The wheels keep turning for a mobile medical program meant to help the uninsured, despite the COVID-19 outbreak. Crossroads Medical Mission’s Cindy Rockett says they are taking every precaution to keep their healthcare providers safe, while treating patients from their RV. “It is our goal to continue providing care for as long as we possibly […]
Those who utilize the Chippewa Valley Free Clinic will notice they’re making some changes to their services to best follow the governor’s Safer-at-Home order. The clinic is taking steps to keep as many patients, staff and volunteers at home as possible which means asking many volunteers, especially those who are high-risk or over 60, to […]
St. Vincent de Paul is the only charitable pharmacy in the state that operates on a standalone basis. The people they serve fall under the 200 percent poverty level and are uninsured. To help relieve stress and anxiety, pharmacists at St. Vincent de Paul are offering their patients 90 day supplies of their medication instead […]
In the month Tammy LaGraffe has been the director, the coronavirus pandemic has changed the way the Free Clinic has operated, but the mission is still to serve those lacking insurance and other access to health care. PHOTO BY PAT FITZGERALD It’s been an interesting first month on the job for the new director of […]
Just when more people are seeking help from Johnstown’s free medical clinic, the program is facing a staffing crisis. Both situations are the result of the global pandemic of the COVID-19 coronavirus and the state’s mandates and recommendations to curb the spread, said Rosalie Danchanko, executive director for Highlands Heath – Laurel Highlands Free and […]
The Charlottesville Free Clinic has always supported the uninsured or underinsured residents of the Charlottesville area. Now, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it hopes to keep non-emergency patients from visiting local hospitals. “We are open. Part of flattening the curve is avoiding spikes in emergency department traffic,” said Executive Director Colleen Keller. “If our patients can […]
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Many of us are making changes to our lives because of the coronavirus. From our daily routines to long term decisions. That story is no different for so many non-profits in the Tampa Bay area. We found the St. Petersburg Free Clinic is making some changes, too. Not only is the organization […]
The Fauquier County Free Clinic is still operating in the midst of the COVID-19 health crisis. “We are still open, still taking care of people,” said executive director Rob Marino. The Free Clinic, located at 35 Rock Pointe Lane in Warrenton provides comprehensive medical, dental and mental health care for residents in Fauquier and Rappahannock counties who […]
Pictures of Good News Clinics – photos by Scott Rogers Even amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Good News Clinics strives to remain steady for its patients. Liz Coates, executive director of the nonprofit, said Good News, which specifically serves those without health insurance, has been managing people’s chronic diseases for nearly 30 years. The clinics operate through donations […]
At West Virginia Health Right, new mothers with substance abuse problems have a new way to get themselves and their babies healthy. The HOPE program tries to connect mothers and babies directly with the health care and support they need in everything from dental care to addiction treatment and therapy, said Angie Settle, CEO of […]
