What to Expect
Dedicated to Your Journey
Parkgate is dedicated to providing you with a safe, confidential environment that respects your circumstances and empowers you on your journey. Here’s what you can expect when visiting our center or working with our team:
What to Expect at Your Appointment
We want you to feel comfortable, safe, and informed throughout your visit. Here is how our ultrasound process works:
Prerequisite Pregnancy Test
Because we do not take walk-ins for scans, your first step is to visit us for a free, lab-quality pregnancy test. If your test at our center is positive, we will schedule your ultrasound.
Professional Care
Your ultrasound scan will be performed by our dedicated, trained sonographer.
Bring a Support Person
You do not have to do this alone. You are completely welcome to bring your partner, a trusted friend, or a family member into the room with you.
Time Commitment
Your time is valuable. The entire ultrasound appointment will take less than an hour.
Privacy
When you come to Parkgate, you can rest assured that your visit and any information you share with us is completely confidential. We will not share any personal information about you or your visit with anyone outside of our organization.
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Client information is held in strict and absolute confidence.
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We offer a safe environment. Our volunteers are thoroughly screened with background checks and references.
A full copy of our privacy practices policy is available upon request.
Respect
At Parkgate, you will be met with a caring environment with a professional staff that respects you. We will not judge you, pressure you, or treat you with anything but our best – every time.
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Clients are served without regard to age, race, income, nationality, religious affiliation, disability, ID status, or other arbitrary circumstances. No ID is required to receive services.
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Clients are treated with kindness, compassion, and in a caring manner.
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All of our staff, board members, and volunteers receive appropriate training to uphold these standards.
Information & Options
At Parkgate, you will receive accurate and honest information on an array of subjects including pregnancy symptoms, abortion, adoption, parenting, STDs, and sexual health.
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Clients always receive accurate information about pregnancy, fetal development, lifestyle issues and related concerns.
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We do not offer, recommend or refer for abortions or abortifacients, but are committed to offering accurate information about abortion procedures and risks.
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All of our advertising and communication are truthful and honest and accurately describe the services we offer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. All of our services are free of charge and confidential. You can visit our center confidently knowing you will not be required to pay a penny to receive the help, resources, and hope that you need.
Appointments aren’t required, but we do encourage them to help make your visit quicker and more convenient. Walk-ins are always welcome during our regular hours; however, scheduling ahead allows us to serve you more promptly and make the best use of your time by minimizing any wait.
If you think you might be pregnant, it's important to be sure. We can help you find out by providing you with a free medical-grade pregnancy test. Contact us to learn more.
An unexpected pregnancy can be scary - we get it. If you've found yourself in this situation, we're here to help you learn about your options. Reach out and we can help you navigate the road ahead.
While it is possible to find the abortion pill online, taking it without prior medical oversight can pose serious health risks. Before ordering, it is vital to have a medical evaluation—including an ultrasound—to rule out life-threatening conditions like an ectopic pregnancy and to determine exactly how far along you are. We offer free lab-grade pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds (scheduled after the first appointment), so you can prioritize your health and safety first. Learn more about the abortion pill here.
