Facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming for many reasons but your local community may have some excellent resources to help you. It may feel like you’re alone in your circumstances, but you are not. Perhaps you relate to some of the concerns expressed by many of our patients in Schuylkill County such as:
- I can’t afford a baby
- I’m in an unstable relationship
- My family is going to be upset with me
- I’m still in school
- I have no insurance
- I have no support
- I’m not ready to have a baby
Resources in Schuylkill County
At Jewel Women’s Center, it’s our goal to help you get answers to important questions and address your needs. There might be more support available than you realize. These are just a few of the resources in Schuylkill County that many of our patients find helpful:
- The Schuylkill Hope Center – Offers free services to victims of domestic abuse:
- emergency shelter
- legal and financial assistance
- counseling, housing services
- job skills training/placement
- Schuylkill Community Action – Offers a variety of support such as:
- Rent/housing
- Food
- Clothing
- Nurse-Family Partnership – Qualified individuals are matched with a personal nurse to give support, advice, and information during pregnancy and after the baby arrives
- Compass – Get connected with Pennsylvania’s health and human services such as:
- health care coverage
- food assistance
- cash assistance
- help with paying for childcare
Resources and Support at Jewel
When you come for an options consultation at Jewel, our staff will create a personalized solutions plan that lists local resources you can access for additional support. During this free appointment, you’ll also receive:
- a medical-grade pregnancy test
- limited ultrasound
- meeting with our registered nurse
- information on abortion procedures, risks, and side effects
Contact Jewel today to schedule an options consultation and learn more about local resources in Schuylkill County for unplanned pregnancy.