 When Biatah D. was a first year university student she joined the Sanctuary Outreach volunteer team and, over the course of a few years, assisted with office work, social media and tabling at a community wide event. We so appreciate her and all she contributed to the program! Here's what she had to say about her time at Sanctuary Outreach:
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 One summer day in 2023, the Sanctuary Outreach 24/7 helpline rang. On the line was a young couple who had just discovered they were pregnant. They were terrified. She was working full-time to support them, while he was enrolled in a post-secondary program. Her income was their lifeline and barely enough to get by. Without it, the fragile blueprint they'd built for their future would collapse. Abortion seemed like the only option. They had no family to turn to, no close friends and no community network strong enough to offer the kind of support they'd need to raise a child while staying on track with their plans. The thought of adding a baby and losing an income made life feel utterly unmanageable. Over the following week, the couple and the team at Sanctuary Outreach chatted about how a baby would change their lives and types of support available. Then, during one pivotal moment after much discussion, the couple made their decision: their preborn baby would live.
 In Spring of 2023 we were overjoyed to share the wonderful news of the birth of a precious baby born to one of our amazing Sanctuary Outreach mommas. She expressed deep gratitude for the support she received from Sanctuary Outreach throughout her pregnancy journey:
 We are very grateful for our Sanctuary Outreach 24/7 Helpline Team, which includes staff and trained volunteers. They are often the first point of contact for women reaching out and they meet each one with compassion. No matter the situation, our Helpline Team ensures each person is enveloped in warmth, dignity and care. Here is a quick glimpse into the heart of service from one of our dedicated 24/7 helpline volunteer team members:
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About us...At Sanctuary Outreach, our heroes include women and couples who have pressed through all obstacles to keep their baby despite extreme challenges. Against odds, they have successfully carried their baby to term. This blog is dedicated to these individuals and celebrates their success with stories from along the journey. ArchivesCategories |
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