Resource Center  

This is a list of organizations and websites we at Social Mommies find may be useful to our members and other users.

Child Abuse:

ChildHelp
Child Help is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect.

National Children's Alliance
An alliance of more than 500 Children's Advocacy Centers throughout the United States devoted to helping victims of child abuse.

Child Welfare Information Gateway
Child Welfare Information Gateway provides access to information and resources to help protect children and strengthen families.

ChildAbuse.com
Seeks to support, inform and encourage those dealing with any aspect of child abuse, in a positive non-threatening environment.

The Family Violence Prevention Fund
The Family Violence Prevention Fund works to prevent violence within the home, and in the community, to help those whose lives are devastated by violence because everyone has the right to live free of violence.

FamilyWatchDog
Free national US search for registered sex offenders. Map registered sex offenders to see who lives in your area.

Children's Health:

American Academy of Pediatrics
Dedicated to the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults.

KidsHealth
Includes articles, animations, games, and health resources for parents, teens, and children.

Domestic Violence:

Nation Domestic Violence Hotline Website

RAINN
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization.

The Family Violence Prevention Fund
The Family Violence Prevention Fund works to prevent violence within the home, and in the community, to help those whose lives are devastated by violence because everyone has the right to live free of violence.

FamilyWatchDog
Free national US search for registered sex offenders.

Government Assitance:

GovBenefits.gov
GovBenefits.gov is the official benefits website of the U.S. government, with information on over 1,000 benefit and assistance programs.

Mental Health:

National Institute of Mental Health
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders and the promotion of mental health.

American Psychiatric Association
Here you will find information on many common mental health concerns, including warning signs of mental disorders, treatment options and preventative measures.

Missing Children:

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Official site for current information on Missing and Exploited Children

Nutrition:

La Leche League
La Leche League has a rich history and an established philosophy of mothering through breastfeeding.

Nutrition.gov
Providing easy, online access to government information on food and human nutrition for consumers.

Poison Control:

American Association of Poison Control Centers
Organization of poison centers and interested individuals.

Substance Use and Abuse:

Mothers Against Drunk Driving
The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking.

Teens.DrugAbuse.gov
This website is to educate adolescents ages 11 through 15 (as well as their parents and teachers) on the science behind drug abuse.

TheAntidrug.com
Parenting site launched by the White House of National Drug Control Policy.

ncadi.samhsa.gov
SAMHSA's National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI). Drug and alcohol abuse, prevention, treatment.

Alcoholics-Anonymous.org

al-anon.alateen.org
For over 50 years, Al-Anon (which includes Alateen for younger members) has been offering hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics.

Suicide Prevention:

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
AFSP funds research, education and treatment programs aimed at the prevention of suicide.

Save.org
Aims to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, and features information, news, and resources.

SuicidePreventionLifeLine.org

Safety:

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

RedCross

Consumer Product Safety Commission
Consumer Product Safety Commission: official Federal Agency website, including recalls, reports, alerts.

HomeSafetyCouncil
Home Safety Council’s website contains safety information, home safety research, checklists, safety tips, safety resources, safety quizzes, etc

Fraud.org
Giving consumers the information they need to avoid becoming victims of telemarketing and Internet fraud and to help them get their complaints to law enforcement agencies quickly and easily.

2smrt4u.com
2SMRT4U.com is an online resource that provides up to date information and safety tips regarding the world of social networking.

Recalls.gov
Official US Government website, including recalls from various Federal Agencies.

Women's Health:

National Women's Health Resource Center
Information on women's health topics, including news, discussion and health services.

Resolve.org
Providing support, education, and advocacy to the 7.3 million Americans who suffer with the disease of infertility.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
ACOG is a nonprofit organization of women's health care physicians advocating highest standards of practice.

Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is the nation’s leading women’s health care provider, educator, and advocate, serving women, men, teens, and families.

Disclaimer: All links in this section are for informational and/or entertainment purposes. Social Mommies is not affilated with or endorses any of these organizations or websites. Please review our Terms of Service for any questions about Third Party links. If you have a medical emergancy or need immediate assitance, contact a health care professional or dial 911.