EMPOWER Assistant

✅ Getting Started: You'll get the best results by asking clear questions. Try a suggested question to get started.

Available Chat Commands: !new, !about, !source

I'm 20 weeks pregnant and need information about local prenatal care options.

My family is expecting, but we're having housing issues. Is there housing assistance available?

I'm having trouble finding transportation to my appointments.

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Innovations and Resources to Transform Maternal Health in SC

The EMPOWER Assistant was designed to make it easier to find trusted health information and helpful family resources. Women and families and professionals can use the Assistant to find quick, easy-to-understand answers to common maternal health questions.

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❌ Things to Avoid

Medical Diagnosis/Treatment The Assistant IS NOT a medical provider and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or prescribe treatment. You will be encouraged to contact healthcare providers.
Non-Maternal and Child Health Topics The Assistant was designed to answer relevant Maternal and Child Health resource questions. Resources can range from diapers and formula to housing, insurance, and program eligibility.
Emergency Medical Situations Should the Assistant detect a possible emergency in the conversation, you will be encouraged to call 911 immediately or go to the nearest Emergency Room. The Assistant IS NOT an emergency medical provider and will not provide emergency medical advice, diagnosis, or prescribe treatment.
Personal Questions The Assistant was designed to maintain a professional and supportive tone; its answers are limited only to the scope of available data. It does not provide answers to personal questions.