RESOURCES

These resources are provided for informational purposes only. They do not constitute an endorsement by The REACH Fund of Connecticut and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Connecticut Abortion Providers

  • There are 14 Planned Parenthood clinics in Connecticut.

    All provide medication abortions through 11 weeks, 6 days.

    Four locations (New Haven, Norwich, Stamford, and West Hartford) also provide procedural abortions through 19 weeks 6 days.

    If you are further along than 19 weeks 6 days, please contact your nearest Planned Parenthood clinic for your options.

  • Hartford GYN Center is the only independent abortion provider in Connecticut. They offer free, unbiased pregnancy options counseling to help you get all the information you need to make an informed decision.

    Hartford GYN provides medication abortion up to 11 weeks, 6 days and procedural abortion services through 23 weeks, 6 days in pregnancy.

    If you are further along than 23 weeks, 6 days, please contact Hartford GYN for your options.

  • Abortion on Demand is a telehealth medication abortion provider serving Connecticut via mail order. They offer medication abortion services up to 10 weeks for patients age 18+.

  • carafem is a telehealth medication abortion provider that offers abortion care via video visit and mail order pharmacy. They offer medication abortion services up to 12 weeks.

  • Juniper Midwifery provides abortion pills by mail in Connecticut via licensed nurse midwives. They offer medication abortion up to 11 weeks.

  • Hey Jane offers medication abortion for patients 18+ via telehealth up to 10 weeks.

    They accept the following insurance for CT patients - Aetna, Cigna, Sana Benefits, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield.

  • Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) are anti-abortion organizations whose primary goal is to dissuade and prevent people from having abortions. Through the use of deceitful practices such as inaccurate pregnancy dating and emotional manipulation, these centers work to remove our right to autonomy and choice when it comes to our own bodies.

    CPCs are not medical facilities and do not provide actual medical care.

    There are a number of CPCs in Connecticut, and it can be difficult to determine whether a facility is an actual abortion provider. To look up if a facility is a CPC, please visit Crisis Pregnancy Center Map and search for Connecticut.

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Abortion in Connecticut

  • No. Connecticut does NOT require pregnant people to undergo mandatory waiting periods before receiving abortion care.

  • No. There are no parental notification laws for patients under age 18. Patients may receive abortion care without permission from or notification of their parents or guardians.

  • Connecticut does not require patients age 17 or older to receive mandatory biased counseling.

    Patients age 16 and under are required to receive unbiased counseling from a licensed professional. This is to make sure the patient fully understands their options and consents to the procedure, to provide information about contraception, and to answer any questions the patient might have.

Abortion 101

  • Medication abortion, or "the abortion pill", is a safe and effective way to terminate an early pregnancy. Patients take two sets of pills - mifepristone, which stops the pregnancy from progressing, and misoprostol, which empties the uterus of the pregnancy tissue. A misoprostol-only abortion protocol is also a safe and effective option.

    Click HERE for more information on medication abortion.

  • A procedural abortion, sometimes referred to as a surgical abortion, is a medical procedure which removes the pregnancy from the uterus. Many providers are leaning away from the term "surgical abortion" because they’re not actually surgeries.

    There are different kinds of procedural abortions, and the date of the pregnancy determines which one is performed.

    Click HERE for more information on procedural abortion procedures.

  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecoiogists (ACOG) has created a guide to language and abortion that is helpful when working to de-stigmatize and normalize abortions.

    Pro-Choice Washington has a thorough guide on how to dispel myths and educate folks on abortion.

Insurance

  • Yes. HUSKY, which is Connecticut's Medicaid program, covers abortion at Connecticut-located clinics.

    Most telehealth providers do NOT accept insurance or Medicaid. Please contact your provider directly to confirm their insurance policies.

    For eligibility requirements and signup information, please visit access health CT.

  • The short answer is: maybe. If you have private health insurance, please reach out to your insurance company to have them review your benefits and see what is covered.

    Your healthcare provider can also provide assistance in determining insurance coverage for your abortion.

Digital Security & Abortion

  • Digital Defense Fund has created privacy recommendations for those who are concerned about digital security and abortion.

FAQ

  • An abortion fund is an organization that will help patients pay for their abortion if they cannot afford one. Some funds also help with travel, lodging, childcare, and other logistical services as well.

