Sanctuaries for Life
Sanctuaries for Life is a pregnancy support program that works to build a network of medical, tangible, emotional and spiritual assistance to women who make a life-affirming decision after facing an unintended pregnancy.
About the Program
The program provides affordable prenatal and labor delivery care, and links clients to other support services such as food, rental and utility assistance, housing, and mentoring. During call-in hours, assessments will be made to determine who qualifies for program services.
Services
For women who are pregnant: We offer qualifying pregnant women affordable prenatal care as well as labor and delivery services with three area Catholic hospitals: Providence, Holy Cross and Georgetown. Referrals are made to other prenatal programs for those who do not qualify. We also connect pregnant women and birth parents to additional resources in the community, including housing, food, maternity and infant clothing, spiritual support and guidance, and educational programs.
For life-affirming agencies: We offer life-affirming agencies in the D.C. and Maryland area a network of additional resources that support a pregnant woman’s decision to carry to term, including emergency food, rental assistance, housing programs and immigration legal assistance.
Additional resources are available from The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington.
Contact Information
- 12247 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20902
- san4life@cc-dc.org
Additional Information
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Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Need Help? We Are Here For You
Our services are available to anyone regardless of race, religion, orientation or status. We offer access to food, a warm place to rest and attention to physical and mental needs through eight areas of care:
Care for Families & Children
Every child deserves the opportunity to grow and learn.
Developmental Disabilities Services
Each person has the potential to participate in their community.
Empowerment for Individuals
Access to professional services and mentors allows individuals to thrive.
Food Services
We believe no one should go hungry.
Health Care Mental Health Services
We offer treatment and a path to a healthy lifestyle.
Housing & Shelter
Having secure housing options is crucial to one’s success.
Immigrant & Refugee Services
Starting a new life begins with connecting to the community.
Job Training & Employment Services
Education is central to securing better employment.
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