BCIU SERVICES

The BCIU’s Pregnant and Parenting Teen services are designed for the teen parent who is struggling with balancing school, family, and work responsibilities.

A seamless network of services is provided in the following areas:

Individual and group supportive services
Vocational and career exploration
Healthcare and nutrition education
Child development and parenting education
Child care and transportation referrals
Assistance with transition to employment, further education, or training after high school
Home visitations
After-school activities, workshops, and field trips
GED and academic support
Budgeting and family planning education
Case management services
Support services during the summer
Collaboration with school district and community resources

BCIU Pregnant and Parenting Teen Services:

is staffed with case managers who are sensitive to the individual situation of each student;
offers a unique program with flexible hours to accommodate students’ schedules;
develops partnerships with school districts and health and human services agencies;
helps students utilize valuable community resources; and
provides creative educational, personal, and career development activities.

Who is eligible?

Pregnant or parenting teens who are under age 22 and who are enrolled in a Berks County school or GED program are eligible for services.