Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood

09/16/2026

Mark your calendars BANNED BOOKS WEEK IS COMING!!!

As book challenges and bans continue to rise across the country, our annual Banned Books Week Readout reminds us that access to information, diverse voices, and free expression are fundamental to a healthy democracy. Join us as local performers will read powerful passages from books that have been banned or challenged, illustrating themes of free speech, intellectual freedom, privacy, and the importance of resisting censorship. The program will also include a brief update on the current state of book challenges nationally, in New York, and in our local community. Hope you can join us!

This free community event is presented by New York Civil Liberties Union - Capital Region office and Albany NY Library, in partnership with a coalition of community organizations committed to protecting intellectual freedom, including: Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood, Albany NY Alumnae Chapter of DST, League of Women Voters of Albany County.

No registration required. Recommended for ages 16+

For more info: https://albany.librarycalendar.com/event/banned-books-readout-73029

09/02/2026

"One of the things Upper Hudson has always done is remained very hyper local, and the challenges we face in Albany are different than the challenges we face in Troy, and are different than the challenges we face in Hudson. We know that they're different than the challenges we will face in Saratoga. But we're really committed to care that is based in community, rooted in community and designed to serve communities." -UHPP CEO and President, Chelly Hegan

As the federal government continues to explore changes to access to reproductive healthcare across the country, Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood is set to begin managing s*xual and reproductive health services in Saratoga County by 2028. The consolidation will aim to bring expanded services to the re...

08/21/2026

“This transition is about strengthening access for patients in Saratoga County, now and into the future,” Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood CEO Chelly Hegan said in a statement. “UHPP already serves many Saratoga residents through our Albany and Troy health centers. By expanding our role in the county, we can build a more consistent, local and sustainable model of care that meets the needs of this community.”

The current health center will stay open while Planned Parenthood raises funds and searches for a smaller facility where it can operate four to five days a week.

07/29/2026

Due to the rain and localized flooding, the Hudson Planned Parenthood is closed today, Wednesday, July 29. Stay safe and dry.

07/17/2026

We're excited to launch Pink Drinks, a new community happy hour hosted by Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood. 💗

Whether you're looking to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, learn more about UHPP, or simply spend an evening with people who care about reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Ryan's Wake | Troy
🔗 RSVP required; link in bio.

Attendance is free! Food and drinks will be available for individual purchase. Come on your own or bring a friend—either way, there's a place for you here.

07/15/2026

Due to an issue with the air conditioning in our Albany Health Center, all Albany appointments today (July 15th) are being held at our Troy Health Center located at 120 Hoosick Street. We appreciate your patience as this issue gets fixed.

07/08/2026

Upper Hudson Planned Parenthood is hiring Youth Health Promoters!

Do you have a 14-21 in your life who values s*xual health education and access to s*xual health resources? Share our Youth Health Promoter job application with them!

This job begins with a training period, covering all areas of s*x and s*xuality including anatomy, HIV/AIDS and STDs, contraception (birth control), healthy communication skills, reproductive health, and the services offered at Planned Parenthood. Our YHPs lower teen pregnancy and STD rates in our community by distributing condoms, doing outreach in the local community and online through social media, presenting educational activities and programs, and providing resources and information to the youth of our community.

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-upper-hudson/teens/youth-health-promoters/becoming-a-yhp

06/24/2026

Four years ago today, Roe v. Wade was overturned and we lost the federal right to abortion. Planned Parenthood health centers have been here every day since – and we’re not going anywhere.

06/14/2026

Another incredible Pride in Albany! Thank you to all our volunteers and supporters who showed up to march with us!! 🌈 Pride Center of the Capital Region

06/05/2026

Last week, on May 28th, we celebrated our 2026 Spring Gala! The event was a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together to celebrate the strength of our mission, the generosity that sustains this work, and the countless lives shaped by Planned Parenthood’s care.

Thanks to you, our incredible supporters, we raised critical funds to support UHPP’s commitment to providing essential health care at nearly 16,000 visits each year in Albany, Columbia, Greene, and Rensselaer counties through UHPP's three health centers (Albany, Hudson, and Troy), education programs, and advocacy for the rights of our community. Thank you again to our Presenting Sponsor, Godfrey Financial Associates, Inc. for their generous support, as well as our board members, gala sponsors, staff, volunteers, and guests who made the gala possible.

We were thrilled to celebrate our incredible honorees, Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs, recipient of the Assemblymember George Michaels Award for Bravery, and Perfect Ten Hudson, recipient of the Coalition and Community Partner Award. Our honorees inspired us to stand for something, to be louder in our convictions, and to remember that we are stronger when we go together.

Thank you to all who supported this special event!

Venue: Albany Cap Center
Catering: Mazzone Hospitality
Flowers: The Enchanted Florist and Gifts of Albany
Photography: Best Frame Forward
Music: DJ Trumastr
Audio-Visual: American Concert and Entertainment Services Inc.
Valet: Valet Park of America
Printing: Accuprint