South Valley Pregnancy Care Center (SVPCC) will sponsor a
benefit concert and dance April 18 from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
South Valley Pregnancy Care Center (SVPCC) will sponsor a benefit concert and dance April 18 from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. It will be held at Oakwood Country School, 105 John Wilson Way in Morgan Hill. Admission is $35 per ticket, or $30 per ticket when four or more are purchased at the same time (pre-sale), or $50 at the door.
“Tropical Paradise” will feature entertainment by the Joe Sharino Band. This group is well-known locally for playing at company parties, weddings, fundraisers and outdoor festivals. Its corporate client list includes nearly every large company in the Bay Area.
The Joe Sharino Band has won 15 Best Band awards in Northern California and currently they play about 80 to 90 shows per year.
Proceeds from this exciting evening of entertainment will go to a special cause: The Center, which has served South County women and children for more than 20 years, is taking a major step to increase its services. Through the Life Choice project, it is beginning the complex process of becoming a “medically certified pregnancy care center.” This will allow the organization to offer onsite ultrasound services. Focus on the Family, a Christian ministry based in Colorado, offers grants for such purposes.
Meanwhile, SVPCC is seeking a Christian physician who is willing to serve as its Medical director, since a licensed physician must oversee such a clinic. The doctor need not practice at the clinic, just be available for consultations. Also, a larger facility will be needed to offer additional services to clients. Anyone who knows of a doctor who might be interested in assisting, or knows of a suitable building which might be available, should contact Executive Director Nancy Corbridge at (408) 847-8880.
The Pregnancy Care Center currently provides a variety of services:
n It operates a Baby Boutique, 7891-C Westood Ave., Gilroy. Gently used children’s clothing for sizes newborn to age five is available for purchase through the use of currency – “Baby Bucks” – which are earned by participation in different activities like Bible studies, ESL classes or parenting courses.
n A New Moms’ Support Group meets weekly at the center, providing opportunities for sharing the joys and challenges of parenting.
n Once a month, special workshops are offered which are open to the community. In February, two nurses discussed infant care, safety issues and immunization schedules. In March, they returned to discuss developmental timelines of children. Individual questions are welcomed during these presentations.
n Women are given pregnancy testing kits and are assisted with interpreting the results. Referrals are made in cases of positive tests.
n Accurate information about the physical process of pregnancy and childbirth is made available.
n Counseling is provided for the client, her parents, boyfriend or husband.
SVPCC runs on a tight budget and most funding comes from local churches and individuals. Volunteers are always needed to help with its work:
n Peer counselors who receive training to guide clients to appropriate sources of additional help.
n Spiritual mentors who accompany clients on their “faith journeys.”
n Thrift store workers who sort, size, wash, mend and sell baby clothes.
n Office support workers who answer phones, schedule appointments and help with other clerical tasks.
n Bilingual volunteers are especially welcome.
Corbridge offers these words of encouragement: “It is humbling to know we’re serving God through this ministry.”
For ticket reservations or more information call (408) 847-8880.
