Services at The Community Free Clinic
The Community Free Clinic provides free healthcare services for eligible uninsured residents living in Cabarrus County. Our clinic in Concord, NC offers primary care, chronic condition support, diagnostic testing, medication assistance, lifestyle medicine, and coordinated referrals through HealthNet Cabarrus.
All services are provided at no charge for eligible patients. If a service is not offered onsite, our team helps coordinate next steps through trusted community partners.
Services Overview:
Patients may receive support in the following areas:
Primary care and preventive visitsChronic disease managementDiagnostic testing and lab servicesMedication assistance and pharmacy supportSpecialty care through scheduled clinics and coordinated referralsLifestyle medicine, nutrition education, and the Food PharmacyPatient NavigationReferrals to nonprofit partners for support
Primary Care and Ongoing Support
Primary Care Visits
Primary care includes routine visits, evaluation of new symptoms, preventive screenings, and follow up care. Patients receive ongoing support, not one time treatment.
Chronic Condition Management
We help patients manage long term conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, and other chronic illnesses. Care may include monitoring, medication support, and lifestyle guidance.
Last year, 74% of individuals with hypertension controlled their blood pressure within the year. 66% of patients with diabetes had their A1C controlled over an extended period.
Specialty Care and Coordinated Referrals
Specialty Clinics and Visiting Provider
Specialty support is provided through scheduled clinics and visiting providers, based on availability. Services may include optometry, in-office procedures, women’s care and other specialty care when available through onsite clinical volunteers.
HealthNet Cabarrus Referral Coordination
HealthNet Cabarrus helps connect eligible patients to participating providers across Cabarrus County through a coordinated referral process. This coordination matters because specialty services often require documentation, scheduling, and follow up. Our team helps patients navigate those steps.
Diagnostic Testing and Lab Services
Lab Work and Routine Testing
Diagnostic testing helps guide treatment plans and monitor chronic conditions. Testing is ordered based on clinical need and completed through clinic processes and lab partnerships.
Common Testing and Screening Examples
Examples may include blood pressure, blood glucose, urinalysis, strep testing, pregnancy testing, EKG, retinal scanning, and other routine screenings as appropriate.
Medication Assistance and Pharmacy Support
Medication Access Support
Medication access is a key part of chronic disease management. The clinic helps eligible patients access prescribed medications and understand how to take them safely.
NC MedAssist Partnership
The clinic partners with NC MedAssist, a nonprofit pharmacy, to help eligible patients receive medications. The MedAssist pharmacy application is a separate process, and clinic staff can assist patients with completion when needed.
Education, Counseling, and Lifestyle Support
Health Education and Coaching
We provide education and coaching to help patients understand diagnoses, follow treatment plans, and make practical changes that support long term health.
Behavioral Health and Support Services
Support services may include behavioral health support, nutrition counseling, diabetes education, and help connecting to local resources when appropriate.
Lifestyle Medicine and Food Pharmacy
Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle medicine supports long term health through practical education and coaching focused on daily habits that impact wellbeing.
Food Pharmacy
The Food Pharmacy is part of the lifestyle medicine program. Eligible patients may receive nutrition education and coaching and may be enrolled in cooking classes. Patients pick up food on a biweekly basis and have an opportunity to meet with clinic staff during pickup.
The Clinic provides free food pantry bags to patients.
Dental Support
Dental support is limited and varies based on clinic capacity. When additional dental services are needed, patients may be referred to community partners through coordinated referral support.
How to Access Services
Start With Eligibility and Enrollment
To receive services, start by confirming eligibility and completing the application. Enrollment is an annual process. Once enrolled, patients can access clinic services and coordinated referrals through HealthNet Cabarrus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are services free?
Yes. All services are provided at no charge for eligible patients.
Do you offer specialty care?
Some specialty services are provided through scheduled clinics and visiting providers. When specialty care is not available onsite, referrals may be coordinated through HealthNet Cabarrus.
What if a service is not offered at the clinic?
If a service is not offered onsite, the clinic can help coordinate next steps through referral partners when appropriate.
Have Questions?
If you are not sure where to start, begin with Get Care or contact the clinic and we will help you understand the next step.