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His Hands Free Clinic offers free medical, chiropractic, physical therapy, mental health, women's health and dental care to people who are uninsured or underinsured.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. One in 5 adults in the United States has a mental health concern in a given year; over 43 million people here in our country. The scenario above represents a brief glimpse into the realities of living with depression and anxiety. Though not always, many who suffer from one will also experience symptoms of the other. While there are many more mental health issues than depression and anxiety, they certainly are at the top of the list for being most common. 

Imagine battling depression and anxiety and then add in the stress of a pandemic to your situation.  COVID-19 has been a trigger for many of the patients we see, some of whom already experience instability.

Concerns of patients I have met with include:

  • Unemployment taking a while to get started or difficulty in navigating the system
  • Fear of working in a manufacturing or retail environment because of exposure to the public
  • Lack of hours at work due to being non-essential but unable to work from home
  • Uncertainty about having enough food

For one of our patients, the day of her appointment was a really difficult day. Housing was already more than challenging, and for years, the only bed she had known was the couch of whoever would let her stay for a few days. Isolated from family, she was becoming more and more depressed. COVID-19 hit and she just felt hopeless. This patient’s candidness with medical staff and myself allowed us to provided resources for safety in times of crisis, the prescribing of medications, and the scheduling of a follow up appointment.

The impact of COVID-19 has continued for this patient, with work hours reduced to practically nothing. However, the patient says her outlook on life is brighter. The prescribing of medication and support from the His Hands team has brought encouragement and the strength to continue persevering.

Mental health continues to carry a stigma in our country and around the world.  People seen at the clinic deserve dignity, respect, and to be known as a person, not just known as the summation of their mental health diagnosis. As we strive to be relational-oriented as a clinic, our goal for patients is that they feel deeply cared for and comfortable coming forward to discuss mental health in an honest way.

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"Too good to be true! I took my Dad to see you after he lost his insurance. From reception to the doctor's visit, we were deeply touched by their care and service. I have not received this type of service in a long time! Thank you His Hands Free Clinic!"
—Cresca
"I am so grateful for the time and care you gave me. You are beautiful people doing an amazing thing for the community."
—Denise
"The services provided by your organization are valuable and necessary in our present day circumstances. Your organization has helped so many people."
—Bart
"I'm so thankful for His Hands. When I was going through my cancer battle, one of your staff asked if she could pray for me. There was never a time that she did not show concern. I am very grateful for His Hands."
—Cora
"My experience there was a welcome, wonderful surprise. I had put off making an appointment because I am not used to asking for help. You were kind and professional. I appreciate the support I was given an can't thank you enough."
—Alisa
"My mom recently started coming to your clinic. After her first time, she was in tears saying how loved and welcomed she felt by your staff and services. It has been a battle for her to feel connected. Thank you so much for loving her during her appointments."
—Tess
"What I love about His hands is they put God first in everything they do, show you love no matter who you are, treat you with respect, protect your privacy, do their best to help you medically and are so nice and friendly that you always want to go to your appointment."
—George
"A wonderful place with a very caring, knowledgeable, and friendly staff. Everyone seems to be treated equally. This is a community treasure."
—Andy
"What I love about His Hands is the caring staff and the attention I need to stay health. I would be lost and in pain without His Hands. Thank you so very much for all you do."
—Ben
"What I love about His Hands is they all have good listening skills. The doctors and personnel are very friendly and helpful and caring. Location, location, location! They are on a bus route! I also like the hours they offer and their friendly atmosphere."
—Carol
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