In 1981, a small group of dedicated people banded together to make the dream of a pregnancy center in the local area a reality. In May of 1983, Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center Crisis Pregnancy Center opened its doors and saw its first clients, providing life affirming counseling and practical assistance. Since then, thousands of women and family members have received help in one of Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center’s locations, currently serving the diverse populations of Kennett Square, and Upper Darby.
Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center began its ministry providing counseling to meet the emotional and spiritual needs of women, men, and families facing the issues of unintended pregnancy. The hallmark of Amnion counseling services is our ability to stay involved with a client long after the pregnancy test, beyond the immediate crisis of decision, and beyond the delivery. The rising tide of abortion grief led Amnion to expand our services to include post-abortion counseling. Over the years, such supportive services have enhanced the counseling program. Classes are offered in parenting, childcare, and childbirth education.
Amnion services took a giant leap forward with the addition of the RealEd Relationship Education Program. RealEd reaches area youth with a strong message of premarital sexual abstinence and purity. With several well- trained presenters, Amnion is now reaching approximately 10,000 students or more each year.
Starting with a single employee and a handful of volunteers in 1983, the staff of Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center has grown to include full and part time employees (some holding professional counseling degrees) and a wonderful group of committed volunteers from the greater Philadelphia area. The over 25 years ministry has reach to individuals, families, schools, local churches and other community organizations.
Since 1983, thousands of people have sacrificially given financially for the work of Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center. Numerous supporters who make small monthly contributions supply the majority of our operating budget. New growth is possible through the generous donations from individuals and foundations. An annual fundraising banquet and walk-a-thon bring together people representing more than thirty local churches, linking arms to support Amnion Crisis Pregnancy Center's work in the community.
