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Get Connected to Care — Support for You and Your Family

The BLACK Collaborative Inc. helps families access care, find resources, and get the support they need during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Advancing Black Maternal & Family Health in Greater Cincinnati

We provide direct support, care navigation, and essential resources to help families through pregnancy, the postpartum period, and parenting.

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We’re here to help you navigate care and get the support you need.

Whether you need baby supplies, help finding a doctor, mental health support, or guidance during pregnancy and postpartum—we’re here for you.

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You don’t have to figure it out alone.

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How We Support Families

BLACKBERRY & JUICE™

Perinatal Mental Health Support

Blackberry & Juice Mental Health

Support for stress, depression, and emotional wellness during pregnancy and postpartum—for both parents and partners.

Looking for support, resources, or community? Start here.

BLACK Rhythm & Blues™

Maternal & Heart Health

We support heart health and stress management for Black families—addressing the conditions that impact pregnancy and long-term health.

Black Rythem & Blues Program

BLACK ROOTS™

A community-driven initiative addressing the root causes of health disparities through storytelling, research, and advocacy.

Advocacy & health equity research

Black ROOTs Program

BLACK CARE™

Supplies & Basic Needs Support

BLACK CARE Program

Access diapers, hygiene supplies, and essential items through our Community Care Closet—so families can focus on what matters most.

Connected to Care. Rooted in Community.

We are a community-based care navigation agency supporting families across Hamilton County through coordinated services, referrals, and direct support.

​Upcoming Events

  • Mobile Community Care Closet Pop-Up — Shelton Gardens
    Mobile Community Care Closet Pop-Up — Shelton Gardens
    3 days to the event
    Fri, May 08
    Shelton Gardens Apartments
    May 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Shelton Gardens Apartments, 2000 Westwood Northern Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45225, USA
    Mobile Community Care Closet pop-up providing essential infant, postpartum, and family support items.

COMMUNITY TRUST

Serving families across Greater Cincinnati through trusted partnerships, culturally grounded care, and community-based leadership.

UC Health Community Partner
Kroger Community Partner
AmeriHealth Caritas Community Partner
Hamilton County Public Health Community Partner
Delta Eta Eta- Chi Eta Phi Community Partner
UFCFoods Community Partner
American Heart Association Community Partner
Health Gap Community Partner
kudose Community Partner
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Caresource Community Partner
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