CODY RESCUE CENTRE FOR TEEN MOTHERS
Counseling and Case Management
Emotional and Practical Support.
The Counseling Program provides individual counseling, information, advocacy, systems navigation, and referrals to other services. Counselors provide comprehensive, wraparound support and information to assist participants in making informed choices around pregnancy options, personal goal-setting, relationships, and other personal challenges.
At Cody Rescue Centre, every young mother is paired with a counselor who provides personalized support. Our counselors offer unbiased information and help young women make informed decisions about their health, relationships, and parenting.
They assist with setting personal and educational goals, working through relationship challenges, and connecting mothers with other resources they may need.
Our counselors come from local universities and agencies, ensuring that each teen mother receives compassionate, expert guidance as they navigate the many challenges of motherhood.
“My confidence quickly turned to worry as things started changing so rapidly. Thankfully my counselor at Cody centers was able to connect with me by phone and helped calm my fears.” – A Former Cody center’s Participant.
Housing Support
Securing a Safe Home.
Finding secure and affordable housing is critical for young mothers. At Cody Rescue Centre, we go beyond just finding housing—we ensure it’s a place where young moms and their children can thrive. We help them navigate rental listings, advocate on their behalf, and ensure they understand their rights as tenants.
Safeguarding a mother and a child
For those ready to live independently, we provide temporary housing and conduct surprise visits every two weeks to check on their well-being. We also offer conflict resolution services for issues with landlords and help ensure that necessary repairs are done, creating a safe, stable environment for these young families.
Breifly: Often, girls in third-world countries are forced into marriage or hard labor jobs before the age of 13. We advocate for the young-women in our community, and work to create local dialogue on behalf of the girls living in our village.
Our hope is to raise $8000 for the teen mothers shelter.
Through our life-skills training program and residential care—young women who we call “treasures” learn to tailor, make uniforms, cook different foods for retail, and receive business start-up training! With these new skills young-women are able to earn a salary which will help support them upon graduation from Cody rescue center for teen mothers.
Hospital Support
Care during Critical Moment.
When it comes to medical care, Cody Rescue Centre is a constant source of support. We accompany our young mothers to all antenatal appointments and ensure they receive the necessary medical care throughout their pregnancy. When it’s time to deliver, we are by their side, supporting them through labor and birth.
Our team stays at the hospital until the baby is born; often taking responsibility for vital documentation and ensuring both the mother and baby are well cared for. We don’t leave until we are sure that everything is in order, offering peace of mind to the young mothers we serve.
"I was getting treatment, and my child was cared for too—we were safe." — Evelyn
Health Services
Comprehensive Care.
Health program is designed to meet the individual health needs of participants and their children by providing individual health counseling, specialized prenatal and postpartum classes, and system navigation support to reduce barriers when accessing the health care system. Participants have access to free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, feeding supplies, and other health products through local hospitals and centers that work with.
Health services are primarily provided by hospitals and recognized state centers as we don’t have a hospital. Referrals also offered, including for a primary care provider, midwives, doulas, and more.
Our health services extend beyond the basics. We facilitate monthly visits from doctors and nurses who provide medical care and counseling. For pregnant teens, we offer free pregnancy tests, prenatal classes, and nutrition counseling, ensuring they receive comprehensive care both before and after birth.
We also train labor support volunteers who accompany young mothers to prenatal appointments and assist during labor, offering emotional and physical support. This ensures a more positive birthing experience and helps these young women feel empowered during one of the most vulnerable times in their lives.
Parenting Groups
Building Community.
Parenting is difficult at any age, but it can feel especially isolating for young mothers. That’s why we’ve created the Parent-Child Club—spaces where mothers can share their experiences, receive guidance, and develop parenting skills. We organize fun, interactive activities like music circles, crafts, and sensory playtime to help build a sense of community among these young women.
This peer-driven environment helps build confidence and creates lasting bonds between mothers who understand each other’s unique challenges.
Parenting Support.
We offer parenting support that includes counseling, information, guidance, and referrals. Developmental screening is offered by our Parenting Support Worker using Ages & Stages as an early intervention approach, supporting parents' understanding of developmental milestones, attachment, and behavior that facilitates healthy development.
Group Programming
We offer various core groups focused on pregnancy (Prenatal/Food4Two), early postpartum (Infant Feeding), parenting (Nobody’s Perfect), and personal development (Girls Circle).
Resettlement Support
Rebuilding Lives.
For many teen mothers, returning home after giving birth is not an option. Stigma and societal judgment often leave them without family support. At Cody Rescue Centre, we help resettle those who can return to their families, working closely with them to ensure a safe transition. For those who cannot, we continue to provide housing and support until they are ready to move forward independently.
Resettling a young mother takes time, often requiring weeks or months of careful planning. But when it’s complete, we know that we’ve given both the mother and child a fresh start.
We know the best place for the teen mothers is being with their families, we work together with families to sort or identify their diffculties and tackle them together.
Practical Supports
Clothing the mother and a child.
Participants have access to get items such as clothes that are donated for the kids and their babies such as, baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books, and small household items. Emergency supplies are also available for items, such as, diapers, formula, menstrual products, and food.
This peer-driven environment helps build confidence and creates lasting bonds between mothers who understand each other’s unique challenges.
Parenting Support.
We offer parenting support that includes counseling, information, guidance, and referrals. Developmental screening is offered by our Parenting Support Worker using Ages & Stages as an early intervention approach supporting.
Respite Care
A Much-Needed Break.
Our Respite Care Program offers a safe and supportive environment for young parents under 25 to take a much-needed break. Whether it’s for a weekend, an emergency medical situation, or simply to catch up on sleep, we provide a haven where their child is cared for while they focus on personal needs.
Many of these young mothers are juggling school, work, and other responsibilities, and this service allows them to breathe, knowing their child is safe.
Respite care is more than just a break—it’s a lifeline for young mothers struggling to balance their responsibilities. Whether it’s studying for exams, looking for housing, preparing for a new baby, or simply getting a night of rest, we offer a refuge. Tracy, one of our beneficiaries, expressed her gratitude.
"I am more confident with my baby." — Tracy
Help Us Give Teen Mothers a Safe Haven
Clothing the mother and a child.
Teen mothers and their children are struggling—outcast, stigmatized, and isolated. We urgently need your help to provide a permanent shelter where they can find safety, hope, and a fresh start. Right now, we are facing a dire need for shelter, as many young mothers have nowhere to turn.
Your donation will rescue these vulnerable girls, offering them a safe home, food, and the chance to rebuild their lives with their children. We are striving to raise $8,000 to secure rent for this vital teen mother shelter. Will you join us in rescuing and supporting these young mothers in their time of need?
Life Happens— We are Here to Help
Life can be overwhelming, especially for young moms who may lack the resources or family support they need. At Cody Rescue Centre, we offer practical help for day-to-day challenges. Our closet provides essential items like baby clothes, toys, maternity wear, and small household items—all donated by generous supporters.
We also provide free transportation for teen moms still living with their parents, making it easier for them to attend appointments or access resources. Our compassionate team even accompanies them to medical visits, providing not only physical transportation but emotional support as well.
