Inyo County Celebrates Families with August LIFE Night & Community Baby Shower

Bishop, CA — Inyo County Health & Human Services – Public Health and Prevention (PHPV) proudly hosted a special LIFE Night on August 7th in celebration of National Breastfeeding Month. The event combined regular monthly LIFE Night activities with a Community Baby Shower, bringing together over 50 participants and distributing more than 400 gifts to new and expectant mothers and families.

The evening was a true collaboration, with participation from Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Maternal Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH), First 5 Inyo County, Oral Health, California Home Visiting Program (CHVP), and Public Health. Staff was also appreciative to have two volunteer lactation consultants, Grace Voorheis, RD from Eastern Sierra Nutrition and Lactation, and Laura Partridge, RN from L.N.C. who generously provided on-site breastfeeding education, support, and encouragement to attendees. Other support came from HHS Administration and the HHS Behavioral Health division.

“This event was a beautiful example of what can happen when programs and people come together to serve our community,” said HHS Prevention Program Manager Vanessa Bigham, who spearheaded the event. “We were able to celebrate families, provide important resources, education, and connect people with ongoing support—and I’m incredibly grateful to our team and staff, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all possible.”

From educational resources to practical gifts for babies and parents, the August LIFE Night & Community Baby Shower provided much-needed services in a welcoming and supportive environment. The response from attendees underscored the importance of offering spaces where families can find help, ask questions, and connect with others.

LIFE Nights — Linking Individuals and Families for Empowerment — are monthly community gatherings designed to connect Inyo County residents with resources, education, and one another in a safe, family-friendly environment. LIFE Nights strengthen community bonds, promote health and well-being, and ensure that everyone has access to the tools they need to thrive.

LIFE Nights are held on the first Thursday of every month, offering free resources, education, and activities for individuals and families. All community members are welcome.

For more information about LIFE Nights or upcoming events, please contact Inyo County Health & Human Services – Public Health and Prevention at [email protected] or 760-873-7868

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