Weighing Your Options? Here’s What Makes Us Different
When facing an unplanned pregnancy, you have choices about where to get information and care. Abortion clinics and pregnancy centers offer different services and different approaches. Here’s an honest comparison so you can decide what’s right for you.
How Hope’s Pathway Chatham Helps: A Complete Comparison
| Hope’s Pathway Chatham | Typical Abortion Clinic | |
| Cost | 100% Free | $500-$2,000+ depending on procedure |
| Pregnancy Testing | Free, lab-quality tests | Often requires payment |
| Ultrasound | Free, no charge referral | May charge $50-200+ |
| Options Counseling | All options discussed: parenting, adoption, and abortion facts | Focused on abortion procedures |
| Bias/Goal | Help you make informed decision | Provide abortions (their business model) |
| Time With Advocate | As long as you need | Often 15-30 minutes |
| Ongoing Support | Available throughout pregnancy and after | Typically only pre-abortion |
| Material Assistance | Available on a limited basis to meet specific needs | Not typically provided |
| Adoption Information | Comprehensive adoption resources | Limited or none |
| Follow-Up Care | Long-term support available | Post-abortion check-up only |
| Pressure to Decide | No pressure, no sales tactics | May encourage quick decision |
*This comparison reflects our services and typical abortion clinic services. Individual providers may vary. We encourage you to ask questions at any facility you’re considering.
What We Offer
At Hope’s Pathway Chatham, we provide:
Comprehensive Information: We discuss all three options – parenting, adoption, and abortion – providing factual information about each. Our goal isn’t to make decisions for you; it’s to ensure you have complete information to make the best choice for your situation.
Free Services: All services are completely free – pregnancy testing, ultrasound referrals, consultations, and ongoing support. We don’t accept insurance and don’t charge any fees.
Trained Advocates: Our advocates are trained to provide accurate information about your pregnancy and all your options, with compassionate support.
No Time Pressure: We never pressure you to make a quick decision. You can take as much time as you need. We’ll support you whether you decide today or need weeks to think things through.
Ongoing Support: If you choose parenting, we provide material assistance, parenting classes, community resources, and long-term support. If you choose adoption, we connect you with agencies and walk with you through the process. If you choose abortion, we’ll provide factual information and answer your questions.
Common Questions About Pregnancy Centers
Many women visit pregnancy centers first because:
• All services are free (abortion clinics charge for services)
• You’ll get comprehensive information about all options, not just abortion
• There’s no pressure to make a quick decision
• You can be referred for a free ultrasound to confirm pregnancy details
• You can access ongoing support regardless of your choice
No. Our role is to provide accurate information, not to make decisions for you. We’ll share facts about all pregnancy options – including abortion procedures, risks, and alternatives – so you can make an informed choice. Some women leave our center and still choose abortion. We respect that.
Many offer limited medical services performed by licensed professionals (pregnancy testing and ultrasound). We’re not a full medical clinic – we don’t perform ultrasounds, abortions, provide birth control, or offer comprehensive gynecological care. We’re specifically focused on pregnancy support and options education.
No. We serve women of all faiths and backgrounds. While our organization may be faith-based, we provide services to everyone regardless of religion, and we don’t require participation in any religious activities.
Start With a Free Options Consultation & Ultrasound Referral
Before making an appointment at an abortion clinic, visit Hope’s Pathway Chatham to understand all your options and for a free referral for ultrasound to confirm your pregnancy location and how far along you are. This protects your health and helps you make an informed decision.
Still have questions about what makes us different? Text or call us – we’re happy to explain more about how we can help.