Spokane Shades of Wellness & Joy Iniative
About the Spokane Shades of Wellness Pilot Program
The Family Wellness Support Pilot is a community-centered maternal health initiative developed by the Shades of Motherhood Network (SOMN) to support families during pregnancy and the first year after birth. The program combines financial assistance, wellness services, care coordination, and community support to help families overcome barriers that can impact maternal and family well-being.
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Eligible participants who are pregnant or up to 12 months postpartum may receive $600 per month for 12 consecutive months (up to $7,200 total) to help address family stabilization needs such as food, transportation, childcare, healthcare access, housing-related expenses, and other wellness-related costs.
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In addition to financial support, participants are connected with a collaborative care team that may include doulas, peer support leaders, counselors, wellness practitioners, and healthcare professionals. Families are encouraged to participate in wellness activities, support groups, educational workshops, leadership development opportunities, counseling services, and community gatherings designed to promote healing, resilience, and long-term wellness.
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The program serves families in Spokane County and surrounding communities who may be experiencing financial stress, limited support systems, healthcare access challenges, high-risk pregnancies, infant medical complexities, postpartum recovery needs, or other family stabilization concerns. Eligibility is based on family circumstances and wellness needs rather than strict income requirements alone.
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Through a relationship-based and culturally responsive approach, the Family Wellness Support Pilot seeks to improve maternal health outcomes, reduce family stress, strengthen community connections, and demonstrate the value of community-led support systems for families during pregnancy and early parenting.
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Program Highlights:
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Pregnant or up to 12 months postpartum
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Spokane County and surrounding service areas
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$600 monthly support for 12 months
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Up to $7,200 total participant support
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Doula support and care coordination
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Wellness planning and personalized goal setting
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Support groups, workshops, counseling, and community activities
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Flexible, family-centered eligibility process
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Focus on maternal wellness, family stability, and long-term wellbeing
How to Get started
Step 1:
Check Your Eligibility
To qualify for the program, you must:
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Be pregnant or within 12 months postpartum
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Live in Spokane County or a surrounding service area
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Have a need for additional family wellness, support services, or stabilization resources
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Be willing to participate in wellness activities and work with a support team
Special consideration may be given to families experiencing high-risk pregnancies, premature birth, pregnancy loss, infant medical needs, or other significant life challenges.
Still not sure if you would Qualify? Check if your eligible bellow
Step 2
​Complete the Application
Complete and submit the Family Wellness Support Pilot application. The application helps us learn more about you, your family, and the types of support that may be most beneficial during your pregnancy or postpartum journey.
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Once your application is submitted, our team will review your information and contact you within 5–7 business days regarding your eligibility status and next steps. If additional information is needed, a member of our team will reach out to assist you through the process.
