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BABE Store 

Good Samaritan Network Fiscal Sponsor

 

Mission

The BABE Store provides tangible incentives for families to nurture and improve their children's health and well-being.

 

The BABE Store is a community-based incentive program overseen by the Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County that provides new and gently used essential clothing and supplies to pregnant women and parents of young children (up to size 6). The program operates a store concept where families exchange coupons for needed items. Coupons are obtained from various participating healthcare and social service agencies and providers.

 

 

What does the BABE Store provide? 

Various items like: clothing, toys, bottles, hygiene supplies, diapers, bedding, wipes, etc., are available for babies and young children (up to size 6). Only valid BABE Store coupons are used for item selection(s).
Although some items may not always be readily available or in stock, new and gently used items will be restocked as quickly as possible. They are distributed on a first-come-first-served basis. 

What are BABE Store coupons?

Official BABE Store coupons are used to “buy” or “exchange” for various item(s) you want to select at the BABE Store. Save your coupons until you have collected the number you need.  
Coupons are non-transferable. Only the client whose name appears on the coupon may redeem it with photo identification. Coupons expire 12 months from the date of service listed on the coupon. 
The appropriate participating agency must fill out coupons on the front. They must also be signed and stamped with the date of service completed by the agency, or they will be considered invalid and will not be accepted.
BABE Store managers/staff reserve the right to limit the number of items purchased based on inventory. 

Where do I earn coupons for the BABE Store?

Listed participating agencies of the BABE Store will provide opportunities to earn coupons based on their specific services. Coupon(s) can be redeemed for various BABE Store item selections. See the current listing of participating agencies. 

Who can shop at the BABE Store?

Parents of young children who have earned coupons at various participating agencies of the BABE Store may shop for needed items during regular store hours. 

BABE Store-Related Agencies

●    Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (WIC)
●    Purdue Extension Services – Family Nutrition Program

 

Outcomes

Parents are actively encouraged to utilize maternal, child, and social services in Hamilton County, such as prenatal appointments, parenting class attendance, child immunizations, and other activities that improve family health and child development. 
As a result of the BABE Store program, more parents are completing parenting and/or nutrition classes, working toward their GED, attending breastfeeding support groups, and establishing goals with a self-sufficiency outcome while achieving personal dignity and increased self-esteem. With these incentives, parents are more likely to participate in other programs that improve their family's overall health and well-being.