What they call their work
What they do
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Pregnancy Testing and Confirmation Services 5 activities
- Follow-up testing and monitoringReschedules clients for follow-up pregnancy tests two weeks after an initial negative result and conducts interim check-ins to monitor menstrual cycle changes and confirm pregnancy status.
- Free limited obstetric ultrasoundsOffers free limited obstetric ultrasound exams to confirm pregnancy viability, estimate gestational age, and support decision-making. Services are provided on-site and via a mobile medical clinic in rural areas of Northern New York, including Saranac Lake and Plattsburgh, following a positive pregnancy test.
- Free pregnancy testingProvides free, laboratory-quality urine pregnancy tests with 99% accuracy, administered by medical staff, to individuals in Northern New York, including students and clients in Saranac Lake and Plattsburgh. Services are confidential and provided without requiring insurance.
- Mobile medical services for pregnancy careOperates a mobile medical office in Plattsburgh, NY, and delivers services to multiple rural locations in Northern New York, providing same-day, no-cost pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds using innovative scan technology.
- STI testing and treatmentProvides no-cost testing and treatment for chlamydia and gonorrhea to individuals who receive a positive pregnancy test, as part of comprehensive reproductive health services.
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Pregnancy Decision Counseling and Support 3 activities
- Medical referralsProvides referrals to local obstetricians/gynecologists or family physicians for medical services outside its scope, including abortion care and ongoing prenatal care.
- Post-abortion recovery supportProvides emotional and psychological support services for individuals experiencing distress or trauma related to prior abortions, offering recovery-focused counseling in a confidential setting.
- Pregnancy options counseling and educationProvides confidential, private consultations and accurate education on pregnancy options—including parenting, adoption, and abortion—in a supportive environment to help individuals facing unplanned pregnancies make informed decisions.
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Perinatal Support Services 1 activity
- Parenting education classesOffers free parenting classes led by experts, covering prenatal care, newborn care, parenting basics, relationships, and life skills for individuals preparing for parenthood.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER HUNT | AT LARGE | 40 | $42K |
- DOUGLAS HOFFMAN — TREASURER
- GARY VANRIPER — BOARD CHAIRP
- GRACE FRIZZELL — AT LARGE
- JULIE VALENTINO — SECRETARY
- SEAN HILPL — AT LARGE
Who they work with
- ADIRONDACK PREGANACY CENTER INC Network — Shares services and mission alignment with AscentCare, indicating affiliation or operational connection.
- AscentCare Partner — ADIRONDACK PREGANACY CENTER INC operates under the name AscentCare and provides services through this brand.
- AscentCare Partner — Provides medical services and pregnancy support in Saranac Lake, New York.
- AscentCare Mobile Medical Office Partner — Mobile extension providing medical services in Plattsburgh, NY.
- family physicians Partner — Refers clients to family physicians for services outside its scope of practice.
- family physicians Partner — Refers clients to family physicians for services outside its scope.
- local family physicians Partner — Refers clients to local family physicians for services outside its scope.
- local ob/gyns Partner — Refers clients to local ob/gyns for services outside its scope of practice.
- local ob/gyns Partner — Refers clients to local obstetricians and gynecologists for services outside its scope.
- local ob/gyns Partner — Refers clients to local obstetricians/gynecologists for services outside its scope.
How they approach the work
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- Client-Centered, Informed-Decision Counselingmethodology: informed-decision_supportBy providing medically accurate information and nonjudgmental counseling on all pregnancy options, the organization empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their pregnancies, because autonomy and factual clarity increase decision confidence and engagement.
- Medical-Model Care with Holistic Referralsmethodology: medical-model careBy delivering services through licensed medical professionals and offering timely referrals for unmet needs, the organization ensures clinical accuracy and continuity of care, because integrating medical legitimacy with external partnerships builds trust and supports long-term health outcomes.