The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office and Remote Area Medical Hosts the 2 nd FREE 2-Day Healthcare Clinic for Underserved Families
PHILADELPHIA, PA– Remote Area Medical – RAM® – a major nonprofit provider of pop-up clinics delivering free dental, vision, and medical care to those in need – will hold a free, two-day clinic on August 24-25, 2024, in Philadelphia, PA. RAM will be set up at the Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School, 1840 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 for this two-day-only event.
“The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office is immensely grateful to our dedicated supporters and partners for making this event yet again possible. Community outreach is a priority for this office and this partnership with Remote Area Medical and DentMed Inc. is another way for us to serve residents. Together, we are transforming lives and creating a healthier, brighter future for the community and we look forward to hosting this event on August 24-24, 2024, in Northeast Philadelphia” stated, Sheriff Rochelle Bilal.
“Remote Area Medical is excited for the opportunity to be invited back to Philadelphia to serve free, quality healthcare to those in need. We look forward to working alongside the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, DentMed Inc., and all the volunteers to continue to provide care in this community,” said Clinic Coordinator Brad Hutchins.
Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
Time: 11:30 am – 12:15 pm EST
Location: Philadelphia City Hall, 1400 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mayor’s Reception Room, Room 202
Details: Announcing the upcoming two-day healthcare pop-up clinic
Attendees: Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, Representative from Remote Area Medical, Representative from DentMed, Inc., Senator Sharif Street, Elected Officials, Partners, and Organizations (other names to be announced at the press conference).
Foxwynd Foundation, Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School, Laborers District Council, Laborers’ Local 57, Laborers Local 332, District Council 33, Temple University, State Senator Sharif Street, State Senator Christine Tartaglione, Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr., The Charles Foundation, Dr. Ala Stanford Center for Health Equity, Black Doctors Consortium, Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr., Ardella’s House, Black Clergy of Philadelphia, AARP Community, The Consortium.
- Services available at the free RAM clinic include dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental extractions, dental x-rays, eye exams, glaucoma testing, eyeglass prescriptions, eyeglasses made on-site, women's health exams, and general medical exams. Free hypertension counseling, sickle cell information, and COVID-19 vaccines will be available, as well as free take-home colon cancer screening test kits.
- In some situations, such as inclement weather, volunteer cancellations, or other circumstances outside of RAM’s control, the parking lot may open earlier, or a smaller number of patients may be served. RAM encourages everyone who would like services, especially dental services, to arrive as early as possible. Clinic closing time may vary based on each service area’s daily capacity.
- All RAM services are free, and no ID is required. Free dental, vision, and medical services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Clinic doors open at 6 a.m.
- Due to time constraints, patients should be prepared to choose between DENTAL and VISION services. Medical services are offered, in addition to dental or vision services, free to every patient attending the clinic. For more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit www.ramusa.org or call 865-579-1530
About Remote Area Medical: RAM is a major nonprofit organization that operates pop-up clinics delivering free dental, vision, and medical services to individuals in need who do not have access to, or cannot afford, a doctor. Founded in 1985, RAM has treated more than 940,000 individuals with $200.2 million worth of free healthcare services through 2023. Since its foundation, more than 212,000 volunteers – comprised of licensed dental, vision, medical, and veterinary professionals, as well as general support staff – have supported RAM’s mission. www.ramusa.org
About the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office: The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office wants to ensure Philadelphians remain in their homes, which is why the Sheriff’s Office supports programs and organizations that help residents. Residents must contact the Sheriff’s Office if they believe they have been illegally evicted by someone who was impersonating a Deputy Sheriff. The Sheriff’s Office will also continue to host food giveaways, and community outreach events to answer any questions residents may have. If there are any questions, or concerns residents can reach out to the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office at 215-686-3530 or 215-686-3542.
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