Abortion Care for Arkansas Residents
Navigating abortion care in Arkansas has become increasingly difficult under the state’s near-total ban.
At Boulder Valley Health Center (BVHC), we understand the logistical and emotional hurdles this creates.
We serve as a legal and medical sanctuary for the Natural State, providing a safe, private, and constitutionally protected environment for your reproductive healthcare.
As an accredited non-profit facility with over 50 years of history, our clinic in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in supporting patients traveling from Arkansas with high-quality, compassionate care.
Your Path to Compassionate Abortion Care in Boulder, CO
For Arkansas residents, a trip to Colorado offers a streamlined alternative to the backlogs and restrictions found in neighboring states.
- Rapid Appointment Access: While clinics in states bordering Arkansas often face 2–3 week wait times, we typically offer appointments within 7 days.
- Single-Visit Guarantee: We prioritize out-of-state patients to ensure that your consultation and procedure are completed in a single visit, reducing your time away from work and family.
- Legal Certainty: Colorado’s Shield Laws and constitutional protections ensure your care is safe and legal. We maintain strict confidentiality and do not share patient records with out-of-state authorities.
Navigating Arkansas Abortion Laws and Your Options
As of 2026, Arkansas prohibits abortion at all stages of pregnancy under the “Unborn Child Protection Act” and its associated trigger laws. The only narrow exception allowed within the state is:
- Medical Emergency: To save the life of the pregnant person in a life-endangering situation.
- Note on Rape and Incest: Current Arkansas law does not provide exceptions for pregnancies resulting from rape or incest.
- Note on Fetal Anomalies: There are no exceptions for lethal fetal diagnoses in Arkansas.
Travel is Your Legal Right: While abortion is restricted within Arkansas, it is completely legal for you to travel to Colorado to receive care. Federal and Colorado state laws protect your right to travel and access medical services where they are lawful.
Comprehensive Abortion Services for Arkansas Patients
At BVHC, we provide a full spectrum of care designed for those navigating long-distance travel:
- Medication Abortion (the “Abortion Pill”): This option is for early pregnancies and involves taking two different medications. We offer complete guidance and ensure you have thorough follow-up care for using the abortion pill.
- In-Clinic Abortion Procedures: Our board-certified medical team provides safe and professional in-clinic procedures. Because we are a private, accredited facility, we can often schedule these procedures with no mandatory waiting periods once you arrive in Colorado.
- Single-Visit Care: We strive to prioritize our out-of-state patients to ensure that most procedures, including initial consultations, can be completed in a single visit to our clinic.
Our highly trained medical professionals will discuss all available options with you. As a trusted abortion provider, we guarantee you receive a personalized care plan tailored to your specific needs.
Traveling from Arkansas for Abortion Care Services
Whether you are flying from Little Rock or driving from the Northwest Corner, we have developed guides to help you plan your journey.
Plan Your Specific Route
Select your region below for detailed logistics on flying into Denver (DEN) or driving the I-40/US-287 corridors:
- Little Rock (LIT): View the Little Rock Travel Guide
- Fayetteville / Bentonville (XNA): Plan your trip from Northwest Arkansas
- Fort Smith (FSM): River Valley flight and travel routes
- Jonesboro (JBR): Northeast Arkansas regional access guide
- Texarkana: Southwest Arkansas travel logistics
Our patient navigators are also available to offer additional guidance on travel options and logistics.
Financial Assistance & Support for Arkansas Patients
We believe that your financial situation should not dictate your healthcare access. BVHC works with several organizations to help make travel and medical costs manageable.
Reputable Arkansas Support Organizations:
- Arkansas Abortion Support Network (AASN): Provides direct financial assistance and practical support for Arkansans.
- National Abortion Federation (NAF): Our financial navigators can help you apply for national funding when you schedule your appointment.
At Boulder Valley Health Center, our financial navigators can assist you in exploring all your options, including applying for financial aid and understanding payment plans. Please discuss your financial concerns when you schedule your appointment.
Additional Support Resources
Emotional & Practical Support:
- Colorado Doula Project: Provides doula support, day-of companions and practical support, resource navigation, and follow-up emotional support through the whole process of abortion care.
Pregnancy Decision Support:
- All Options: National talk line for people making or having decided about their pregnancy.
- Toll Free Number 1-888-493-0092
Contact Boulder Valley Health Center
If you’re considering traveling to Boulder for abortion services, please call us to discuss and schedule an appointment. Unfortunately, we can NOT schedule abortion appointments online.
We’re here to answer your questions and provide high-quality, affordable, supportive, and respectful healthcare to all our patients.
Phone: 303-442-5160
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm | Saturdays 8:30 am – 1:00 pm MT
Location: 2855 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301
Additional Questions?
We understand that traveling for healthcare is a big decision. For detailed answers regarding medical safety, what to expect during your procedure, and aftercare, please visit our full guide for Out-of-State Patients.