by Nancy Valko
There are many pro-life organizations that can help you or someone
you are trying to help find information, referrals and/or other help
with crucial decisions about vulnerable lives from conception to death.
Here are many of them.
I am personally on the board of two of these organizations: HALO (Healthcare Advocacy and Leadership Organization) and National Association of Pro-life Nurses (NAPN) and have personally worked with many of the organizations on this list.
NATIONAL PRO-LIFE ORGANIZATIONS
The National Right to Life (NRLC)
was formed in 1968 and is the largest and oldest pro-life organization
in the United States. The mission of NRLC is “to protect and defend the
most fundamental right of humankind, the right to life of every innocent
human being from the beginning of life to natural death.” They have
over 3,000 local chapters, which can be found in all 50 states.
American United for Life -“We strive for the day when all are welcomed throughout life and protected in law.”
American Life League-“Building a Culture of Life”
Charlotte Lozier Institute-“America’s #1 source for science, data, and medical research on the value of human life.”
Students for Life– “Impacting Campuses & Communities”
PRO-LIFE SITE TO HELP BOTH PATIENTS AND FAMILIES NAVIGATE THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
HALO (Healthcare Advocacy and Leadership Organization) -“Defending
the lives and safety of persons facing the grave consequences of
healthcare rationing and unethical practices, especially those at risk
of euthanasia and assisted suicide.”
Please visit the Resources section that includes crucial information
about “living wills”, ventilators, etc. and “is designed to help YOU
navigate the complicated and sometimes perilous healthcare system. “
PRENANCY RESOURCE CENTERS
Carenet-“Acknowledging
that every human life begins at conception and is worthy of protection,
Care Net offers compassion, hope, and help to anyone considering
abortion by presenting them with realistic alternatives and
Christ-centered support through our life-affirming network of pregnancy
centers, churches, organizations, and individuals. “
Birthright-“Birthright
is a non-profit charitable organization that has been providing love
and support for over 50 years to women facing unplanned pregnancies” and
offers “free non-judgmental support 24/7
Abortion Pill Reversal-“Have
you taken the first dose of the abortion pill? Do you regret your
decision and wish you could reverse the effects of the abortion pill? We’re here for you!” ” Call our 24/7 Helpline: 1-877-558-0333″
Perinatal Hospice & Palliative Care-Continuing Your Pregnancy -“When Your Baby’s Life Is Expected to Be Brief “
PRO-LIFE MEDICAL AND NURSING ORGANIZATIONS
American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists
~ Its membership is 85% OB/GYNS, about 15% Family Medicine, ER and
other physicians who deal with reproductive health. It includes
midwives, nurse practitioners, etc. who also deal with reproductive
health, including pregnancy care center organizations. Membership helps
to keep them abreast of what is happening in reproductive health.
American College of Pediatricians –
“Pediatricians and Family Medicine physicians who deal in pediatrics,
as well as other medical professionals who work in pediatrics.”
Association of American Physicians and Surgeons -“Physicians of all specialties.”
“Christian Medical and Dental Society -“Christian physicians of any denomination, and Advanced Practice Clinicians of all specialties.”
National Association of Pro-life Nurses
(NAPN)-We care for all lives from conception to the end of life. I
encourage all nurses to join and every pro-life person to also visit our
Facebook page for more news.
PRO-LIFE GROUPS FOR HELP AFTER ABORTION
Project Rachel
– “It’s normal to grieve a pregnancy loss, including the loss of a
child by abortion. It can form a hole in one’s heart, a hole so deep
that sometimes it seems nothing can fill the emptiness. You are not
alone.”
Project Joseph (St. Louis)-“Project
Joseph – “a men’s only program through our Abortion Healing
Ministry, provides healing and hope to men wounded by abortion.”
Elliott Institute was founded in 1988 by Dr. David Reardon, who conducts scientific, evidence-based research on
abortion’s effects on women, men, families, and societies. They invest
in research, education, and outreach. They are also dedicated to
advocacy for women traumatized by abortion and how to provide healing
support.
In addition, the Elliott Institute raises awareness about the
injustices of coerced and forced abortions, referring to abortion as the
“unchoice.”
HELP FOR PEOPLE CONSIDERING SUICIDE
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline-“The
988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that
provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal
crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United
States. We’re committed to improving crisis services and advancing
suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional
best practices, and building awareness.”
PRO-LIFE LEGAL GROUPS:
“Center Against Forced Abortions – The Justice Foundation
The
Justice Foundation’s “Center Against Forced Abortions” or “CAFA”- “was
created to provide educational resources to empower women who are being
forced, unduly pressured, or coerced into an unwanted abortion.”
Life Legal Defense Foundation-“Our
mission is to give innocent and helpless human beings of any age,
particularly babies in the womb, a trained and committed defense against
the threat of death, and to support their advocates in the nation’s
courtrooms.”
The Alliance Defending Freedom–
“ADF is the world’s largest legal organization committed to protecting
religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and
family, and parental rights.”
Thomas More Society –
“For decades, we’ve passionately championed the causes of everyday
individuals confronting remarkable injustices, from the sidewalks and
town squares to the Supreme Court.”
American Center for Law and Justice-“Led
by Chief Counsel Jay Sekulow, the ACLJ focuses on constitutional and
human rights law worldwide. Based in Washington, D.C., with affiliated
offices in Israel, Russia, Kenya, France, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe, the
ACLJ is pro-life and dedicated to the ideal that religious freedom and
freedom of speech are inalienable, God-given rights for all people. The
ACLJ engages legal, legislative, and cultural issues by implementing an
effective strategy of advocacy, education, and litigation that includes
representing clients before the Supreme Court of the United States and
international tribunals around the globe.”
DISABILITY GROUPS (some not formally against abortion)
The National Down Syndrome Congress on abortion-“National
Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) has long held that abortion for the sole
reason that a fetus has Down syndrome borders on eugenics...We
believe a better approach is to require healthcare providers to provide
their patients with accurate, up-to-date information about the
realities of having Down syndrome in contemporary America; and, to promote full, meaningful inclusion of all people – with and without disabilities – in every aspect of society.” (Emphasis added)
National Down Syndrome Adoption Network-“Our mission is to ensure that every child born with Down syndrome has the opportunity to grow up in a loving family.”
Trisomy 18 Foundation–
“Trisomy 18 is a life-threatening genetic disorder…We have the
resources and answers you need to understand your child’s diagnosis and
make informed decisions about their health. We can also connect you to
other families in our community who have faced these same challenges.”
Simon’s Law -“Simon’s
Law says, “NO! No child’s medical chart should have a do not
resuscitate order (DNR) and/or the withholding of life sustaining
treatments without parental knowledge or consent…No child should be
denied life sustaining treatment withheld by a medical professional or
insurance provider. Our intent is to make each state a “Simon State” by
stopping secret do not resuscitate (DNR) orders!”
Not dead Yet -“is “a national, grassroots disability rights group that opposes legalization of assisted suicide and euthanasia as deadly forms of discrimination.” (Emphasis added)
Full Article & Source:
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