Our Impact
The Community Free Clinic provides free, coordinated healthcare for uninsured residents in Cabarrus County. We measure impact in two ways: patient health outcomes and community value.
The results below reflect the clinic’s most recent fiscal year reporting and show what happens when patients have consistent access to primary care, medications, and coordinated specialty referrals.
Health Outcomes That Matter
Consistent primary care and medication access improve long term health. In the most recent reporting period, the clinic achieved measurable progress in two major chronic conditions.
Hypertension Control
Last year, 74% of individuals with hypertension controlled their blood pressure within the year.
Diabetes Control
Last year, 66% of patients with diabetes had their A1C controlled over an extended period.
Community Value in Cabarrus County
Free care is not only compassionate, it is cost-effective. When uninsured adults can access primary care, they are less likely to delay treatment and more likely to avoid preventable complications.
Demand for free healthcare in Cabarrus County remains significant. The clinic’s work helps reduce strain on emergency departments while improving long term stability for patients.
2024 to 2025 Fiscal Year Results
Clinic services saved the hospital system $3.5 million.
For every dollar spent, the clinic provided $13.22 in services.
2024 to 2025 Program Snapshot
These figures summarize patient reach and service delivery during the fiscal year.
Clinic Services
Clinic patients: 678Appointments: 3,937Filled prescriptions: 5,734
HealthNet Cabarrus
HealthNet patients: 1,061
Volunteer Support
Medical and administrative volunteer hours: 2,367
How Impact Happens
The clinic’s impact is driven by a coordinated care model. Patients start with eligibility and enrollment, receive ongoing primary care and chronic disease support, and are connected to specialty services through HealthNet Cabarrus when needed.
Care That Stays Consistent
Ongoing visits and follow up care help patients manage chronic conditions over time rather than relying on emergency care.
Medication and Support Services
Medication assistance and patient support services help patients follow treatment plans safely and consistently.
Coordinated Specialty Referrals
When specialty care is needed, the clinic coordinates referrals through HealthNet Cabarrus and partner providers across Cabarrus County.
Read the Full Report
For a deeper look at outcomes, services, and community support, view the full impact report.
Help Expand Access to Care
These results are possible because donors, volunteers, and community partners sustain the clinic’s work. If you want to help keep care free for uninsured adults in Cabarrus County, you can donate, volunteer, or sponsor an event.