Abortion Education & Support
Education for today & support for as long as you need it
If you’re pregnant and considering your abortion options, having unbiased, medically accurate information can help you make an informed decision. Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre offers free, confidential abortion education, and we’ll be by your side regardless of your choice.
We also offer post-abortion support for women who want to talk about a past experience and process the emotions surrounding it.
Know More Before You Decide
Get clear, factual abortion information
It is your pregnancy, your right to know, and your decision. But taking the time to educate yourself will help you determine what’s best for you now and in the future.
You can speak confidentially with one of our trained Client Advocates in a safe, non-judgemental space. They’ll talk with you about your situation and concerns, offer general abortion education, and help you identify questions you may want to ask a healthcare provider.
If you’re uncertain, you can also learn about your other pregnancy options, including parenting and adoption, so you have the full picture. Ultimately, no matter what you choose, we’ll continue to provide you with care and emotional support.
Consider What Matters to You
Separate what you want from what others expect
There are many reasons a person might consider abortion. Some women believe it’s their best option, others want to explore all possible choices, and others still feel pressured by a partner, family, or friends.
There is no expectation that you arrive at the Centre knowing what you want to do. Our Client Advocates are there to listen, answer questions, provide you with abortion facts, and help you consider the information in front of you.
As you think about your decision, it can be helpful to ask yourself:
What are my biggest concerns about this pregnancy?
What factors are influencing my decision the most?
Am I feeling pressure from anyone to pick a particular option?
How will my choice affect my future and my physical, emotional, and mental health?
What would each pregnancy option mean for my life and circumstances?
How will I feel about my decision in a month, a year, or five years from now?
What additional information would help me make an informed choice?
Post-Abortion Support
There’s room for whatever you’re feeling
Although some women feel relief after an abortion experience, others experience sadness, grief, regret, or anger. These reactions can be immediate or even occur years later.
If you’re struggling, you don’t have to keep it to yourself. Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre offers compassionate, confidential post-abortion support where you can openly share your experience and feelings.
It doesn’t matter whether your abortion was recent or decades ago; you can reach out whenever you feel ready.
Post-Abortion Recovery & Education
Choose the setting that’s most comfortable for you
Our Post-Abortion Recovery and Education (PARE) program is designed for women who would like a dedicated time to talk about an abortion experience, process their emotions, and work towards healing.
PARE is highly confidential and available in different formats. If you’ve been looking for a support group after abortion, our group option gives you an opportunity to participate alongside other women who have also had an abortion experience. If you would rather meet privately, we also offer one-on-one sessions.
what to expect when you visit
Getting started is simple & confidential
Reaching out can feel like a big step. We take your privacy seriously and do everything we can to help you feel comfortable and cared for.
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Contact Us to Schedule a Visit
Call, text, or email us, or complete our secure online contact form. Walk-ins and referrals are also welcome. Whatever brings you to the Centre, your confidentiality will be protected from the first point of contact. We store appointments in a secure calendar accessible only to authorized staff.
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Meet Privately With a Client Advocate
When you arrive, you’ll be shown to a private, soundproofed client room where you can settle in with a cup of coffee or tea. A trained Client Advocate will join you to listen, answer your questions, and provide clear, factual information and compassionate support.
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Get the Help and Guidance You Need
Based on your individual needs, your Client Advocate can connect you with relevant education, programs, resources, or referrals. They’ll also schedule any necessary follow-up appointments. Before you leave, we’ll ensure the entry area is clear so your visit remains private from start to finish.
Abortion Education & Support FAQs
More information about our services
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Absolutely. You can meet with a trained Client Advocate to discuss your circumstances and feelings, receive unbiased, evidence-based abortion information, and learn about all of your pregnancy options. Our abortion education and support are free and confidential.
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We can provide you with general, medically accurate information about abortion options, including the different types, the risks, and what to expect. You can also learn about parenting and adoption if you would like to consider all possible paths.
Because Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre is not a medical facility, we encourage you to discuss specific questions about your health, pregnancy, or an abortion procedure with a qualified healthcare provider.
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The alternatives to abortion are parenting and adoption. A Client Advocate can provide information about all three pregnancy options and give you space to think about how each relates to your current circumstances and your future.
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No. We never push towards you a certain outcome because pregnancy decisions are personal. Our purpose is to listen, provide education, and offer compassionate support regardless of what you choose.
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Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre is not a medical facility and does not perform or refer for abortions. Instead, we provide free pregnancy tests, pregnancy options education, and other programs and resources.
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Women can have a wide range of feelings after an abortion experience, from relief to guilt to grief. The Centre is a confidential, judgement-free place where you can talk about your experience and your emotions and get the support you need. You are not alone.
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Yes. Our Post-Abortion Recovery and Education (PARE) program is available in both a group and one-on-one format, so you can choose the setting you feel most comfortable with. If you want to work towards deep healing alongside other women, consider the group program.
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Yes, there is no time limit on reaching out for post-abortion support. Whether your abortion experience was last year or three decades ago, you’re welcome to contact us.
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Yes. Abortion education and post-abortion support are confidential and available at no cost to you, just like all of the programs and services offered by Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre.
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You Can Turn to Us
If you need accurate, unbiased abortion information, are looking for someone to listen while you make a decision, or you want to work through a past abortion experience, you can turn to Cochrane Pregnancy Care Centre for free, confidential support.