100 New Moms Celebrated at Community Baby Shower Hosted by Q4HE Grantee

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Quest Diagnostics grantee Bread of Life, Inc. hosted its third annual Community Baby Shower in Houston, supporting 100 expectant moms with essential baby items and health education. The event, part of the Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) initiative, provided car seats, diaper bags, and other necessities to parents who may not have access to traditional baby showers.

Bread of Life Academy, which assists Houston's vulnerable population through education and workforce development, partnered with Community Health Choice to invite parents from their monthly distributions and outreach programs. The organization's community health workers addressed social determinants of health and provided connections to services.

This event is part of the ongoing collaboration between Bread of Life and the Quest Diagnostics Foundation, which began in 2022 with the launch of the Healthy Houston Collective program. The initiative aims to improve access to affordable healthcare and reduce health disparities in marginalized communities in Houston and surrounding areas.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / August 26, 2024 / Quest Diagnostics

Bread of Life, Inc., a Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee, recently hosted its third annual Community Baby Shower in Houston, where 100 expectant moms and their guests were showered with refreshments, games, entertainment-and plenty of baby gear.

Guests received giveaway prizes of car seats, diaper bags, high chairs, playpens, and more, and had the opportunity to stock up on essentials like formula, bottles, diapers, and clothing.

"Having a baby is not an easy feat and is often very costly," said Dr. Morgan Rasmus, Vice President of Education, Bread of Life. "The Community Baby Shower provides parents items they need to support the start of their parenthood journey."

Bread of Life Academy, which assists Houston's historically vulnerable population through education and workforce development, and its baby shower program partner, Community Health Choice, a local nonprofit managed care organization committed to helping improve the health and well-being of Texas residents, invited parents who may not have access to a traditional baby shower. Many of the new moms in attendance were sourced through Bread of Life's monthly food and supply distributions and other outreach programs.

Bread of Life's network of community health workers worked to empower these first-time parents by addressing social determinant barriers and providing health education and connections to services.

Bread of Life, Inc., a nonprofit organization formed by St. John's Church in Houston that provides a full spectrum of services and addresses inequities impacting individuals and families, receives support from the Quest Diagnostics Foundation as part of the Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) initiative. The Q4HE initiative aims to address health disparities in marginalized communities across the US by providing resources, funding, donated testing services, and education.

Bread of Life and the Quest Diagnostics Foundation first teamed up in 2022, launching the Healthy Houston Collective program to improve access to affordable healthcare and reduce health disparities in marginalized communities in Houston and the surrounding area.

To learn more about Bread of Life and its programs, visit www.breadoflifeinc.org.

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FAQ

What was the purpose of the Community Baby Shower hosted by Quest Diagnostics grantee?

The Community Baby Shower, hosted by Quest Diagnostics grantee Bread of Life, Inc., aimed to support 100 expectant moms with essential baby items, health education, and resources to address social determinants of health.

What items were given away at the Quest Diagnostics-supported Community Baby Shower?

The Community Baby Shower provided giveaway prizes including car seats, diaper bags, high chairs, playpens, formula, bottles, diapers, and clothing to expectant mothers in need.

How does the Community Baby Shower relate to Quest Diagnostics' Q4HE initiative?

The Community Baby Shower is part of Quest Diagnostics' Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) initiative, which aims to address health disparities in marginalized communities by providing resources, funding, donated testing services, and education.

When did Quest Diagnostics Foundation and Bread of Life start their collaboration?

Quest Diagnostics Foundation and Bread of Life began their collaboration in 2022 with the launch of the Healthy Houston Collective program to improve access to affordable healthcare and reduce health disparities in marginalized communities in Houston.

How does Bread of Life Academy contribute to the Community Baby Shower program?

Bread of Life Academy, which assists Houston's vulnerable population through education and workforce development, invited parents from their monthly food and supply distributions and other outreach programs to participate in the Community Baby Shower.