In spite of the Medicaid expansion in North Carolina and the inclusion of more than 50 thousand Latinos, many people still cannot access health services, whether due to lack of health insurance, resources or immigration papers.
Enlace Latino NC shares a list of health clinics in Western North Carolina that serve patients regardless of their economic or immigration status.
To prepare this list, the North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics was consulted, where they reported that 26% of the total patients seen in their associated clinics in western North Carolina belong to the Latino community.
In addition, we added other clinics in the Asheville area.
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS)
Also known as Minnie Jones, the clinic is located in Asheville and offers a wide range of medical services, from mental to reproductive health.
The cost of services is based on the patient's income, a policy that seeks to ensure that no person is left without necessary care for financial reasons.
Additionally, the clinic has bilingual staff to assist the Spanish-speaking community.
Address: 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC.
Phone: 828-285-0622
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Blue Ridge Community Health Services
This clinic operates under a model similar to that of WNCCHS (Minnie Jones) and offers medical care with costs adjusted to the patient's income.
It has a bilingual team and is prepared to receive patients regardless of their immigration status or insurance coverage.
Address: They have clinics in Asheville, Hendersonville, Clyde, Cherokee, Brevard, among others. We recommend visiting their website to learn about all the options in the west of the state: www.brchs.com
Contact Us : 828-692-4289
Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC)
With several locations in western North Carolina, it is an institution that is characterized by trying to improve access to quality health care, especially for vulnerable populations.
Provides health services, including primary, dental, and mental health care, with an emphasis on caring for people without insurance or with limited resources.
Address: 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville,NC.
Phone: (828) 257-4400
Website: https://mahec.net/
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Neighbors
Vecinos is a clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive and accessible medical care to agricultural workers and their families.
It is located in western North Carolina and focuses on serving people without health insurance or with limited resources, regardless of their immigration status.
They offer everything from routine checkups to mental health and nutrition services.
Address: 3971 Little Savannah Road, Cullowhee
Phone: (828) 293-2274
Website: https://vecinos.org
ABCCM Medical Ministry
The ABCCM Medical Clinic in Asheville provides free care to uninsured residents, with a special focus on the Latino community, which represents 34% of its patients.
It offers medical, pharmaceutical and emergency dental services, supported by a team of volunteers, including retired doctors and nurses.
It does not require insurance or immigration status, serving almost 4 thousand adults annually.
Address: 20 20th St, Asheville, NC
Phone: (828) 259-5300
Website: www.abccm.org/ministry-services/medical-ministry
Community Care Clinic Boone
The Boone Community Clinic is a free clinic that provides health care to low-income and uninsured people in the community.
Provides an integrated care model that includes primary care, behavioral health, disease management, active follow-up, and continuity of care.
Their services encompass primary care, diabetes education, gynecology, on-site laboratory, physical therapy, orthopedics, dermatology, among others.
Address: 141 Health Center Drive, Suite B, Boone
Phone: (828) 265-8591
Website: https://ccclinic.org/
Community Care Clinic Franklin
Franklin Community Clinic provides health services to the uninsured and low-income population in and around Macon County.
Provides preventive care, diagnoses and treatments for various diseases. It focuses on health, prevention and patient education, guaranteeing access to complete medical care.
Admits new patients, offers telemedicine appointments and accepts walk-ins, subject to availability.
Address: 1830 Lakeside Drive, Franklin
Phone: (828) 349-2085
Website: www.communitycareclinicfranklinnc.org
Hunger & Health Coalition
The Hunger and Health Coalition offers a pharmacy service for residents of Watauga, Avery or Ashe who are at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, without health insurance.
They dispense medications, including inhalers, insulin and Hepatitis C treatments, Monday through Friday.
Additionally, they have a Medication Assistance Program to provide access to brand name medications through direct orders from manufacturers, ensuring continuity of treatment for chronic conditions.
Address: 141 Health Center Drive, Suite C, Boone
Phone: (828) 262-1628
Website: www.hungerhealthcoalition.com
Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian Ministry
The GHCCM Medical Clinic provides health care to uninsured patients in Catawba and Alexander.
It offers telemedicine and in-person services, specializing in internal medicine, gastroenterology, dermatology, ophthalmology, dental and endocrinology.
In addition, it has a treatment program for Hepatitis C, dental services and access to mental health resources.
The clinic, supported by local volunteers and sponsors, asks for a $5 donation per visit, but does not turn anyone away for inability to pay.
Address: 31 1st Ave SE, Hickory
Phone: (828) 327-0979
Website: https://ccmhickory.org/
Helping Hands Clinic
Helping Hands Clinic offers medical care and access to medications to uninsured adults in Caldwell County.
It provides holistic care and health education, as well as supporting patients in the effective management of their illnesses and the promotion of well-being, focusing on the needs of the uninsured.
Address: 810 Harper Ave NW, Lenoir, NC
Phone: (828) 754-8565
Website: www.helpinghandsclinic.org
Good Samaritan Clinic in Morganton
The Good Samaritan Clinic in Burke County provides a broad spectrum of health services at no cost to those without private insurance or government assistance.
They include general medical care by nurses and physician assistants, dental care in collaboration with High Country Community Health, and mental health counseling by professional volunteers.
Additionally, it offers farmworker outreach, confidential HIV testing and counseling, ancillary services, and prescription medications, ensuring access to essential care for the entire community without discrimination.
Address: 500 East Parker Road, Morganton
Phone: (828) 212-4185
Website: www.gscburke.org
Dental care
Blue Ridge Free Dental Clinic provides high-quality emergency, restorative and preventive dental care to low-income people in Jackson, Macon, Swain and Transylvania counties who cannot afford these essential services.
Additionally, the clinic addresses barriers such as poverty, geographic isolation and lack of dental insurance, offering a comprehensive care model otherwise inaccessible in the region.
Address: 110 US-64, Cashiers
Phone: (828) 743-3393
Website: www.brfdc.org
The Free Clinics
The Free Clinics provides free, comprehensive health care to uninsured residents of Henderson and Polk counties, supported by a team of more than 280 volunteers and the collaboration of more than 170 health care and community partners.
They offer everything from acute clinical care, chronic disease management and specialties, to mental health programs and pharmaceutical support.
To access its services, patients must live in the listed counties, not have any type of health insurance, and their monthly income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty line.
Address: 841 Case St, Hendersonville,NC
Phone: (828) 697-8422
Website: www.thefreeclinics.org
Community Care Clinic of Highlands-Cashiers
The Community Care Clinic offers free care for people without health insurance and families with incomes below 150% of the poverty line, including disease management, flu and COVID vaccines, and chronic medical assistance.
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 9 pm, it provides support in English and Spanish with interpreters available.
Address: 52 Aunt Dora Dr, Highlands
Phone: (828) 526-1991
Website: www.highlandscashiersclinic.org
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