Atwell Blog

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As young people grow up, they’ll face many decisions regarding relationships, sexuality, sexual behaviour, and gender identity. These decisions can impact their sexual health and well-being, which is why it’s crucial to receive sexual education. Comprehensive sexual health education can provide young people with honest and appropriate information and skills needed to help them take […]

HAMILTON, Ontario:  On May 6, 2023, Atwell Centre’s educational branch, S.H.A.R.E., will host its first-ever youth conference at Compass Point Bible Church in Burlington, Ontario.  The one-day conference will feature workshops that empower youth to understand the intrinsic value of themselves and others as well as provide opportunities for parents to explore how to talk […]

With the changing landscape in health care, more and more patients are receiving improved diagnostic tests like point-of-care ultrasounds. This ultrasound can diagnose an abdominal aortic aneurysm, pneumonia,  heart failure, or assess new pregnancies. Thanks to its speed and accurate testing, point-of-care ultrasound provides women with prompt and reliable ultrasound testing.  If you’re confused and […]

Post-Adoption Support

Even after it is finalized, adoption is an evolving experience with unique challenges. You don’t have to experience your emotions and challenges alone. Whether you’re a birth parent, adoptive parent, or adopted child, there are post-adoption support systems available to you.  Below, we’ll go over potential post-adoption support services that can help on your journey: […]

We are looking for a team member! We are looking for a sincere, caring, friendly, and hardworking individual to join our amazing team. This position is ideally suited for someone with strong administrative and customer service experience. If you are self-motivated and energetic, we want to hear from you! Position Overview Reporting to the Executive […]

parents holding a newborn's feet

Finding out about an unexpected pregnancy is a challenging and life-altering experience. Whether you’re in a committed relationship or finding out about your pregnancy alone, you may have an array of questions.  One of the most challenging questions you can ask yourself is: Am I ready to be a parent? It’s certainly not an easy […]

post-abortion grief

There are many emotions that women might experience after an abortion. Some feel relief, while others may feel a mixture of negative feelings. Post-abortion grief and stress are often experienced by women. Grief, depression, or guilt develop for various reasons. For some women, the hormonal cycle within the body changes after an abortion. These hormonal […]