What we do
The CarePlace was birthed out of an expressed need by hundreds of people who used The Pantry. It was heard repeatedly, “It was a choice this week to either feed my family or go to the doctor.”
The catalyst for this free medical clinic came in the donation of a 7,500 square foot mortgage free medical building. God has blessed The CarePlace with partnerships with Wellstar Douglas and Kaiser Permanente and volunteers of licensed medical professionals and many others.
The CarePlace for Douglas County Residents exists for those patients who do not have private health insurance and cannot afford to pay for healthcare in the private sector. Endeavoring to treat the whole patient, The CarePlace provides medical care, health education, and select social services to all of its patients who meet our requirements. The CarePlace is staffed by volunteers and medical services are provided at no cost to those who qualify.
- Must show proof of being a Douglas County resident
- Must be 18 plus years of age
- Must meet current Federal Poverty Level Guidelines as established by The CarePlace
- Must be uninsured or under-insured
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18.3%
Under-Insured
18.3% of working individuals between the ages of 18-64 are uninsured or under-insured in our community. (Wellstar CHNA 2016)
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13.2%
Total Unemployment Rate
The total unemployment rate is high at 13.2%, and within subpopulations, the rate is elevated for both Black and non-Hispanic White. (Wellstar CHNA 2016)
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19%
Have Medicaid Coverage
Poverty rates exceed the regional average, and a quarter of children in the county live in poverty. (Wellstar CHNA 2016)
JoIN Us IN giVIng HOPE
The CarePlace covers 100% of its operating expenses from generous donations of individuals, businesses, churches, organizations, and civic groups.
About The CarePlace
The CarePlace
The CarePlace for Douglas County Residents exists for those patients who do not have private health insurance and cannot afford to pay for healthcare in the private sector. Endeavoring to treat the whole patient, The CarePlace provides medical care, health education, and select social services to all of its patients who meet our requirements. The CarePlace is staffed by volunteers and medical services are provided at no cost to those who qualify.
Appointment Only
Patients are seen by appointment only. Patients residing in rehabilitation centers of shelters must provide a dated letter (for the day of service) confirming their residency and employment status to recieve services.
Dates Closed - 2018
- September 29
- November 24
- December 22
- December 29
Dates Closed - 2019
- March 30
- April 20
- May 25
- June 29
- July 6
- August 31
- November 23 & 30
- December 21 & 28
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