FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Got Questions? Will you tell anyone about my visit to your center? All of the services of Helping Hand Pregnancy Center are completely confidential to the fullest extent of the law, even if you are under 18. This means we will not tell anyone (parents, friends, etc.) that you visited us and we won't call, mail, or e-mail you without your written permission. We are your first stop if you are facing a challenging pregnancy! Am I actually pregnant? The best way to know for sure if you may be pregnant is by coming into our center and requesting a pregnancy test. We can assist you with a free, self-administered, lab-quality pregnancy test and medically accurate information. Your visit here is kept strictly confidential. If your pregnancy test is positive we are here to help answer any questions you may have, and help you throughout your journey. We offer referrals for STD/STI testing at greatly reduced rates. We also offer weekly visits to the Center for emotional support and to become confident in how to care for your baby and guidance as you build a stable family. Is a baby not in your plans? Statistics show many pregnancies are unplanned, but remember - many of life’s greatest blessings are unexpected. Another good thing is that no one can force you into a decision. At Helping Hand Pregnancy Center we believe you are never handed more than you can handle and we are here to help you every step of the way. Our Client Advocates know that the important decisions regarding accepting the pregnancy are yours to make - not ours. We want you to have accurate information and the whole truth, so that you can make an informed decision with a calm, clear mind. Stop in today and talk to one of our caring Client Advocates about all of your pregnancy options. We can talk through your options including parenting or adoption plans. Are you considering abortion? Stop in today and talk to one of our compassionate Client Advocates about abortion procedures and the risks of abortion. Is someone pressuring you into an abortion? We are here to listen to your concerns and to help you work through all of your challenges and weigh the options. No one - not your parents, or the baby's father - can force you to have an abortion, this is illegal, and you have a right to refuse. We are ready and able to help you refuse to abort. We can offer a referral for legal advice, from a licensed professional. Call for an appointment today and talk to our Client Advocates about prenatal development and abortion procedures. I feel like my world is ending … Your world is not ending, it is only changing. These changes may be scary and seem unmanageable right now, but it is manageable. We can help you work out anything you are worried about with your pregnancy. We consult and refer many programs that make life much easier for you and for your baby. We can offer you life coaching to sort things out to find your strength Hooked up…. Now what? Helping Hand Pregnancy Center provides free confidential lab quality pregnancy testing and medically accurate information. Whether your pregnancy test is negative or positive - we are here to help answer any other questions you may have. We offer referrals for STD/STI testing at greatly reduced rates. Our Client Advocates are easy to talk to and will listen to your concerns and explore your options. Who can I talk to without judgment? You can talk to us! Helping Hand Pregnancy Center works on a completely confidential level - what is said here, stays here. We empathize that sometimes you need a place to process this difficult situation, to think through all your options, and to feel safe to share what's on your mind, no matter where you are in your life. We have years of experience with challenging situations. We calmly provide you with accurate information and treat you like the adult that you are. How do I tell my family? We understand that support is very important. We know that it may also be very hard or even seem impossible to tell your family about your pregnancy. Talking to one of our loving and understanding staff members can help. Helping Hand Pregnancy Center can help you decide what to say when you talk to your family. We understand and can help. How can I afford a baby? We offer programs to help you earn things your baby will need. This helps you afford to care for your baby. If desired, you can come to a lesson to hear how others have managed money when they were in your shoes. HHPC has many connections in the community with people who care. We will help you get started in the right direction financially, have some ideas for paying the bills that arise with your pregnancy and new baby. Contact us today for more information. The Client Advocates at Helping Hand Pregnancy Center understand you may have MANY more questions than just these, such as: • How will my family react? • How do I tell my partner? • Should I tell my partner? • Can I handle it? • What about school? • How do I handle the strong emotions that will come up? Our Advocates can talk to you and help you work through your concerns. We can help you decide what options work best for you.