Health Care

Allergy and Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating suffering and death due to asthma, allergies and related conditions. Founded in 1985, AANMA’s core areas of expertise are education, advocacy and outreach. AANMA’s flagship publications “Allergy & Asthma Today” magazine and “The MA Report” newsletter and website are consumer lifelines to medical news and healthy living.

American Cancer Society provides support to cancer patients and their families at no direct cost to patients or the people who care for them. This includes transportation to medical appointments, transportation reimbursement, lodging, support groups, wigs and "Look Good Feel Better" classes.The American Cancer Society also provides information on all types of cancer and prevention education.Cancer Support Groups hosts four cancer support groups:"Reach to Recovery" puts women with breast cancer ...

ABC, Inc. is an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) agency dedicated to providing the most up to date empirically sound interventions in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Attention Deficit Disorder with/out Hyperactivity (ADHD/ADD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other related behavioral disorders/disabilities.Applied Behavior Analysis is a science evidence-based treatment that has been well cited in over 3,000 peer reviewed journal artic...

Arthritis Foundation of the Greater Sacramento Valley Branch provides services such as Arthritis Awareness presentations, exercise classes and aquatic classes. Information and referral services are also available to anyone interested in learning more about arthritis. Self-help classes are available for interested individuals to assist in the coping process.

The Breastfeeding Coalition of San Joaquin County provides information about breastfeeding support resources in San Joaquin County including prenatal breastfeeding classes, breastfeeding help lines, lactation consultant services, mother-to-mother support groups and breast pump rentals. The www.BreastfeedSJC.org website includes a Breastfeeding and Working Toolkit with information for working moms and employers. There are also links to information about state and federal laws related to breastf...

California Youth Crisis Line is a 24-hour crisis line, and 18-hour chat and text, for youth and their families to help young people receive the support and referrals they need to address critically important issues; i.e. homelessness, running away, parental or family violence, HIV/AIDS and other STDs, depression, anger, self-harm, suicide and other topics of importance. Services are anonymous and confidential. Assistance available in all languages. To chat with us go to our website at www.caly...

California Poison Control System (CPCS) provides immediate, free and expert treatment advice and referral over the telephone in case of exposure to poisonous or toxic substances. Pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and poison information providers answer the calls to (800) 222-1222, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Language interpreters are always available.

The mission of CDA is to improve the oral health of all Californians by supporting the dental profession in its efforts to meet community needs. Oral health is critical to the total health and well-being of an individual. For young children, it means they won’t live with pain or miss school. For adults, it can enhance employment outcomes, improve their overall health and quality of life and, for many, restore dignity.That’s why they're tireless in their efforts to provide their CDA Cares events ...

CARE LINK "Health Care for the Homeless" provides access to primary health care for the greater Stockton area's homeless population. CARE LINK does the following: Provides primary health care services for the homeless at the Gleason House Medical Clinic, 423 South San Joaquin Street, Stockton; at Channel Medical Center, 701 East Channel Street, Stockton and the Care Link Outreach Program at locations throughout San Joaquin CountyProvides medical outreach services and street outreach to inform ho...

Comprehensive Primary and Preventive Care Program provides health care to people of all ages. Services include general medical care, women’s health care, prenatal care, infant and childhood physicals and immunizations, family planning, blood pressure screenings, HIV testing, early intervention program, counseling, WIC, nutrition counseling, Comprehensive Prenatal Services Program, x-rays and pharmacy. Health education, case management and assistance with eligibility for programs such as Medi-Cal...

Community Medical Centers, Inc. (CMC) has been providing quality HIV and AIDS health care in San Joaquin, Solano and Yolo Counties to Latino, multi-ethnic and underserved communities for over 20 years. Our services include specialty care, treatment, prevention services, counseling, and counseling as well as Case Management to assist patients with their medical needs.Our HIV and AIDS primary care clinics are staffed by expert teams of highly skilled professionals in the treatment and prev...

Tracy Family Practice Clinic provides patients with routine medical care to include adult & pediatric health, prenatal care, women’s health, behavioral health, health education, and WIC services are also available on-site.

Waterloo Dental Clinic is part of the Community Medical Centers and provides exams, cleanings, fillings, esthetic restorations, extractions, crowns, dentures and root canals.

Covered California is an easy-to-use marketplace implementing the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in California. Through Covered California, you and your family can compare affordable, quality health insurance options and choose the one that best fits your needs and budget. By law, your coverage can't be dropped or denied if you have a pre-existing medical condition or if you get sick. You may even be able to get financial assistance through Covered California to mak...

Dameron Hospital is an acute care facility providing diagnostic and treatment services as well as emergency and critical care services. Hospital programs and services include cardiology and cardiac surgery, orthopedics, bariatric surgery, physical therapy, occupational health and outpatient surgery. Primary care is also available at its onsite Ambulatory Care Center.

Delta Blood Bank serves as the sole provider of blood for 15 area hospitals. It draws, processes, stores and delivers the blood. Delta Blood Bank also serves as a location for individuals to apply to join the National Marrow Donor Program.Must be at least 17 years of age and fulfill weight requirement of at least 110 pounds in order to donate blood. If 16 years of age, must fulfill weight requirement of at least 115 pounds and have a signed Delta Blood Bank parental consent form. To join the ...

Delta Health Care and Management Services Corporation is a private non-profit community based organization dedicated to providing health, nutrition, wellness, breastfeeding, and health education outreach services to underserved families, women, adolescents, children and individuals in San Joaquin County.School-Based Health Programs: Delta Health Care operates the provision of services to students at Edison and Stagg High Schools. Please call (209) 444-8300 for more information.Education and out...

