Referral Information
How to Get Our Services
Questions on how to sign up or how to send referral call 541-322-7475
To fill out a referral form for Babies First or CaCoon Click Here
To fill out a referral form for Family Connects Central Oregon Click Here
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For Perinatal Mental Health call 541-322-7500
To fill out a referral form for Perinatal Care Coordination Click Here
- Self-referrals welcomed
- All client referrals will be contacted within 3-10 business days.
- We attempt to reach out 3x before we close the referral
- For best referral engagement please provide the nurse as much info on referral form
- If you are a provider filling out a referral, please inform the client of the referral
- Regardless of sending the referral to PCC, NFSS, or Family Connect Central Oregon, the referrals all go to our referral coordinator and supervisor; be assured we will connect the family with the best service that meets their needs
- Any provider that would like to know more about FSS program services, status of referral, or want a presentation for your team contact FSS Supervisor Toni Whitehead, RN 541-322-7408
NFSS and PCC fax: 541-322-7463
Medical Records fax: 541-322-7567
Learn More
Babies First! is a voluntary program that provides nurse visits for pregnant women and families with babies and young children up to age 5. Babies First! helps make sure families and babies have the support and information they need to be healthy.
Having a baby is an exciting time, but it can raise a lot of questions. Knowing you have extra support will boost your confidence. Nurses visit biweekly or monthly.
Babies First! Nurses partner with families to provide:
CaCoon (CAreCOOrdinationN) is a statewide, public health nurse visiting program in partnership with OHSU. CaCoon nurses help families coordinate care for their children and youth with special health needs.
Nurses visit families as needed at home and in the community such as at doctor’s offices, at specialty appointments, IEP meetings, and etc.
CaCoon nurses partner with families to:
All babies deserve the healthiest possible start. Family Connects Oregon is a free evidence-based, nurse home visiting program for all families with newborns.
The Family Connects Oregon program supports parents by linking nurses, community resources, and families. Our mission is to connect you with resources that nurture your whole family and support your child. It’s about planting seeds for the future. Together, we’re growing healthy babies!
Family Connect Nurses partner with families to provide:
The Perinatal Care Coordination model is designed to increase access and enrollment into available perinatal resources during the prenatal and postpartum period for individuals and their families. We currently have staff embedded in local OBGYN clinics providing onsite support as well as onsite at our local public health departments.
Supporting Documents
Program Flowchart for Referrals (224 KB) 
