Community Health Centers

A network of community health centers across the country provides preventive and primary care to millions of Americans. They provide care for free or on a sliding scale based on your income.

How can I get affordable care in my community?

Community Health Centers are hospitals, health centers, or clinics that provide free or low-cost health care. These places provide prenatal care, baby shots, prescription drugs, general primary care, and specialized care for more serious conditions including mental health, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS.

Anyone may use a community health care center, whether you have health insurance or not. How much you pay will depend on your income.

Find out how to locate a community health center in your area.

American Indians and Alaska Natives: If you’re a member or descendent of a federally-recognized American Indian or Alaska Native Tribe, you may be eligible for health care services through the Indian Health Service (IHS), a federal health care program.  For more information, go to www.ihs.gov.