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Commitment of Care & Competence<\/h1>\n

The standards detailed below were developed through the collaborative efforts of Care Net, Heartbeat International and the National Institute for Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA). These national organizations each provide valuable leadership for places like Hope Pregnancy Center. As a pregnancy help medical center affiliated with all three organizations, and as representatives of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care in serving those to whom we are called to minister.<\/p>\n

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  1. Clients are served without regard to age, race, income, nationality, religious\u00a0 affiliation, disability or other arbitrary circumstances.<\/li>\n
  2. Clients are treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring manner.<\/li>\n
  3. Clients always receive honest and open answers.<\/li>\n
  4. Client pregnancy tests are distributed and administered in accordance with all applicable laws.<\/li>\n
  5. Client information is held in strict and absolute confidence. Releases and permissions are obtained appropriately. Client information is only disclosed as required by law and when necessary to protect the client or others against imminent harm.<\/li>\n
  6. Clients receive accurate information about pregnancy, fetal development, lifestyle issues and related concerns.<\/li>\n
  7. We do not offer, recommend or refer for abortions or abortifacients, but are committed to offering accurate information about abortion procedures and risks.<\/li>\n
  8. All of our advertising and communication are truthful and honest and accurately describe the services we offer.<\/li>\n
  9. We provide a safe environment by screening all volunteers and staff members interacting with clients.<\/li>\n
  10. We are governed by a board of directors and operate in accordance with our articles of incorporation, by-laws, and stated purpose and mission.<\/li>\n
  11. We comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements regarding employment, fundraising, financial management, taxation, and public disclosure, including the filing of all applicable government reports in a timely manner.<\/li>\n
  12. Medical services are provided in accordance with all applicable laws, and in accordance with pertinent medical standards, under the supervision and direction of a licensed physician.<\/li>\n
  13. All of our staff and volunteers receive appropriate training to uphold these standards.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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    Commitment of Care & Competence The standards detailed below were developed through the collaborative efforts of Care Net, Heartbeat International and the National Institute for Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA). These national organizations each provide valuable leadership for places like Hope Pregnancy Center. As a pregnancy help medical center affiliated with all three organizations, and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":1367,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

    The standards detailed below were developed through the collaborative efforts of Care Net, Heartbeat International and the National Institute for Family and Life Advocates (NIFLA). These national affiliate organizations each provide valuable leadership for places like Hope Pregnancy Center.<\/p>

    As a pregnancy help center affiliated with Care Net, and as representatives of our Lord Jesus Christ, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care in serving those to whom we are called to minister.<\/p>

    Our Commitment of Care & Competence<\/h3>
    1. Clients are served without regard to age, race, income, nationality, religious\u00a0 affiliation, disability or other arbitrary circumstances.<\/li>
    2. Clients are treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring manner.<\/li>
    3. Clients always receive honest and open answers.<\/li>
    4. Client pregnancy tests are distributed and administered in accordance with all applicable laws.<\/li>
    5. Client information is held in strict and absolute confidence. Releases and permissions are obtained
      appropriately. Client information is only disclosed as required by law and when necessary to protect the client or others against imminent harm.<\/li>
    6. Clients receive accurate information about pregnancy, fetal development, lifestyle issues and related concerns.<\/li>
    7. We do not offer, recommend or refer for abortions or abortifacients, but are committed to offering accurate information about abortion procedures and risks.<\/li>
    8. All of our advertising and communication are truthful and honest and accurately describe the services we offer.<\/li>
    9. We provide a safe environment by screening all volunteers staff interacting with clients.<\/li>
    10. We are governed by a board of directors and operate in accordance with our articles of incorporation, by-laws, and stated purpose and mission.<\/li>
    11. We comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements regarding employment, fundraising, financial management, taxation, and public disclosure, including the filing of all applicable government reports in a timely manner.<\/li>
    12. Medical services are provided in accordance with all applicable laws, and in accordance with pertinent medical standards, under the supervision and direction of a licensed physician.<\/li>
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