Edison Health Center is a comprehensive medical facility located on the Edison High School campus. Medical care, mental health, family planning, sports physicals, nutrition, case management, health education and a variety of other services are available at no charge to students.

Stagg Healthy Start Center is a comprehensive medical facility located on the Stagg High School campus. Medical, mental health, family planning, sports physicals, case management, conflict mediation, health education and a variety of other services are available.

Delta Health Care’s WIC (Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program) continues to be an SJC leader in the provision of WIC Nutrition Services including: enrollment, food instrument distribution, nutrition and breastfeeding education, and nutritional care plans to WIC eligible participants at four sites located in Stockton and Lodi. Please call Stockton: (209) 444-8600 or Lodi: (209) 370-6850, for more information.

Dental Services are currently provided as one of the many benefits under the Medi-Cal program. Denti-Cal provides answers to your questions concerning program benefits and policies, help in canceling and rescheduling clinical screening appointments and assistance with resolving beneficiary grievances/complaints You can also obtain referrals to dentists and answers to questions regarding claims.The Medi-Cal Dental Program covers a variety of services such as:Diagnostic and preventive dental hyg...

Growing Expectations program is a hospital based childbirth preparation class and a breastfeeding class that is offered to the community.Please call (209) 239-8322 or (209) 521-2229, to inquire about upcoming classes and to register. They also have breastfeeding consultations available by appointment for all lactating women. Call (209) 239-8387 for an appointment with a Lactation Consultant. They also offer Maternity Tours. The tours are free! For the Spanish speaking, they offer a tour on the ...

Health Access provides free transportation to clients for medical appointments. Transportation is only provided throughout south Stockton only. Clients can either follow the route or call with in 24 hours for an appointment.

El Concilio (Council for the Spanish Speaking) is a non-profit community based organization whose goal is the empowerment of the Hispanic community so that its members can improve the quality of their lives and the lives of their children.El Concilio’s services are designed to assist individuals become self-sufficient and productive members of the community.Services include: referrals to community services, immigration assistance, interpreting and translation, assistance completing personal docu...

Family Link is a guest house that serves families that come to San Francisco from around the world to visit and care for loved ones with a life threatening illness or traumatic injury.Family Link provides:Clean, safe accommodations (six private rooms, two twin beds per room)Support in a home-like environmentReferrals to community resourcesA central Castro District locationOpportunity to meet other visiting familiesPlan to arrive before 8:00 p.m. in the evening when first arriving. Advance regis...

The Health Justice Program works to establish community capacity to advocate for healthy eating, creating healthier communities through built environment change, bridging connections to healthcare and healthcare services, and advancing health equity. The program is certified to enroll individuals in Covered California. They are bilingual.

Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) is a publicly sponsored, local non-profit, health care plan designed by and for the people of San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties. HPSJ is available for San Joaquin and Stanislaus County residents with Medi-Cal benefits, as well as for families with Access for Infants and Mothers (AIM) coverage (San Joaquin and Stanislaus). A directory of participating health care providers is available for members. HPSJ offers: Primary care and specialist physicians and clinics...

Healthy Beginnings provides pregnancy counseling and prenatal care to low income women living in San Joaquin County. Classes and workshops are also available to teach infant CPR, general care of an infant, childbirth and parenting. Family planning counseling, emergency contraception and health maintenance of female reproductive organs are also provided. Healthy Beginnings accepts former and current alcohol and drug users. It refers high-risk patients to San Joaquin General Hospital. Two convenie...

Hospice of San Joaquin believes that everyone deserves a comfortable and peaceful closure. Their professional team offers a comprehensive care plan which includes professional medical, social, spiritual and emotional care (support) for the patient, family and caregivers. Each patient's individualized plan of care is designed to fit specific needs and choices. Visits are as patient and family require or request by the appropriate hospice team member. 24 hour on-call hospice nurse. Continuous ...

King Family Center Health Clinic offers medical services, physicals, immunizations, health care, counseling services, referrals, family services and information relating to family self-sufficiency. The Clinic was created with funds from California's Healthy Start Initiative. It is a place for families of students of King School to connect with the school and community. A major goal is assisting families in finding services to better support their needs.

Free legal advice for health care consumers regardless of age or income. Assistance ranges from information and advice to representation at hearings and appeals. Advice is provided on all forms of coverage including through Covered California, Medi-Cal, Medicare, county programs, COBRA, employer group health plans, and others.

Lodi Health's Adult Day Care is a licensed program at Hutchins Street Square for older and disabled adults who cannot fully care for themselves. The program provides friendly, stimulating care and support through a variety of daily activities that encourage group participation. Care-giving families can also find support services through this program, as well as referral to other programs and services for older and disabled adults and their care givers.Adult Day Care helps fill the ga...

Lodi Memorial Hospital provides inpatient, outpatient and community services. Outpatient services include 24-hour emergency care, urgent care, adult-day care, pharmacy, laboratory, physical therapy, out-patient surgery, prenatal clinic, pediatric clinic, family practice clinic and occupational health clinic. Inpatient services include surgery, maternity, ICU, acute-physical rehabilitation and acute care.

Stanford University Medical Center is the Northern California referral center for children's catastrophic diseases, i.e. cystic fibrosis. Patients are ordinarily referred by their family physician. Low-cost or free lodging near this hospital is available for families of patients at the Ronald McDonald House. The Lucile Packard Referral Center provides a listing of physician specialists for children. This information can be accessed by calling (800) 995-5724, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. t...

Mary Magdalene Community Services offers services to adults, youths and children. Adult services include, crisis intervention and referrals, transitional housing and case management, job skills, resume writing and outreach. