FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does Infant Crisis Services do?
Infant Crisis Services supplies life-sustaining formula and food as well as diapers and clothing for babies and toddlers in times of crisis. We assist nearly 2,000 babies and toddlers per month on average.
How do you carry out your mission?
Strictly through private donations, grants and volunteer efforts. Infant Crisis Services receives no regular state, federal or United Way funding.
Is there really a need?
It is hard to imagine that there are babies and toddlers who go to bed hungry, yet it happens every day right here in Oklahoma. Our state has the 7th highest incidence of childhood poverty in the U.S. with 1 in 5 babies living in poverty. Infant Crisis Services is bridging the gap for families until they are back on their feet. Unfortunately, WIC and SNAP benefits (food stamps) do not allow for the purchase of diapers or wipes, making it that much more difficult for those in need to receive assistance. That’s where Infant Crisis Services comes in.
What does Infant Crisis Services provide?
Infant Crisis Services provides babies and toddlers with a week’s worth of diapers, formula and food for children under age four. At our main facility in Oklahoma City, we also provide clothing, a bottle or sippy cup, wipes and other miscellaneous items based on availability.
How can a family receive services?
Please call ahead if possible to make an appointment. Appointments may be scheduled by calling (405) 528-3663. We ask that the baby be present at the time of the visit for in-person services. (The baby does not need to be present for BabyMobile services.) Our loving volunteers will be on-hand to help take care of your children while you shop for the items you need. Services are provided a maximum of four times per calendar year per child for children up to their fourth birthday.
There are no income limitations, and no paperwork is needed.
Why doesn’t Infant Crisis Services provide cloth diapers rather than disposable diapers?
Infant Crisis Services will provide cloth diapers for families who request them, however cloth is oftentimes not an option. Childcare centers require parents to leave disposable diapers with their child. In addition, families that can’t afford diapers often do not have washing machines and can’t afford bus fare to get to the laundromat, or money for the laundromat.
What does Infant Crisis Services do?
Infant Crisis Services supplies life-sustaining formula and food as well as diapers and clothing for babies and toddlers in times of crisis. We assist nearly 2,000 babies and toddlers per month on average.
How do you carry out your mission?
Strictly through private donations, grants and volunteer efforts. Infant Crisis Services receives no regular state, federal or United Way funding.
Is there really a need?
It is hard to imagine that there are babies and toddlers who go to bed hungry, yet it happens every day right here in Oklahoma. Our state has the 7th highest incidence of childhood poverty in the U.S. with 1 in 5 babies living in poverty. Infant Crisis Services is bridging the gap for families until they are back on their feet. Unfortunately, WIC and SNAP benefits (food stamps) do not allow for the purchase of diapers or wipes, making it that much more difficult for those in need to receive assistance. That’s where Infant Crisis Services comes in.
What does Infant Crisis Services provide?
Infant Crisis Services provides babies and toddlers with a week’s worth of diapers, formula and food for children under age four. At our main facility in Oklahoma City, we also provide clothing, a bottle or sippy cup, wipes and other miscellaneous items based on availability.
How can a family receive services?
Please call ahead if possible to make an appointment. Appointments may be scheduled by calling (405) 528-3663. We ask that the baby be present at the time of the visit for in-person services. (The baby does not need to be present for BabyMobile services.) Our loving volunteers will be on-hand to help take care of your children while you shop for the items you need. Services are provided a maximum of four times per calendar year per child for children up to their fourth birthday.
There are no income limitations, and no paperwork is needed.
Why doesn’t Infant Crisis Services provide cloth diapers rather than disposable diapers?
Infant Crisis Services will provide cloth diapers for families who request them, however cloth is oftentimes not an option. Childcare centers require parents to leave disposable diapers with their child. In addition, families that can’t afford diapers often do not have washing machines and can’t afford bus fare to get to the laundromat, or money for the laundromat.
