Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic

AKA:

VBA Free Clinic & Pharmacy

Description:

****During COVID 19 - Clinic open 9a-5p M- F, Pharmacy hours M,Tu,W,F 9a-1p, Tues Eve 6p-8p, Fri 4p-7p. Please call first, instead of going directly to clinic*** The Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic provides no-cost volunteer medical, pharmacy and wellness services to the under-served in Charlotte County, FL. As a free medical clinic and pharmacy, the VBA Clinic provides qualified Charlotte County residents with primary and semi-urgent medical services, wellness services, prescription medication and patient assistance programs at no cost. We seek to heal not only physical illness, but also the injury caused by bias, prejudice, and indifference. Services are provided by compassionate volunteer medical professionals and institutions, as well as support volunteers committed to helping you gain and live a healthy life. Some of our care programs; Hepatitis C, Breast Health, Smoking Cessation, Wellness, Respiratory, Patient Assistance, Pharmacy and treatment sourcing.

Intake Process:

Call for an appointment; walk-ins seen based on availability.

Program Fees:

No fees

Languages:

English, Spanish

Eligibility:

Adults (minimum 18 years old), Charlotte County resident, no health insurance, income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

May 15, 2019

Wishlist:

See our website: www.volunteercare.org

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers are the heartbeat of the clinic and pharmacy. The best way to be involved is to volunteer your time and talents. We need volunteers in every aspect of our operation and offer opportunities for medical and non-medical personnel:
!€¢ Non-Medical jobs include Eligibility Screener, Receptionist, Data Entry, Translator, Patient Advocates, Pharmacy Dispensers, Front Office Support Community Events and Special Projects
!€¢ Medical jobs (currently licensed) include Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist, Nurse (RN & LPN), Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, and Nutritionist/Dietitian.

Contact: Noreen Chervinski, Director of Operations, 941-766-9570, nchervinski@volunteercare.org

Year Incorporated:

2007

Legal Status:

Private, Non-Profit