FAQs • Cascade County, MT • CivicEngage

Skip to Main Content

How can I get help if I don’t have a place to live?: Call Better Beginnings at 406-454-6950.

▼
Maternal & Child Health

Show All Answers

1. What is Better Beginning Program (BB) all about?

Better Beginnings is a healthy pregnancy program where pregnant women can access assistance for a variety of services helping them to have a healthy baby:

Baby supplies
Connect you to community resources
Employment
Food
Getting into prenatal care
Getting on Medicaid
Housing
Pregnancy education

2. How can I get help, if I’m pregnant and living in my car?: Call Better Beginnings at 406-454-6950.

3. How can I get help if I don’t have a place to live?: Call Better Beginnings at 406-454-6950.

4. How can I get help installing my child’s car seat?: Call 406-454-6953 or 406-452-0881, ext. 304 to make an appointment for a car seat fitting.

5. What can I do of I’m pregnant and I can’t get in to see a doctor?: Call Better Beginnings at 406-454-6950.

6. Can I get prenatal care at City-County Health Department?: No, the health department does not provide prenatal care. Call Better Beginnings and they will help you get connected to the health care system.

7. Can I get health insurance at City-County Health Department?: No, the health department does not provide insurance but Better Beginnings staff will assess your income to see if you qualify for Medicaid.

8. Does Better Beginnings program help me with a crib, diapers, car seat, baby staff, etc.?: Yes, Better Beginnings assists clients to get baby supplies.

9. Can I have dental care at City-County Health Department?: Yes, through the Community Health Care Center, we have a full time dentist on site. Call us at 406-791-9267.

10. What should I do if I am not sure if my child is developing as s/he should?: Call the health department at 406-454-6950 and ask for a Family Services Public Health Nurse and enroll in Parents as Teachers. The nurse can assess your child and provide information about where your child should be for their age and provide parent/child interaction activities.

11. What do I need to bring to get on Medicaid for my pregnancy?

You will need:

A birth certificate
Picture ID
Proof of pregnancy with due date
Pay stubs for the last month
Proof of checking or savings accounts
Proof of resources such as non-home property and vehicles

12. When do I need to see the OB provider?: Early prenatal care is important. It is best to see an OB within the first 3 months of pregnancy.

13. What do I do to make my pregnancy healthy?: Early prenatal care, balanced nutrition, fresh air and exercise, avoid drugs, alcohol and tobacco, lots of water, healthy relationships, and a positive mental attitude. For more information, you can talk with one of our staff if you have specific questions.

14. Is my child healthy and on track?: We have a program called Parents As Teachers that provides child development information and parenting support. Contact us to get signed up in the program.

15. How do I know if my baby is the right weight?: We have nurses that will visit and weigh your baby in the home. We also teach you about shaken baby syndrome and safe sleep with babies.