Who We Are

Alternatives is a registered 501(c)(3), privately funded nonprofit serving Escondido and the surrounding communities. We provide compassionate, life-affirming support to individuals and families facing unplanned pregnancies through our licensed and accredited Medical Clinic and Parenting Center.

All of our services are free and confidential, ensuring every patient receives the care, education, and practical support they need to make informed decisions.

Our vision is to see a transformed community where abortion is unwanted. We’re accomplishing this vision by ensuring every woman, man, and family has access to compassionate care and the resources they need to choose life and thrive

Medical Clinic Services

  • Pregnancy testing
  • Limited OB ultrasounds
  • Limited STD testing/treatment
  • Nurse education on pregnancy options and sexual health
  • Prenatal vitamins
  • Referrals for adoption, medi-cal, prenatal care, and other critical services women need for their pregnancy

Parenting Center Services

  • An Earn While You Learn program with parenting and life skills courses
  • Boutique with maternity clothing, baby clothing, diapers, wipes, and other essential children’s resources
  • Parent mentorship
  • College scholarship opportunities
  • Career support
  • Referrals for housing, food assistance, counseling, and other critical resource parents need as they are building healthy families

Endorsements

“As a pastor I’ve been called upon many occasions to be right in the middle of people’s crisis and pain. That’s exactly where Alternatives lives daily. Their team of caring and compassionate servants are uniquely gifted to minister grace in practical and tangible ways, to those who otherwise would have to hide in the shadows of shame. Which is why I’ve counted it a privilege to lead our church in championing their work.”

-Miles DeBenedictis, Senior Pastor Cross Connection Church