The Choice Community Resource was Correct

I chose Planned Parenthood as my community resource location. The in-person interview for my resource took place on November 6, 2018, at approximately 1 pm at the Planned Parenthood in Flossmoor, IL. I conducted my interview with Jennifer Costello who happens to be the manager at Planned Parenthood. The information about my resource is provided below.

Name of resources and location: The resource I chose is a women’s health clinic named Planned Parenthood. Although it is referred to as a “women’s health clinic”, men can also attend. There are 17 Planned Parenthood locations in Illinois. The specific location I am doing is in Flossmoor, Illinois. The address is 19831 Governors Hwy, Flossmoor, IL 60422. It is located on the northeast intersection of Governors Hwy and Vollmer Road.

How a patient accesses the resources and contact person: Anyone can access Planned Parenthood resources by simply calling the number (708) 960-0907, or by visiting plannedparenthood.org to schedule an appointment or to ask any questions. The contact center is available Monday-Saturday. There is no specific contact person. It will be a receptionist that answers the phone calls, questions, and schedule appointments. Same day or next day appointments are available, and walk-ins are also welcomed. There is no appointment necessary for birth control pills, emergency contraception, and pregnancy testing.

What services are provided: Planned Parenthood provides a variety of services. These services include abortion services, annual well-person exams, birth control, emergency contraception, miscarriage management, men’s health, permanent sterilization, sexual health problems, sexually transmitted infections, transgender hormone therapy, and vaccines.

 What are the fees for this service: The services provided at this resource varies in prices. Those with insurance can pay less out of pocket. Planned Parenthood accepts all forms of insurance including Commercial insurance plans, Illinois Marketplace plans, and Illinois Medicaid plans.

Is there a limit as to how long services can be utilized: According to the manager Jennifer Costello, there is no limit as to how long services can be utilized. A patient is welcomed to use Planned Parenthood services for however long they like.

What is this service provided by: Planned Parenthood is known for providing sex education. The information they provide informs people to make the right choices. Planned Parenthood is also a nonprofit organization. The article “How Federal Funding Work at Planned Parenthood” by Miriam Berg, explains that most of the funds Planned Parenthood receive are reimbursed from the services they provide to their patients. However, in order to get reimbursed the patients must have Medicaid coverage or qualify for other publicly funded health care programs.

 How long has this resource been available in the community: The Planned Parenthood in Flossmoor, IL has been available to the community since January 2018. However, Planned Parenthood, in general, has been around since October 1916.

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