FAQ

Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ page). Below, we have tried to answer the most common questions visitors to this our Web site may have. If you find that your question is not answered on this page, please email us coordinator@thebabybasket.org or call us at 812-926-3104

What is the Baby Basket?

A non-profit volunteer organization operating for the benefit of families with young children who are in need of additional resources. The Baby Basket “store” offers new and used supplies, equipment and clothing for infants and toddlers up to sizes 4T.

How does The Baby Basket work?

Eligible participants earn verification forms by utilizing educational, health and family support services listed as community providers. Parents can redeem verification forms by shopping at The Baby Basket “store” for children from birth to 36 months.

Who uses The Baby Basket verification forms?

Pregnant teens, other parents and parents-to-be are eligible and can earn verification forms. Call (812) 926-3104 for details.

Where can applications for verification forms be earned?

At any of our Community Service Providers listed below:

Physicians:

Family Care Association (812) 537-5542

Dr. Jack Freidel (812) 926-3133

Dr. Karen Greenwood (812) 926-3133

Kids Care Lawrenceburg (812) 537-2141 Rising Sun (812) 438-4100

Partners in Health Lawrenceburg (812) 537-9100

Reece Health Care Center (812) 537-5759

Dr. Elizabeth Campbell (812) 537-5759

Rising Sun Medical Center 438-5555

West Side Pediatrics 637-3900

Schools:

East Central High School 576-4811

Lawrenceburg High School (812) 537-7219

Rising Sun High School 438-2652

South Dearborn High School (812) 926-3772

Counseling & Family Support:

Community Mental Health (812) 537-7381

Dr. Gayla Kaibel 667-6160

Life Works Counseling 539-2870

Dearborn/Ohio Counties Child Abuse and Prevention Council 537-3131

Dearborn Co. Div. of Family and Children 537-3131

Dearborn Co. Extension 926-1189

Dearborn Co. Health Department 537-8826

Dearborn Co. Hospital (childbirth class) 537-8427

Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies 432-3318

New Horizons (First Steps) 934-4528

Ohio Co. Div. of Family and Children 438-2530

Ohio Co. Health Department 438-2551

SIEOC (Headstart) 926-2400

WIC Dearborn and Ohio Counties 537-4089

What items does The Baby Basket “store” offer?

Blankets, diapers, cloths, cribs, high chairs, strollers, swing, play yards, gates, monitors, crib mattresses (new only) and other misc. items.

How many verification forms do these items cost?

Verification values for each item are subject to change. Although some items may not always be in stock, new and used items will continue to come into the store. If we do not have what you need you may request it.

How can I help The Baby Basket?

The Baby Basket depends on Community support. You can help by:

1-Donating gently used or new baby/toddler clothing (up to size 4T), equipment, furniture, toys and books. Tax deduction receipts are available.

2-Making a financial donation to help purchase equipment (cribs, highchairs, strollers...) and supplies (diapers, wipes...). Tax deduction receipts are available.

3- Sponsoring an event (a baby shower, yard sale, raffle...) to benefit The Baby Basket.

4-Serving as a volunteer in the organization and operation of The Baby Basket.

Drop-off Locations for item donation include:

The Baby Basket-10680 Prospect Ln. Aurora

RSVP Center- 36 E. High St., Lawrenceburg

Dearborn County Extension Office- 233 Main St., Aurora

*Financial Donations can be mailed to- The Baby Basket Inc. P.O. Box 3634 LAwrenceburg, IN 47025