emergency shelter, transitional and permanent supportive housing, food, clothing and household items, and guidance to lead a self-sustaining life.
St. Vincent de Paul - Dayton 124 West Apple St. Dayton, OH 45402-2617 / (937) 222-7349
UNITED WAY
United Way provides resources for the community around education, promoting financial stability and independence, helping children reach their full potential, and community health and wellness. Their Helplink 2-1-1 connects you with a live person 24 hours a day who will help you navigate their local nonprofit network. These skilled workers listen to your needs, research all available service options, connect you with help, and follow-up as needed. They are specially trained to help with problem solving and crisis intervention.
Butler County United Way 323 N 3rd Street, Hamilton, OH / (513) 863-0800
United Way of Greater Dayton 33 W. 1st Street, Suite 500, Dayton, OH 45402 / (937) 225-3000
United Way of Warren County 3989 S. US Route 42, Lebanon, OH 45036 / (513) 932-3987
CHILD CAR SAFETY LAWS
Car seats are required by law in Ohio for children under 4 years old and under 40 pounds.
Booster seats are required by law in Ohio for children 4-8 years old and under 4’9’’ tall. Children and teens 8-15 years old are required to wear adult seat belts.
CAR SEAT INSTALLATION & INSPECTION
Whether you’ve just installed a car seat or need help installing or using one, get help at a car seat inspection station near you. Certified technicians will inspect your car seat free of charge, in most cases, and show you how to correctly install and use it.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
The Miami Valley has options for transportation if you do not own a car. The public transportation in the Dayton area is reliable, safe, and cost-effective, and their information is listed below.
Butler County RTA 513-785-5237
Dayton RTA 937-425-8300
Warren County Transit Service 888-297-0990