Free Clinic Helps Out Thousands In Lincoln

The People's City Mission Free Clinic is seeing huge numbers. The Clinic which opened up last July is hoping to see more than 10,000 people this year alone.

Most of us take for granted a trip to the doctors office. But for thousands of Lincoln residents it's just not possible. But because of the People's City Mission Clinic, those people are getting the care they need and free of charge.

40–60 people a day come through the doors of the City Mission's Free Clinic. For services ranging from dental, eye care, x–rays, and general medical care. And they help people like Tim Campion, who said he wouldn't be here with out the care he's received at the clinic.

“I have blood clots in my lungs and they do INR's for me and they do it for free and it really helps me out a lot,” Campion said.

On top of regular check ups Campion's had dental work done and gets his blood clot medication at a discounted rate. Pastor Tom Barber says they provide all these services free of charge and expect to help more people every year.

“Last year we saw 4,000 people on our first opening and this year we think we can see 10–12,000 people and do it all without a dime of tax dollars without any federal money what so ever no medicaid no medicare and we also charge nothing for the people who come here,” Pastor Tom said. 

This month the clinic is getting a full pharmacy and has already paid for a year's worth of medication that will be handed out free of charge.

The clinic has 3 full time employees and depends on volunteers for the rest. Volunteers that Campion says are making a difference for Lincoln residents just like him.

“They can do a lot of things I mean these are doctors who are taking time out of their time to help people,” To be able to go the Mission Clinic, you have to meet certain poverty guidelines and not have insurance.

The clinic is open 9 to 5 Monday through Friday with no appointment is necessary.