The Pollywog Family

The Pollywog Family Our referrals are always free! PollywogFamily.org | Call/Text 541-917-4884 | Hablamos español

Pollywog helps parents, grandparents, and caregivers find the support they need—from healthcare and community resources, to parenting classes and free preschool. The Pollywog Project was developed to align health care, parenting education, and early childhood services for children, prenatal to age five, and their families in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. Initially funded by the IHN-CCO throu

gh the Early Learning Hub, the project partners with local hospitals, social service organizations, public health, and education as well as leveraging our parenting education collaborative, the Parenting Success Network. The Pollywog staff assists families in signing up for prenatal and parenting classes, accessing parenting support, and referring them to appropriate primary health care, child development, and early learning opportunities.

—many can experience emotional distress, like anxiety, constant worrying & trouble sleeping, after a traumatic event. I...
06/14/2026

—many can experience emotional distress, like anxiety, constant worrying & trouble sleeping, after a traumatic event. If you or someone you know is struggling with , help is available.

Help yourself & share to help others samhsa.gov/find-help

🌞 Need a Place to Cool Off? / 🌞 ¿Necesita un Lugar para Refrescarse? 🌞When temperatures get too high, local cooling cent...
06/13/2026

🌞 Need a Place to Cool Off? / 🌞 ¿Necesita un Lugar para Refrescarse? 🌞

When temperatures get too high, local cooling centers can help you stay safe and comfortable. Hours may vary, so call ahead if possible.

Cuando las temperaturas son muy altas, los centros para refrescarse pueden ayudarle a mantenerse seguro y cómodo. Los horarios pueden variar, así que llame con anticipación si es posible.

📞 Need help finding a cooling center or other heat-related resources?
🧊 Call 211info: interpreters available by phone in 240+ languages
🧊 Visit 211info.org/summer-and-heat-related-resources for a list of cooling resources by county
🧊 Text (your zip code to 898211) and email ([email protected]) available in English and Spanish

¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar un centro para refrescarse u otros recursos durante el calor extremo?

🧊 Llame al 211: Hay intérpretes disponibles por teléfono en más de 240 idiomas.
🧊 Visite 211info.org/summer-and-heat-related-resources para consultar una lista de recursos para refrescarse por condado.
🧊 Envíe un mensaje de texto con su código postal al 898211 o envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]. Ambos servicios están disponibles en inglés y español.

📍 Linn County / Condado de Linn

Albany
• Albany Public Library – 2450 14th Ave. SE
• CHANCE Recovery – 231 Lyons St.

Lebanon
• Lebanon Public Library – 55 Academy St.
• Lebanon Senior Center – 50 Tangent St.
• First Christian Church – 170 E. Grant St.

Sweet Home
• Sweet Home City Hall – 3225 Main St.
• Sweet Home Public Library – 1101 13th Ave.
• Sweet Home Police Station – 1950 Main St.

📍 Benton County / Condado de Benton

Corvallis
• Corvallis Public Library – 645 NW Monroe Ave.
• Corvallis Community Center – 1601 NW Tyler Ave.
• Corvallis Daytime Drop-In Center – 559 SW 4th St.
• Unity Shelter – 211 SE Chapman Pl.
• CHANCE Recovery – 535 SW 4th St.

Philomath
• Philomath Community Library – 1050 Applegate St.

Alsea
• Alsea Community Library – 19192 Alsea Highway

Monroe
• Monroe Community Library – 380 N. 5th St.

🌙 Overnight Shelters (Corvallis) / Refugios Nocturnos (Corvallis)

• Unity Shelter – Room at the Inn – 1166 NW Jackson Ave.
• Unity Shelter – Men's Shelter – 211 SE Chapman Pl.

📍 Lincoln County / Condado de Lincoln

Newport
• Agape Respite Center – 357 SW 10th St.

☀️ Looking for free summer meals for kids? 🍎Free summer meals are available at locations throughout Linn, Benton, and Li...
06/12/2026

☀️ Looking for free summer meals for kids? 🍎

Free summer meals are available at locations throughout Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties for children and teens. No matter where you live, there are places where kids can enjoy healthy meals while school is out.

📍 Check out our list of local meal sites and find one near you.

🥪 Free meals for kids and teens
📅 Available throughout the summer at participating locations

Click the link below to find a free summer meal near you! https://heyzine.com/flip-book/5c2949f9b6.html

☀️ ¿Busca comidas gratuitas de verano para niños? 🍎

Hay comidas gratuitas de verano disponibles en diferentes lugares de los condados de Linn, Benton y Lincoln para niños y adolescentes. Sin importar dónde viva, hay lugares donde los menores pueden disfrutar de comidas saludables durante las vacaciones de verano.

📍 Consulte nuestra lista de lugares participantes y encuentre uno cerca de usted.

🥪 Comidas gratuitas para niños y adolescentes
📅 Disponibles durante el verano en los sitios participantes

¡Haga clic en el enlace a continuación para encontrar una comida gratuita de verano cerca de usted! https://heyzine.com/flip-book/5c2949f9b6.html

🦷 When do those little teeth arrive (and make an exit)? From that first gummy smile to the visit from the Tooth Fairy, t...
06/12/2026

🦷 When do those little teeth arrive (and make an exit)? From that first gummy smile to the visit from the Tooth Fairy, tracking your child's dental milestones can be a wild ride! Here is a handy Primary Tooth Development Chart from the American Dental Association to help you know exactly when to expect those first baby teeth and when they’ll eventually fall out.

