Pregnancy Resource Center of Kankakee

08/24/2026

"Before I came to Merci's Refuge, I was alone in many aspects. I am coming out of the darkness. The feelings of hopelessness are leaving my mind, and I feel hope for my future." — Former Resident

08/19/2026

Maybe you've been carrying this by yourself for a while — long enough that being held almost feels unfamiliar.

Here, it looks like a place to rest and call home. A space, slowly becoming your own. Down the hall are friends — women who've lived their own version of this season too. And close by are staff who show up, again and again.

Whether you're working towards building life skills, needing freedom and healing, or taking your first steps toward independence — you don't have to figure it out alone.

Hope for your future starts here.

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Wondering if one of our residential programs is right for you? Learn more at lifechangeshere.org.

08/17/2026

This isn't what you planned. Or imagined for yourself.
An unexpected pregnancy or diagnosis. Loss. A broken relationship. A decision that feels impossible to make alone.
And somewhere in the middle of it, you're looking for something to hold onto.
Hope isn't wishful thinking, and it doesn't ask you to feel strong enough to believe it. It's the quiet trust that even in the darkest moments, light finds a way through.
This month, we're daring to hope with you — not because it's easy, but because it doesn't depend on us.

08/12/2026

Curbside Care is today! We will be handing out free diapers and wipes while supplies last between 10:30 and 12:30. See you soon!

08/07/2026

This week's episode of The Next Step podcast dives into postpartum depression. If you or someone you know is struggling with this, we encourage you to listen and share. ♥

"I know how isolating it feels right now, but you are not alone. I know it feels heavy and like things will never change. The days and nights feel long and exhausting, and you don't feel like yourself. You grieve what your life looked like before you had kids, and that's okay. But trust me when I say that God works all things together for your good, and it will get better. It won't always be this hard. He loves you and He cares about you and He sees every tear that you have ever cried. Remember that His power is perfected in weakness and He will never leave you. Go to the Lord in your weariness and He will give you rest for your soul."

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uDuX0wD0F6QqCR7IcsSiy?si=e646d43a00694808

08/05/2026

Sometimes the questions find you before you're ready for the answers.
And that's okay. You're allowed to sit with the questions before you take the next step.
Whenever you're ready, we're here.
We offer free pregnancy testing and a limited obstetric ultrasound — so you can get clear answers in a safe, confidential space.

08/03/2026

Your friend just told you she might be pregnant.
She trusted you with something she's still figuring out.
Swipe for a few gentle ways to walk with her.

07/29/2026

Not knowing what to expect is okay.
A free ultrasound here is quiet, confidential, and unhurried — so you can get a clear picture of how your pregnancy is progressing, and hear your baby's heartbeat.
Come with a friend, a family member, or just yourself. And whenever you're ready, we're here.

07/27/2026

When you find out that you are pregnant, it can be overwhelming to consider all of the options. Only you can decide what is best for you, but you are not alone in making that decision; we are here to help you because you matter to us. One of our staff members is available to listen to your concerns and answer all of the questions you might have. And it’s okay to take a moment to pause and breathe. We’re here to walk with you — offering a safe place, a listening ear, and steady, compassionate support. Schedule your appointment today by calling 815-933-2207.

07/23/2026

A new episode of our podcast is LIVE! Learn what to say (and not say) to a grieving parent in your life. ♥

Happy Thursday! Episode #5 is LIVE 🎙️💕🕊️

This week, I sit down with Paula Scott, a trained perinatal grief specialist, to talk about how we can better care for families facing a difficult prenatal diagnosis, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. We discuss what to say, what not to say, and how to love others well in the midst of grief.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jpjIrl8QuCjH8rWbYckWK?si=yM_ffAaqTxOgyFNcdq0wkA