C.A.R.E. NETWORK
CHILDBIRTH ASSISTANCE, RESOURCES, AND EDUCATION

Who are the members of the C.A.R.E. Network?

A member of the C.A.R.E. Network is one who is either:

• actively working to serve women and families in the childbearing year in any one of a number of capacities (i.e. doula, midwife, lactation specialist, massage therapist, chiropractor, etc.)
  - or -
• someone interested in the support of women/families in the childbearing year through support of the C.A.R.E. Network membership.
  
  Rights and Privileges
  
  C.A.R.E. Network meetings are open to anyone, but membership privileges include the right to vote during annual elections and to participate where other matters are taken to consensus or vote. Members also have the right to have their biographies and contact information published on the website and public roster.
  
  Responsibilities
  
  In order to gain these rights, members must:

• pay dues in the amount of $25 per year, due no later than January 31st.
• attend a minimum of 3 meetings per year, and
• provide service to the group in some capacity as able throughout the course of the year. Service opportunities could include helping with an educational event or another committee as the needs arise.