After Abortion Care
Our goal is to listen to you and learn more about what is happening in your world so we know how best to support you.
We believe that there is no circumstance, event, or choice that disqualifies us from relation with God or His love.
Are you feeling trapped by the memory of a past abortion or abortions? You are not alone. There is hope for you at The LPC. The LPC’s After Abortion Care and Education Program (AACE) can help you process your experience.
At the LPC, we understand that unintended pregnancy can be complicated, and the reasons that draw women and men to choose abortion are just as complex. We want you to know that, at the LPC, you will not be chastised, condemned, or admonished for your choices. We are not here to pass judgment; we have been called to give to others the same love and care that we have received.
We also know that abortion is more than a simple medical procedure. Within days, months, or even years after an abortion, many women experience physical and emotional problems stemming from their abortion. Most women have no idea why this is happening to them.
Male partners are also affected, as are family and friends who may have strong feelings about the decision to terminate a pregnancy.
Our ministry “agenda” is to be present with you when you need support.
You will not be chastised, condemned, or admonished. We have no hidden agenda, we are not political, and there are no strings attached to your care.
Have you, a friend, or partner had one or more abortions? Have you or she experienced any of the following?
- Guilt and anxiety
- Feelings of helplessness and isolation
- Sadness, grief, remorse
- Frequent or uncontrollable crying
- Urgent need to “talk it out”
- Shame and fear of others finding out
- Denial
- Alcohol and/or drug abuse to help forget
- Suicidal thoughts
- Relationship problems with boyfriend/spouse or other people
Abortion support for men: Women aren’t the only people affected by abortions. Find out about how the LPC supports men.
LPC AACE Program Options
We offer three types of care to support our clients after an abortion (or abortions) to meet their needs: individual care, support group, or couples support. Individual Care is one-on-one support that is tailored to the client’s needs and focuses on working through the grieving process. Support Group Care involves our in-person support groups at the LPC. The groups usually run for 10 meetings, and we do our best to put participants into a group that fits their schedule. Couples Support is offered to a client pair, in which the couple can work on processing their feelings together in a safe setting. The focus of these sessions is the affect of abortion on your relationship. Our clients are welcome to participate in one or all of these program offerings.
Not only the woman who has the abortion is affected by abortion.
Family members, friends, and partners are affected by abortion, too. We know you may have feelings and thoughts you are struggling with, and your feelings and thoughts matter to us. Find out more about how we can support you.