  • There are many reasons why a person would need assistance paying for an abortion, even in a state like Connecticut where Medicaid covers abortion:

    • Patients with insurance coverage may have a high deductible

    • Patients in domestic violence situations may need to pay cash for their safety

    • Minors or college students may not want to use their parents’ insurance

    • Federal employees’ (including military) insurance does not cover abortion

    Additionally, the attacks on abortion rights in the US means that Connecticut is seeing an increase in out-of-state patients coming here for care. REACH will help out-of-state patients in need with their abortion costs if they receive care at a Connecticut clinic.

  • The REACH Fund works directly with clinics in Connecticut and provides a funding source for clinics to draw from when patients need assistance. Patients make appointments directly with the clinics and if financial assistance is needed, the clinic may utilize our contributions to lower the out-of-pocket cost for the patient.

  • No. Out-of-state patients requiring financial help will be eligible for REACH contributions as long as they receive care at a Connecticut-located clinic with which we have a funding agreement.

  • Unfortunately, due to limited funds and resources, we will be unable to cover the entire cost of an abortion.

    Additional funding sources can be found at the National Network of Abortion Funds.

  • To start, REACH is only providing financial help for the cost of the abortion itself.

    If you are in need of practical support, please contact the National Abortion Federation Hotline or ask your clinic if they are able to help with practical support.

  • We’ve received many emails from folks wanting to host patients from out of state (often called “camping”). While the intentions are appreciated, REACH, and many other abortion funds, discourages people from opening their homes to strangers.

    The safety and well-being of both abortion patients and abortion supporters is paramount. This level of support would require intense and thorough vetting and training, which is outside the capacity of most organizations (including REACH).

    Abortion patients who must travel for care are most comfortable staying with trusted family, friends, or in a hotel. The best way to support folks from out of state is to donate to and spread the word about organizations like The Brigid Alliance which coordinate and pay for travel arrangements, hotel stays, and safe transportation to a clinic.

  • Yes! The REACH Fund of Connecticut is a 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

  • Yes, The REACH Fund is a member of the National Network of Abortion Funds.

SUPPORT SERVICES

  • REACH is excited to partner with PeerPride and their Trans Haven program - a CT resource run 100% by and for trans people. PeerPride offers free, confidential community reproductive healthcare navigation for men, non-binary people, and intersex people. Contact them HERE to be connected with peer support.

  • Exhale Pro-Voice offers free, non-judgemental, and confidential emotional support for folks looking to talk to someone about their abortion experience.

  • Ending a Wanted Pregnancy offers support for those who have terminated a wanted pregnancy following a poor prenatal diagnosis or other reasons. Their private support group offers a safe, non-judgemental environment.

  • The All-Options Talkline is for pregnant people who are unsure of how to feel or what to do next with their pregnancy. Volunteer peer counselors provide a safe, confidential, and respectful place for folks to think out loud about their options and decisions.

  • CCADV offers free, confidential, anonymous, and voluntary support through CTSafeConnect. They can be reached 24/7/365 via voice call, email, or web chat.

  • Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence (The Alliance) is a statewide coalition of individual sexual assault crisis programs. The Alliance works to end sexual violence through victim assistance, community education, and public policy advocacy.

Other Resources

  • ineedana.com is a website with information and resources on how to access abortion in your community.

  • abortionfinder.org is a website full of resources for abortion care in every state.

    Find a provider, check local laws and regulations, read about the different types of abortion, and more.

  • The State of Connecticut has created an informational hotline and a resource website for folks seeking abortion information in CT.

    The hotline - 1-866-CTCHOICE (1-866-282-4642) - is answered Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

  • The Brigid Alliance arranges and funds confidential, personalized travel support to those seeking abortion care in increasingly hostile environments. Speak with your provider about funding from Brigid as they do not do direct patient intake.

  • The National Network of Abortion Funds builds power with members to remove financial and logistical barriers to abortion access by centering people who have abortions and organizing at the intersections of racial, economic, and reproductive justice.

    Their website has information on obtaining financial assistance for abortion care, as well as information about using Medicare and private insurance.

  • The National Abortion Federation operates a national, toll-free, multi-lingual hotline which offers facts and information about abortion, unbiased options counseling, financial assistance, and provider referrals. The hotline is free and available to all.

  • The Reproductive Equity Now Foundation is committed to creating a world without barriers to accessing the full spectrum of reproductive health care, including abortion care. Use their Guide to Abortion Care in New England as an information portal to quickly and easily connect you to compassionate abortion care and the resources needed to access that care.

The REACH Fund of Connecticut works directly with abortion providers to provide funding for patients’ abortion care. REACH works only with providers that operate in states where abortion is legal, and will only provide financial or practical support for abortions that, to the best of its knowledge, are lawful.