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7.29.2008 Higher calling to help migrants find "the Way" First Coast News

COMMUNITY NEWS

The Board of Directors at The Way Free Medical Clinic is pleased to announce the addition of Stacey Cooper, ARNP, CNM to thestaff. Ms. Cooper is a 2005 graduate of Philadelphia University and has been a practicing Mid-wife for six years. She is originally from Iowa.

Ms. Cooper will see pre-natal and gynecological patients. This addtion to the staff will allow the clinic to be open Monday through Thursday 9am- 1pm. Any woman who lives in Clay County, does not have insurance and makes less than the 200% poverty level is welcome to call the clinic at 904-531-9504 for an appointment.

By increasing the hours of service at the clinic, The Way will have additional visit opportunities for 170 patients each month. With this change the Clinic is hoping to provide greater access to care for Clay County residents which is the Mission and Number One priority of the Board of Directors.

The Way is pleased to announce a recent donation from St. Vincent's Health Care of $15,000. St Vincent's is one of the original supporters of the clinic. Their continue support keeps our doors open

The Way Free Medical Clinic will be offering ultrasounds to their pre-natal patients on site using a new ultrasound machine purchased through the generosity of private donations and a grant from the Lucy B. Gooding Foundation. Two providers, Dr. David Pizarro and Dr. Jack Huddleston will be available to perform the ultrasounds. 

The Women's Giving Alliance recently awarded the clinic a $5,000 grant for our Baby and Me Program. This program is for teen mother's education concerning pregnancy, baby care and healthy choices for the future. The cilinc is very excited to offer this additonal service to our teen moms.LaFarge, Palatka donated 50 sheets of dry wall to The Way for renovations at its new location.

The Rotary Club of Fleming Island presented a check totaling $1,000 from its fund-raising activities to The Way Free Medical Clinic in  September.

The Magnolia Point Women's Club awarded The Way Clinic $1,200 in October to assist their patients with prescription drug costs. This is the 2nd year the women's club has donated to the clinic.

St. Lukes Council of Catholic Women made a surprise visit to the Clinic on Thursday, Nov. 18 to deliver hand crocheted newborn beanies. A pancake breakfast fundraiser will be held February 11, 2011 at St. Lukes.