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Alternatives Medical Clinic and Parenting Center

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Alternatives Medical Clinic and Parenting Center

Alternatives provides free pregnancy and sexual health services to women and men in Escondido.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 🥳 We will be back in the office and ready to serve you on Friday, January 2nd!

#2026

12/31/2025

Thank you for standing with us 🤍 Give before midnight to ensure we can continue providing hope and practical help to women and men in our community. To give, visit the link in our bio or mail a check payable to “Alternatives” with “End of Year” in the memo.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! ❤️

12/17/2025

Holiday Hours: We will be closed at 12pm on December 24th until January 2nd. Need to schedule an appointment before we close for the holidays? Click the link in our bio!

12/11/2025

We are so excited to serve the community in 2026! We have a few key positions that we are looking to fill and would be so grateful if you could help us spread the word.

▪️ Parenting and Life Skills Manager: Full Time

▪️ Staff Nurse: Part Time or Full Time

▪️ Volunteer: Client Mentor

If you have any questions about these positions or would like to request an application, email kkirgiss@amc-ca.com!

12/03/2025

What can you expect at one of our free pregnancy testing appointments? You can expect a 90-minute appointment with one of our incredible nurses. We offer pregnancy testing, as well as evidence-based education on pregnancy and your pregnancy options. If you are in need of this service, request a pregnancy testing appointment by clicking the link in our bio.

12/02/2025

Help us celebrate GivingTuesday by making an end of year gift to Alternatives!

As an organization that receives no government funding, your generosity is critical to ensuring we can continue providing free services that empower women in our community. To give, visit the link in our bio or mail a check payable to “Alternatives” with “End of Year” in the memo.

Thank you for standing with us!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁

11/19/2025

We will be closed next Thursday (11/27) and Friday (11/28). We will be back in the office to serve you on Monday December 1st. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/05/2025

We will be closed this coming Tuesday November 11th in observance of Veterans Day! We are incredibly grateful for those who have bravely served our country!

10/25/2025

Big changes are coming soon! Next year, our parenting program, known as Alternatives Resource Center, will become the Alternatives Parenting and Life Skills Center, expanding our mission to empower parents and families. After we welcome our new Parenting and Life Skills Manager, we’ll begin rolling out new parenting tracks that create a clear path to success. We’ll continue offering BrightCourse lessons and the opportunity to earn boutique bucks!

10/22/2025

Alternatives is looking to hire a full – time Parenting and Life Skills Center Manager (Previously Resource Center)! Our ideal candidate should have a background in psychology, sociology, social work or similar degree. If you are interested in this role, please contact our Operations Manager Katie Kirgiss at kkirgiss@amc-ca.com.

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257 E 2nd Avenue
Escondido, CA
92025

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17607419796

Website

https://amc-ca.com/

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Why Choose Alternatives Medical Clinic?

To find answers and get help managing decisions concerning your unplanned pregnancy and/or sexual health, make an appointment at Alternatives Medical Clinic.

What We Can Provide You

Excellent healthcare from a nationally accredited clinic

We have undergone a rigorous third-party survey process to ensure you will receive top-of-the-line health care. This includes:

- Pregnancy verification at no cost

We provide complimentary urine pregnancy testing. However, a urine pregnancy test is not conclusive of a pregnancy diagnosis. Urine tests measure the hormone HCG. An average of one in five pregnancies ends naturally. HCG levels may still give a positive pregnancy test result, but you may no longer have a viable pregnancy. A limited Ultrasound will confirm a pregnancy diagnosis.

- Limited obstetrical ultrasound scans to learn how far along you are in your pregnancy are at no cost

The type and cost of the abortion you may be considering is partly determined by how far along you are in your pregnancy. A limited obstetric ultrasound provides this information (gestational age).

- Private consultation with a medical professional at no cost

Caring nurses will help you understand the medical health choices available to you and how these choices may affect your physical, emotional, and sexual health.

Save You Money and Time

Many providers charge you for each service given. Though they may have a sliding scale concerning fees, you will have to pay cash, use a credit card, get insurance, or take time out of your busy schedule to apply for Medi-Cal insurance.

Not so with Alternatives Medical Clinic. Our nonprofit, community-funded clinic provides our services free of cost.

No Pressure. Completely Confidential.

Alternatives Medical Clinic has free services and is a confidential and safe place for you to come.

We assist you with accurate medical services by licensed medical professionals and give evidence-based education, helping you to make informed decisions concerning your pregnancy and/or your sexual health.

No pressure, no judgement….you decide. We are here to help.

Make An Appointment Today!