Nonprofit providing affordable and accessible maternal & infant care
Established in October 2024, Sanctuary CARES is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable and accessible maternal and infant care to families, regardless of their income, during the critical stages before and after the arrival of a new baby.
Because when a family feels calm, confident, and capable in the early stages of life, they can provide the love and care their baby needs, forming deep connections that last a lifetime.
We offer both fully and partially subsidized care, made possible through the generosity of private and public funders.
Your donation will be essential to the early success of Sanctuary CARES, directly impacting the health outcomes of vulnerable families in the Boulder-Denver metro area.
BECOME A FOUNDING SUPPORTER
If you donate $250 or more by December 31, 2024, you’ll be recognized on our website as a Founding Supporter of Sanctuary CARES and receive a special gift in the new year. You’ll also receive updates on the organization's plans and meaningful opportunities to connect with other Sanctuary CARES supporters.
The Need
Sanctuary CARES champions systemic changes that are backed by research. Implementing evidence-based interventions and policies can significantly improve maternal and family health outcomes, enhance access to care, and reduce health disparities. This ultimately promotes safer and healthier childbearing experiences for all families.
In the U.S., support for women after childbirth is almost nonexistent.
As a result, postpartum women often struggle mentally, physically, and emotionally, which can jeopardize their well-being, their partnerships, and the crucial time needed to bond with their babies. Marginalized populations are disproportionately affected, with BIPOC mothers experiencing challenges at 2-3 times the national average.
The current medical system fails to support mothers and babies immediately after birth, leaving them vulnerable and without resources during a critical period for recovery and early baby development.
of maternal deaths are PREVENTABLE
67%
of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum period
25%
of mothers will experience postpartum depression and/or anxiety
40%
80%
of American mothers miss their six-week post-delivery checkup
That’s where Sanctuary CARES comes in.
EQUITABLE
We offer fully and partially subsidized care plans tailored to meet the needs of every family, with a focus on care for the most marginalized communities.
COMPREHENSIVE
From overnight visits to infant feeding support, cooking nutritious meals, and providing connections to local resources, our postpartum doulas wrap every family in support and offer referrals that can evolve alongside their changing needs.
Apply for Subsidized Care
General applications are now open, with the hope that funding will enable care to begin in January 2025.
We continue recruitment for our National Institute of Health grant prize-funded research project:
Interested in joining our growing team?
We’re hiring for the following position(s) - click the button to learn more: