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Causes: Family Services for Adolescent Parents
Mission: Heartbeat is a life-affirming organization whose mission is to be the best source of information and support to women facing pregnancies and to help moms, dads and babies in need.
Programs: Current programs and services at heartbeat of toledo, inc. All services free and confidential. -your first look women's center offers free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds to confirm viability of pregnancy and gestational age. Performed 1,120 ultrasounds in current year. -provides an opportunity to consult with a registered nurse on pregnancy/health issues. -free 6-month supply of prenatal vitamins and referral to a doctor (additional 6-month supply available). -options counseling, provide information regarding all options -pregnancy information. -participation in pathways program to receive one-on-one support with securing insurance, finding a doctor, and access to community resources. -free baby layettes when baby is born. -free emergency diapers and formula. -heart to heart earn while you learn prenatal and parenting lessons with opportunity to earn much needed baby items such as strollers, high chairs, clothing, pack and plays, and more. -heart to heart life skills classes. -abstinence education. -provide information on sexually transmitted diseases and limited std testing. -assist clients in evaluating lifestyles and goals. -help clients with practical solutions for medical, legal, educational, and social matters. -school education programs about abstinence and sexually transmitted diseases. -speakers' bureau. -referrals for prenatal medical care, adoption consultation, clergy counseling of all faiths, post-abortion healing, high school completion, and other social service needs. -hope and healing post-abortion support group. -relationship smarts six-week program for adult women. -our mobile women's center travels throughout lucas county to offer free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, limited sti testing, and options for counseling.
Heartbeat of Toledo cares for those they serve in such a unique and genuine way. Providing hope and compassion, in a non-judgmental space is essential to the critical services they provide. It's awesome how they view every aspect of programs and services through the lens of the client or patient. Great place!
