Additional Services Offered

Medication Assistance is provided to homeless, jobless, uninsured individuals through the Rescue Mission Free Clinic for the Homeless. Medication and medication management are provided at no charge to homeless patients. In 2009, 7,863 prescriptions were secured for homeless individuals.

Intense Medical Case Management is the most efficient way to meet these growing needs. Appointments can be made Monday through Friday. Walk-in appointments are available on Tuesday evenings. In 2009, over 2.5 million dollars of free medical care was provided to homeless individuals in the Mission’s clinic.

Respite Care is available for guests with illnesses and injuries requiring frequent medical treatments, bed rest, or acute management and managed through the Rescue Mission Free Clinic for the Homeless. Respite Care is intended to last no more than 2 weeks and must be requested directly from a medical provider. In 2009, 3,215 days of respite care were provided to homeless individuals to sick to be in the general shelter population.

Educational Classes are offered for various healthcare issues. Some of the classes include: Diabetic Education, Smoking Cessation, Post Acute Withdrawal, The Addicted Brain, Oral Health, and Healthy Living. Additional classes are currently in the works.

Bless My Sole is a foot washing ministry designed to share Christ’s love with the homeless. Light refreshments and live music are offered by volunteers. Patients get their feet washed and engage in conversation and prayer with the volunteers. A volunteer medical provider checks the patient’s feet, trims nails, and provides medical care as needed. Volunteers and patients are equally touched by the experience.