Your unplanned pregnancy may have caught you by surprise, but you have options. Adoption Advocates supports your right to parent your child, and does not believe you should have to choose adoption because of a temporary situation. If you need help getting on your feet or with your parenting journey, the following organizations may be able to provide financial and material assistance, or offer support services at no or low cost.
For additional organizations in North Texas that may be able to provide assistance to pregnant women and new families, visit FindHelp.org.
Pregnancy, Labor & Postpartum Support
Project HAPPY
Project HAPPY Maternity Care Services provides compassionate/non-judgmental support and education services to all pregnant people with no regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or age. Under special circumstances and when eligible, Project HAPPY will provide Doula care to those who may not be able to have the education and support provided by an organization like this if we did not exist.
Postpartum Support International
PSI-TX is the Texas state chapter of Postpartum Support International (PSI), the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth. Our mission is to promote awareness, education, prevention, and treatment of perinatal mental health issues affecting mothers, their families, and support systems in all areas of Texas.
Lactation Care Center of Dallas
When you have a question or concern about breastfeeding, The Lactation Care Center-Dallas is here to help and support breastfeeding mothers. Our services are provided by Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) in a calm and friendly environment. At the Lactation Center we are able to assist families who are enrolled in the WIC program and also anyone who does not qualify for WIC, free of charge.
Food Resources
North Texas Food Bank
Founded in 1982, the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a nonprofit hunger relief organization that distributes donated and purchased foods through a network of more than 200 Partner Agencies in 13 counties.
Crossroads Community Services
Customers can visit the Crossroads pantry once a month, and choose the food they would like to receive. Our clients receive a large amount of food, because here at Crossroads, we believe in giving more food (per person) so that each member of the household has more nutritious choices available to them.
Salvation Army Food Pantries
The Salvation Army believes that no one should have to go without basic supplies. We are committed to helping our neighbors in North Texas. If you find yourself in need of food assistance, please call your local Salvation Army to ask about hours of operation for drive-through and curbside food pantries.
Parenting Classes & Baby Supplies
ilooklikeLOVE
ilooklikeLOVE is a mobile diaper pantry that provides diapers, wipes and other baby care essentials to families who need them.
Prestonwood Pregnancy Center
Prestonwood Pregnancy Center has a wide range of classes offered online, on-site, for men as well as classes in Español!
Emergency Shelter & Housing
Austin Street Center
Austin Street Center provides safe shelter and meets the basic needs of the most vulnerable homeless. Beyond meeting basic needs, Austin Street is committed to helping our clients regain their independence and find a permanent place to call home.
Dallas LIFE
Shelter is a primary need for human life that many individuals in Dallas live without. Our 100,000 square foot facility is capable of housing up to 700 men, women and children per day. Dallas LIFE offers additional services including meals, clothing, counseling, and a medical and dental clinic.
In My Shoes
In My Shoes is the only faith-based nonprofit in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex that houses homeless pregnant and parenting women from before the birth of their children to nine months after delivery.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Nexus Recovery
Since 1971, Nexus has empowered women, and their accompanying children, in overcoming substance use disorders by providing a wide range of specialized services, from residential and outpatient treatment to continuing care and recovery support. Adult women in all stages of pregnancy and mothers with up to three children aged 0-12 are individually assessed and receive a comprehensive treatment plan that is uniquely tailored for their families’ needs.
Hopeful Solutions
Hopeful Solutions is a nonprofit that help single mothers in Dallas by providing the holistic support needed to sustain sobriety, gain financial stability and maintain self-sufficient living with their children.
Domestic Abuse & Violence
Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support
Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support exists to help women and children live abuse-free lives. From our emergency shelter, to our counseling services available at our Outreach office, we have geared our services to provide women with the help and guidance they need most.
Hope’s Door New Beginning Center
We empower survivors of domestic abuse to heal and live in safety through our free, trauma-informed support services.
24-HOUR HOTLINE: 972-276-0057
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The Family Place
The Family Place empowers victims of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling and skills that create independence while building community engagement and advocating for social change to stop family violence.
Adoption Advocates is not affiliated with any of the listed resources. If you would like to have your organization listed as a resources, please email us.
