‘I contacted Family Support Services after seeing an article in Woman’s Own regarding abortions and unplanned pregnancy advice. I immediately felt comfortable and was offered an appointment immediately.

I had a termination 18 months before contacting Family Support Services and I was finding it hard to come to terms with the decision I had made and did not know where to turn. I was feeling depression and despair, without FSS I would probably be still in this negative state of mind.

I wish I had known about this incredible service when I discovered I was pregnant, it’s hard to say that the outcome may have been different for me but it would have given me the support I so desperately needed at that time.

I am now able to think that I have a brighter future and with the knowledge that it is always available to fall back on is of great comfort.’

‘I found the flexibility of support helpful, being able to change the frequency of visit to suit my needs.’

‘Having the opportunity to talk through specific problems was quite daunting and stressful and took me quite a few weeks to settle into them. I thought the people and counsellor were friendly and once I had settled made me feel at ease.’

‘Lovely location! Privacy maintained, made to feel welcome, great to talk!.’

‘Thank you for all the support and encouragement you have offered during a very difficult time. I feel I have made such major progress and am feeling much like my old self again.’

‘Thank you so much for the support you have offered me. Allowing myself to open up to you has in turn allowed me to open up finally to my friends and family.’