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Empowering women to choose life.

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Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

Aid for Women was founded in 1978 to offer practical, emotional, and spiritual support to women facing an unexpected pregnancy.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

We operate eight pregnancy care centers and two maternity homes across Illinois.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

Our life-affirming services include a 24-Hour Helpline, pregnancy tests, ultrasound exams, personalized consultations, abortion pill reversal, pregnancy and parenting courses, community referrals, support groups, adoption information, and more.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

Women can also text (312) 621-1100, 24 hours a day, to speak to a registered nurse.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

We offer live-in maternity homes where expectant and new mothers can be part of a safe, nurturing community before and after they deliver their babies.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

We serve thousands of women and children every year; the number of clients we served increased by 24% in 2024.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

Aid for Women was founded on the faith and teachings of the Catholic Church; however, we serve women of all religions, wherever they are in their faith journey.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

We pray for all those affected by the tragedy of abortion.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

Aid for Women is blessed to have a generous network of benefactors, volunteers, and friends who contribute to our mission.

Ten Things to Know About Aid For Women

There are many ways to get involved in our rewarding, life-affirming work! Visit our Support page to learn more.

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    Meriane's Story

    "When I arrived to Mexico, I had my first ultrasound. It would be common to think about abortion. But, for me, it was very comforting to think it was a new life, it is God's blessing, and I'm going to welcome this blessing with all of my love." - Meriane

    Watch our new video to learn about Meriane's amazing story and how she turned to Aid for Women for the care and support she needed.

    All human life, from the moment of conception and through all subsequent stages, is sacred because human life is created in the image of God. Nothing surpasses the greatness or dignity of a human person.

    Saint John Paul II

    Our Mission

    est. 1978

    Founded on the faith and teachings of the Catholic Church, Aid for Women helps thousands of women each year in the Chicago metropolitan area who find themselves facing unexpected pregnancies. Each woman is provided with the emotional, practical and spiritual support that she needs to choose life for her unborn baby and to provide a better future for herself and her child.
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    We would not impact the lives of so many at our centers and homes without the generous support of our volunteers. No matter what your time or talent, we have a volunteer position to fit.
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