About The HOPE Center
The HOPE Center – Mission Statement
We exist to share the love of Jesus Christ, promote sexual purity, value human life, and provide help, hope, and healing to individuals facing pregnancy or relationship issues.
The HOPE Center – Description of Services
 Free Pregnancy Testing
A client’s first service provided by The HOPE Center is often a pregnancy test. For positive test clients, we provide Verification of Positive Pregnancy Test forms and encourage early prenatal care. For abortion-vulnerable clients, we provide information about the physical, emotional and spiritual risks associated with abortion and encourage an ultrasound scan to confirm intrauterine pregnancy.
Free Limited Obstetrical Ultrasound
The HOPE Center administers limited obstetrical ultrasounds for the following reasons: to confirm fetal heart rate and viable intrauterine pregnancy, and to help determine the gestational age of the baby. Our hope is to empower all clients to choose life for their unborn babies as we present positive pregnancy options including adoption and parenting.
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Testing
The HOPE Center offers testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea.
We provide referrals for further testing and treatment to a physician or to the local Health Department.
Mentoring
Clients are encouraged to meet with a trained volunteer mentor on a regular basis who tailors the material covered to the specific needs of the client. The mentor sessions may include prayer, Bible study, and specific topics pertinent to pregnancy, parenting, and past abortions (Post Abortion Support).
Sexual Integrity Education
Clients who are single and sexually active are presented with sexual integrity education promoting purity and abstinence until marriage as the best and healthiest choice for their future. The HOPE Center sponsors annual events such as The Silver Ring Thing www.silverringthing.com, geared toward church youth groups with the support of parents and pastors.
Post Abortion Support (PAS)
The HOPE Center has partnered with Healing Hearts, www.healinghearts.org, to provide support and promote healing for individuals who have experienced previous abortion.
The Healing Hearts study for women "Binding up the Brokenhearted" and its counterpart for men entitled "Wounded Warrior" have been taught to thousands with outstanding results. Not only do individuals receive healing through these studies, but many come to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior and are serving Him in various different areas of ministry.
BABY & MORE Thrift Store
The Baby & More Thrift Store, a ministry of The HOPE Center, provides support and resources for expectant families during pregnancy and for children until age three. The store is conveniently located next to The HOPE Center off Hwy 92, one block west of I-575, in The Shops at Fowler Crossing on the left before Lowes. Store Hours are Monday-Friday 10-5, and Saturday 10-4. Donation Days are Tuesday and Thursday 10-2, and Saturday by Appointment Only. Visit the store's website.
Educational Programs
1. Childbirth Preparation classes
2. Earn While You Learn (EWYL) - A one-on-one educational program between client and mentor that complements our Childbirth Preparation classes. Clients earn “Mommy Money and Daddy Dollars” to spend in the Baby & More Thrift Store.
3. Discipleship Mentoring – Provided to clients who want to focus on deepening their relationship with the Lord Jesus.
 4. Pre-marital and Marriage Counseling – Offered as a seven-session series that allows content to be customized to the couple seeking to build on God’s plan for marital partnership.
The HOPE Center does not accept government donations. We are a 501 (c) (3) non-profit ministry – totally supported by churches, businesses and individuals for our financial, gifts in kind and volunteer needs.
The HOPE Center –2010 Governing Board
Scott Hall, President
Sue Stone, Vice President
John Aggers, Treasurer
Cindy Dobelstein, Secretary
Michael J. Litrel, Medical Director
Cindy O’Leary, Executive Director
Jeff Hayes, Member
Mike Frost, Member
The HOPE Center – Staff
Cindy O’Leary, Executive Director
Pamela Dobson, Center Director
Roz Heaton, Program Director
Teresa Willis, Budget & Finance Director
Pam Flowe, Nurse Manager
Monti Price, Baby Store Manager
Vanessa Martin, Volunteer Coordinator, Assistant Baby Store Manager
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