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===What to Get & Where to Get It===
===What to Get & Where to Get It===
 
Abortion has been declared illegal in Texas. If you want to seek out abortion services, here are some options:
* [http://houstonwomensclinic.com/houston-abortion-services/ Houston Women's Abortion Clinic]: They provide surgical abortions and MAYBE medical abortions (we'll need to confirm this). About $100 total for sonogram and pregnancy options counseling. "Since 1976, the Houston Women's Clinic has been the trusted leader in providing safe, compassionate and confidential abortion care." Address: 4820 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77004. Hours: Mon – Fri 7:30 am – 5 pm, Sat 7:30 am – until done. Phone: 713-868-4483, 1-800-646-4483 (Toll Free).
*You may be able to get the abortion pill mailed to you. Check out [https://www.womenonweb.org/en/i-need-an-abortion Women on Web] or contact a local sexual & reproductive health care organization to see what may be available to you.
* [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center/texas/houston/77023/planned-parenthood-center-for-choice-ambulatory-surgical-center-(abortion)-2292-91650/abortion Planned Parenthood Center for Choice Ambulatory Surgical Center (Abortion)- Houston , TX]: Services offered: abortion pill (medication abortion), in-clinic abortion, sedation options (medication to make the abortion more comfortable), pre- and post-abortion patient education, post-abortion follow-up exams, referrals for other abortion services, as needed. About $150 total for sonogram and pregnancy options counseling. "Please contact this health center for abortion services pricing information. They may not perform abortions on minors under 15 or on pregnant minors who are over 11 weeks pregnant. If you are uninsured, you may be eligible to receive financial assistance for your procedure. You can confidentially find out if you qualify by calling us at 713.535.2400." Address: 4600 Gulf Freeway, Ste.300, Houston, TX 77023. p: 713.535.2400 | f: 713.535.2418.
*You can get an abortion in other states, such as New Mexico or California. You can call National Abortion Federation (1-800-772-9100) for potential financial and transportation support in obtaining abortions in another state.
* [http://www.texasabortioninformation.com/ Aaron Family Planning Clinic/Women’s Pavilion]: Provides surgical abortions. May not provide medical abortions (abortion pill), so you should call to confirm. About $100 total for sonogram and pregnancy options counseling. They don't provide medical abortions (the abortion pill). Address: 2505 North Shepherd Dr., Houston, TX 77008. Phone: 713-272-6900.
*You can contact [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center/texas/houston/77081/southwest-health-center-2293-91650 Planned Parenthood Southwest Health Center] to see what options may be available for you.
* [http://www.suburbanwomensclinic.com/houstonabortionservices.shtml Suburban Women’s Medical Center of Northwest Houston]: Provides medical abortions and surgical abortions. About $200-$250 for sonogram and pregnancy options counseling. "Some insurance plans cover abortion services and we accept insurance. We must verify this information before your appointment. Please call the office so that we may verify coverage prior to your appointment." They have 2 locations. Address #1: 17070 Red Oak Dr., Ste. 505, Houston, TX 77090. Phone: 800-233-0608, 281-440-1796. Address #2: 3101 Richmond #250, Houston, TX 77098. Phone: 713-222-9832.
 
===Costs===
===Costs===


Nationwide, the abortion pill can cost $800, but often less. For an in-clinic procedure, abortions can cost $1500, but often less. You can often find cheaper options at Planned Parenthood or some clinics. In Texas, Medicaid does not cover abortion.<ref>[https://fundabortionnow.org/get-help/medicaid Can Medicaid cover my abortion?]</ref>
Nationwide, the abortion pill can cost $800, but often less. For an in-clinic procedure, abortions can cost $1500, but often less. You can often find cheaper options at Planned Parenthood or some clinics.


==Advocacy & Counseling==
==Advocacy & Counseling==

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