Services
We're more than a pregnancy center.
What We Offer
Unexpected pregnancy comes with a rush of thoughts and feelings.
We offer a safe and caring environment to help you navigate your choices.
We care about you.
Before you consider ending your pregnancy by abortion we encourage you to seek out as much information as possible.
- Learn about fetal development to know what kind of procedure would be done at your stage of pregnancy, including medical and surgical abortions.
- Learn about medical risks associated with abortion.
- Compare abortion risks with pregnancy risks.
- Learn about your rights if someone is trying to pressure you or coerce you to make a decision that you don’t want to make.
Do abortion pill reversals work?
Sometimes, if a woman has only taken the first abortion pill, but has not taken the second pill, she can reverse her abortion.
Abortion pill rescue works best within 24 hours of taking the first pill. Call 877.558.0333 or go to AbortionPillReversal.com to find doctors who perform abortion pill reversals.
We can explain the medical basis of how abortion pill reversals work.
We do not perform abortion pill reversals at Options for 8, Inc. Pregnancy Resource Center.
Do you think you might be pregnant?
Find out for sure. Take a free pregnancy test at Options for 8 Pregnancy Resource Center and get results in under three minutes.
We use accurate urine pregnancy tests. In order to best serve you, we include a pregnancy test as part of an intake appointment. No insurance is needed. We’ll ask you some questions to learn about your unique situation and tailor our services to your needs. We’ll also have you fill out some paperwork.
Intake appointments typically take about an hour so that we can provide you with comprehensive care.
Limited OB Ultrasounds:
After receiving a positive pregnancy test, you will be scheduled for a limited obstetrical ultrasound. During this appointment our ultrasound tech will confirm and date your pregnancy and rule out an ectopic pregnancy. You will also get to see your baby, which many mothers have found helpful in making their decision. Receiving an ultrasound is important for the health of the mother and baby and gives you necessary information in deciding what next steps to take.
We offer free and confidential STD/STI testing for all.
We test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and HIV.
STDs can:
- show no signs or symptoms
- transmit to your partner(s)
- cause damage that can be permanent
- be transmitted from mother to child
- cause serious health problems for the baby
You just found out you’re pregnant. Now what?
Do you want to keep the baby, or do you feel you cannot?
Your feelings and fears are valid. Talk through your pregnancy options with an experienced client advocate who has helped many women in your exact situation.
Some of our client advocates have personally faced unplanned pregnancy. You are probably thinking about what you can afford, what season of life you are in, and what this will do to your relationships.
Many clients have asked us these questions over the years so we can help answer yours as well. Questions about abortion, parenting, and adoption are all fair game. You may feel that life as you know it is ending, but this could be a new beginning.
Are you looking for some support?
We’re always here to answer your questions, be a listening ear, and brainstorm solutions together.
Knowledge is power. We want to empower you with information for pregnancy and post-partum through our online video courses (more on that here.) You can Earn While You Learn, gaining points you can spend on items in our Resource Room. Resources include baby supplies like formula, diapers, clothing, and large baby items like cribs, car seats, and Pack ‘N Plays.
If we don’t have something, just ask and we’ll find a way to get it. For example, we source breast pumps through WIC.
Get support. Schedule a no-cost appointment
We have classes to help you level up!
We have an extensive online catalog of parenting classes that will equip you with the tools you need to be the best parent you can be!
With our earn-while-you-learn program, you can earn material assistance as you complete your parenting coursework. It's a win, win, win!
We work with the BrightCourse curriculum to bring you the highest quality lessons that will brighten your future!
Who doesn't like earning free stuff?
As you may know, if you just read about BrightCourse, you can watch videos and earn points towards our Resource Room. Gain parenting and adulting skills and earn physical resources for your specific needs.
You know the drill: get started by scheduling an appointment. That’s where the magic happens.
If you are a client of ours and you face a sudden financial emergency, contact us. If you are not able to pay rent, your car breaks down, or some unexpected expense pops up, that’s a financial emergency.
A verification process and other community resources available must be sought before qualification is considered. Not sure if your situation qualifies as a financial emergency? Contact us and we’ll figure it out together.
Looking for Encouragement and Support?
Options on 8 offers a FREE group for new moms and babies, birth to 12 months.
We meet on the first and third Mondays of each month at 10am right here at Options on 8, 2048 Highway 8, St. Croix Falls.
Meet other new moms, ask questions, share advice, laugh, cry, and talk about life with a new baby.
Do not worry about coming late, a fussy baby, or wardrobe malfunctions.
Questions? Call or text 715-755-2229.
Have you had an abortion?
Do you feel unresolved anger, pain or numbness? Are you turning to drugs and alcohol to cope?
There is hope and healing from abortion. We have a trained post-abortive advocate who loves guiding others toward the same healing she has experienced. You can share your story in a safe, confidential setting.
We combine empathetic listening with BrightCourse videos to help you process your abortion. The video course typically takes 6-8 weeks. Your healing course can be tailored to your preferences for a group or individual experience.
Your emotional healing can be faith-based or free from religion. If you’d like to talk to someone about your abortion, call or text us today.
Reach your full potential with our on-site tutoring services!
Our on-site tutor is here to help parents finish their GED or fill out college applications. Special education tutoring is also available.
Need someone to talk to?
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Got Questions?
Medical Support
Medical Care Beyond Pregnancy Needs
If you are dealing with health issues and need help finding a doctor, we can refer you to a primary care doctor. The cost will vary depending on your insurance (or lack of insurance.) You may be eligible for state healthcare. Contact us for the most up-to-date information.
Natural Family Planning
Are you frustrated by the side effects of hormonal birth control? Would you like to prevent pregnancy without The Pill? Learn how to manage your fertility with Natural Family Planning (NFP.) NFP is sometimes known as Fertility Awareness Method (FAM.) Read more, and connect with a certified instructor in person or online HERE.
Social Support
Professional Counseling
Mental health counseling can cover everything from ADHD, to getting enough ZZZs. If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, therapy can help. Most therapists offer a pay scale based on your income. Therapy through the health department may be free
Social Services
Social Services include many free services like
- TANF - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (welfare)
- SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
- Head Start (promoting school readiness for kids under 5)
- Paying for Child Care
- Child Support Enforcement
- Foster Care and Adoption
- Home Energy Assistance (paying for heating and cooling)
- Homelessness
- And more
Learn more about Polk County Social Services here
Burnett County WIC (links Wisconsin WIC app)
Attorneys
Are you facing legal challenges like child support or parental rights? Do you need an attorney for abuse, bankruptcy, or divorce? Find a local attorney who serves Burnett, Polk, or northern St. Croix county. Attorney’s fees vary by an attorney. Some may offer a pay scale based on your income.
Housing
Are you struggling to make rent, find affordable housing, or are homeless? Take advantage of these resources to secure a roof over your head.
Adoption Agencies
Choose a compassionate couple to care for your child. Explore your options for open or closed adoption. Typically, birth and adoption costs are covered by the adoptive family.
All services provided by our center are free and available regardless of age, race, religion, marital status, or income level. All information that you share with us will be kept strictly confidential (except in cases where disclosure is required by law). This Center does not perform abortions or refer for abortions.