👇 Check out the full chart below!



🦷 ¿Cuándo salen (y se caen) esos pequeños dientecitos? Desde su primera sonrisa sin dientes hasta la visita del Ratón Pérez, ¡el desarrollo dental de tus hijos puede ser toda una aventura! Aquí tienes una Tabla de Desarrollo de los Dientes de Leche muy práctica de la Asociación Dental Americana para que sepas exactamente cuándo esperar esos primeros dientes y cuándo se caerán.

👇 ¡Consulta la tabla completa aquí abajo!

📞 Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)Free, confidential, 24/7 me...
06/11/2026

📞 Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)

Free, confidential, 24/7 mental health support for moms and their families before, during, and after pregnancy. English- and Spanish-speaking counselors are available.

📞 Llama o manda un mensaje de texto a la Línea Nacional de Asistencia a la Salud Mental Materna ahora al 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262).

Para recibir ayuda confidencial, recursos y referencias gratuitos para madres que están embarazadas y en posparto que están pasando por desafíos de salud mental y sus seres queridos.

El servicio está disponible por teléfono o texto en inglés o en español.

Newborns don't come with instruction manuals. When it comes to caring for them, we could all use a little help. Family C...
06/11/2026

Newborns don't come with instruction manuals. When it comes to caring for them, we could all use a little help. Family Connects Oregon can support you in those first few weeks.

Family Connects nurses check in on the health of the baby and caregivers, provide helpful tips, and get you connected with resources in your community.

Learn more at www.familyconnectsoregon.org.

Los recién nacidos no vienen con manuales de instrucciones. Y cuando se trata de cuidarlos, a todos nos vendría bien un poco de ayuda. Family Connects Oregon puede apoyarte durante esas primeras semanas. Nuestras enfermeras checan la salud del bebé y quienes los cuidamos, ellas ofrecen consejos útiles y te conectan con recursos en tu propia comunidad.

Aprende mas en www.familyconnectsoregon.org

The Royal Court will be doing Story Time at the Scio Saturday Market on Saturday, June 13th at 10-11AM 📚🐑
06/10/2026

The Royal Court will be doing Story Time at the Scio Saturday Market on Saturday, June 13th at 10-11AM 📚🐑

Free Parenting Classes/Support Groups are available this summer!Join One2Another this summer for a free 5-week parenting...
06/10/2026

Free Parenting Classes/Support Groups are available this summer!

Join One2Another this summer for a free 5-week parenting class and support group that focuses on families and caregivers of children and teens struggling with difficult behaviors such as:
• Getting frustrated easily with life
• Hurting themselves or others
• Acting out at home and school

To register, please call their office (541)-570-0284, send a text (541)-570-7415, or visit one2another.net/register. They have an open-door policy, so you’re welcome to participate at any time!

Child activities is available with limited space.

🎒✨ Vina's Back to School Days are returning this August! ✨🎒Every August, Vina Moses Center helps nearly 900 local studen...
06/10/2026

🎒✨ Vina's Back to School Days are returning this August! ✨🎒

Every August, Vina Moses Center helps nearly 900 local students start the school year with confidence. Through special giveaway events in Corvallis, Alsea, and Monroe, kids get to choose their own backpacks, basic school supplies, clothing, shoes, and more!

📋 Eligibility & Details
Who: K-12 students living in or attending school in Benton County.

Included: Clothes, shoes, socks, underwear, backpacks, & basic school supplies.

🗓️ Save the Dates
Alsea: August 4
Monroe: August 6
Corvallis: August 10–28

📞 Enrollment Required
Please call during business hours to make an appointment:
👉 541-753-1420
📧 [email protected] | 🌐 www.vinamoses.org
📍 968 NW Garfield Ave, Corvallis



🎒✨ ¡Regresa "La Casita Regreso a la Escuela" este agosto! ✨🎒

Cada agosto, Vina Moses Center ayuda a casi 900 estudiantes locales a iniciar el año escolar con confianza. ¡En estos eventos especiales en Corvallis, Alsea y Monroe, los niños eligen sus propios útiles escolares, mochilas, ropa, zapatos y más!

📋 Elegibilidad y Detalles
Quiénes: Estudiantes de K-12 que viven o asisten a la escuela en el condado de Benton.

Incluye: Ropa, zapatos, calcetines, ropa interior, mochilas y útiles básicos.

🗓️ Fechas Importantes
Alsea: 4 de agosto
Monroe: 6 de agosto
Corvallis: 10 al 28 de agosto

📞 Se Requiere Inscripción
Por favor, llame durante el horario de atención para programar una cita:
👉 541-753-1420
📧 [email protected] | 🌐 www.vinamoses.org
📍 968 NW Garfield Ave, Corvallis

Preschool helps kids get ready for kindergarten 🌟It builds skills for learning, making friends, and trying new things.Fr...
06/09/2026

Preschool helps kids get ready for kindergarten 🌟

It builds skills for learning, making friends, and trying new things.

Free preschool may be available for your family.
👉 https://pollywogfamily.org/free-preschool/



El preescolar ayuda a los niños a prepararse para el kínder 🌟

Desarrolla habilidades para aprender, hacer amigos y probar cosas nuevas.

Puede haber preescolar gratuito disponible para su familia.
👉 https://pollywogfamily.org/es/free-preschool/

Address

6500 Pacific Boulevard SW, LM 132
Albany, OR
97321

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15419174884

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