52 Aunt Dora Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 |  Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 - 9pm; Call for Availability
(828) 526-4164
(828) 526-1991

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HELPING THOSE IN NEED

HELPING THOSE IN NEED

is at the heart of everything we do

FREE WEEKLY CLINICS

FREE WEEKLY CLINICS

Tuesdays & Thursdays; 4:00 - 9:00pm

COVID TESTING & VACCINES

COVID TESTING & VACCINES

Thursdays; 4:30 - 7:30pm w/ the Vecinos Mobile Unit in the Clinic parking lot

CLINICS

Every Tuesday & Thursday; 4:00pm to 9:00pm

For Appointments:

Call 828-526-1991 for availability (Monday – Friday; 10am – 5pm)

SERVICES

We provide primary healthcare services for both children and adults during clinic hours, including:

  • Acute and chronic disease management, including High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, and Depression
  • Behavioral Health Counseling
  • Gynecological Services (offered once a month by appointment only)
  • Tests and x-ray services at no cost to residents of Highlands & Cashiers
  • Flu Vaccines
  • Covid Vaccines (Thursday evenings only)
  • Social Services
  • Referrals to medical specialists
  • Chronic Medication Assistance Program to help obtain medications at low or no cost
  • Behavioral Health Program providing counseling for those with depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns (offered once a month by appointment only)

ABOUT

Our Staff

Our staff is comprised primarily of physicians, RNs, secretaries, receptionists, and interpreters who volunteer their time and efforts to helping us fulfill our mission. 

Executive Director: Faviola Olvera
Clinical Coordinator: Sandy Fleming
Patient Care Coordinator: Maria Guadalupe, CNA
Behavioral Health Clinician: Michael Greene
Interpreter: Benito "Bennie" Garcia
Nurse Practitioners: Rebecca Baker, NP-C; Patricia Smith, NP

Our Leadership

Our board members dedicate their time and talents to expediting the mission of providing free medical care in a caring environment to those in need.

Chair: David Moore
Vice Chair: Terry Fisher
Treasurer: Don Calvert
Medical Director: John Baumrucker, MD
Members: Rose Mary Achey, Becky Bankston, Maria Estrada, Carol Hunter, Frank Kelly, Michael Lanzilotta, Wally Seinsheimer

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers who donate their time, expertise, knowledge, and resources are essential to our continued success.

There are many full- and part-time positions available for those who work in the medical and clerical fields, as well as opportunities for volunteers who may only be able to commit to work limited days during the month. Individual orientation is provided to all volunteers.

To learn more about volunteering at the clinic, please contact Jerry Hermanson by calling 828-526-1991 or sending him an email

• Primary Care Physicians and Mid-Level Providers 
Position Requirements: Physicians must have a license to practice medicine in the state of North Carolina in a Primary Care specialty. Mid-Level Providers (PAs, NPs, etc.) must have active experience in primary medicine and have a supervising physician.

Nursing/Clinical Volunteers
Position Requirements: RNs, LPNs, MAs, or nursing students must have clinical experience. Active licensure as an RN or LPN is not required.

Medical Records Clerks
Position Requirements: Familiarity with medical terminology is required.

Spanish Translators
Position Requirements: Approximately 30% of the clinic’s patients speak Spanish as their primary language.  Volunteers assist patients fill out clinic forms and translate for the patients, when needed, during treatment. No formal training is required.

Clerical and Administrative Volunteers
Position Requirements: Assist with front desk admissions, reception, filing, phone calls, etc. No formal training is required.

FAQ

Q: How much does it cost?
Our services are 100% free to those who qualify. Contributions are voluntary, and not required.

Q: Who's eligible to receive care?
To receive free medical care at the Community Care Clinic, a patient must be:

  • Uninsured, meaning the patient cannot have health insurance or be the beneficiary of other programs that pay for health care, and
  • The family income must also be at or under 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Q: Will I need to fill out any forms?
First time patients must complete an eligibility form and a medical history form.* You may download and bring them to your first appointment or you may fill them out upon your arrival.
* These will link to PDF versions of the forms that will open in a new window and can be downloaded directly from the user’s device.

Q: What languages are spoken at the clinic?
English & Spanish. We provide interpreters on site. Please let us know when you make your appointment or at the start of your visit if you'd like a Spanish translator present.

Q: Does the clinic work with any other medical facilities or resources?

The clinic refers patients to both the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and Angel Medical Center, as well as other non-profits that provide services to the same demographic. These include but are not limited to dental clinics, food pantries, and other resources available to those in need, such as the SNAP program and referrals to county health and social services departments.

Our Location


Community Care Clinic
52 Aunt Dora Drive
Highlands, NC 28741
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Contact Us


Phone: (828) 526-1991
Fax: (828) 526-4164
Office Hours: 9am-5pm; M-F

Weekly Free Clinic


Tuesdays & Thursdays
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Call 828-526-1991 for Availability

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