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Unexpected Pregnancy

AVAIL NYC

 
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115 W. 45th Street, 4th Floor New York, NY 10036 (Midtown Manhattan)
(212) 689-1705
Text 234-201-0532
support@availnyc.org
 
AVAIL exists to be a safe haven for women and men facing an unexpected pregnancy. Client advocates will provide you with the information and support you need to make a decision about how to move forward. Avail is not a medical provider.
 
Ongoing social, emotional, and spiritual support; Resources, including information on insurance, nursery-care subsidy programs, housing, and work programs are offered. Expectant parents are encouraged to continue to meet one-on-one with a client advocate for individualized support through their pregnancy and decision making.
 
Services
Unexpected pregnancy, after abortion, parenting support, healthy relationships, partners & men.
 
Contact
— Call during business hours to schedule an appointment or ask a question
— Text 234-201-0532 to have a short consultation or ask a question
— Email if you prefer email, reach AVAIL at support@availnyc.org
 
Updated on February 16, 2023
 

Medicaid for Pregnancy

 

People who are pregnant can get free Medicaid care through the New York State Department of Health.

 

  • If you’re pregnant and uninsured, you may qualify. How much you earn will determine if you qualify. Call the Growing Up Healthy Hotline at 800-522-5006 for information to see if you qualify.
  • Coverage is available regardless of immigration status.
  • To sign up, go to the NY State of Health Marketplace at nystateofhealth.ny.gov even if the enrollment period has closed.
  • Call 311 for assistance with your application.
  • Your baby will receive health care for at least one year after its birth.

 
To learn more about Medicaid for Pregnant Women go to access.nyc.gov/programs/medicaid-for-pregnant-women.
 
Updated on February 26, 2024
 

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