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Home  Feature Articles Area Clinics Offer Health and Hope
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Friday, 30 June 2006 |
The cost of healthcare continues to rise; at the same time, more people are losing insurance benefits. This creates a challenging situation for many of us. For people in need, this is a very real crisis. Several clinics in the area are dedicated to supplying medical care to uninsured and underinsured people.
The recently opened Fayette Care Clinic provides medical and dental care for non-insured residents of Fayette County with “Compassion and Respect for Everyone.” Piedmont Fayette Hospital is an active sponsor.
In Clayton County, the Good Shepherd Clinic has been operating since September 2000. It’s a joint project of the First Baptist Church of Morrow and the First Presbyterian Church of Jonesboro.
Hands of Hope Clinic is a free Christian medical clinic committed to providing healthcare to Henry County residents who don’t qualify for Medicare or Medicaid, have no private health insurance and can’t afford to see a doctor. The clinic operates by appointment each Monday evening, 6-8:30pm, in McDonough Presbyterian Church.
Hope Health Clinic offers health services to Spalding residents in need. St. George’s Episcopal Church donates the space as well as financial help. Supporters include the Griffin-Spalding Hospital Authority, Griffin-Spalding United Way, area foundations, local churches and businesses.
These organizations are always looking for physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and other people willing to donate their time and skill. They also rely on contributions of money as well as specific items. To find out how you can help, call or visit their websites.
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