Client Stories
“Where do I start?! From pampers to wipes, to coaching, mom’s group, and talking to other moms, AlphaCare is a sanctuary where we can all talk and have fun with our kids. It was just awesome.”
Walking with a Mom: Postpartum Depression
The New Year brought with it a new child for Vanessa – her third. While the baby was welcome, there was also an uninvited guest. Vanessa found herself facing the deep and frightening chasm of Postpartum Depression (PPD). PPD is a common occurrence for many mothers...
Heaven: I Like to Think that AlphaCare Chose Me
When Heaven was 17 years old and about to enter her senior year at a West Philadelphia high school, she discovered she was pregnant. She knew immediately that she wanted to keep her baby, even though she was not in a steady relationship with the child’s father. She...
Comprehensive Care: Safety
Imagine standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon enjoying the immense beauty and majesty of the scenery. Insert a two-year old into the story, standing beside you. Suddenly there’s no more enjoyment, only constant watchfulness and a bit of anxiety. Safety is...
Care During COVID-19
Shauna looked through the glass with tear-stained cheeks at her baby girl, struggling for her life after arriving 8 weeks early. She so desperately wanted to hold her or touch her sweet little fingers and toes, but that wasn't allowed. How did she get here? She had...
Continuing Care: Going the Extra Mile
It was late in the afternoon, already past 5. Rush hour on Lancaster Avenue was in full swing. The last time Kiara* walked through our doors, she got good news: not pregnant. This time, she was more concerned. Her family would not be happy if she told them she was...
Coming Into Focus: The Power of Ultrasound
Nadia* walked down the sidewalk on Kensington Ave with a gnawing feeling in the pit of her stomach. It just couldn't be true, not her--not now. She spotted a brightly colored vehicle parked along the street ahead of her, and started reading the words printed on the...
