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The U.S. Census Bureau reported that an estimated 1,061,000 Virginians were uninsured for all of 2004. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, Virginia ranks 49th among all states and the District of Columbia in Medicaid coverage of low-income adults (19-64). Therein lies the most important reason why there is such a great need for Free Clinics in Virginia. |
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What is a Free Clinic? Why Does VAFC Exist? Free Clinics Impact the Community in Many Ways Medical Care Prescription Medications Dental Care Hospital/Lab Support Mental Health Counseling Our 48 clinics and over 9,200 volunteers made a big difference in the lives of their patients for medical, dental and mental health care. And we do it efficiently. For every one dollar spent, Free Clinics provided access to $5.40 in heatlhcare services for our patients. This strong ratio is due to Free Clinics’ extraordinary ability to leverage the volunteer and charitable capacity of the health system. Learn more about volunteer opportunties > Free Clinics funding comes mostly from the private sector. More than 75% of the funding comes from private sources like The United Way, local businesses, foundations, religious organizations, civic organizations and individuals. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has contributed more than $8.7 million to Free Clinics since 1992. The Commonwealth of Virginia appropriated $1,488,900 to Free Clinics in fiscal year 2007. |
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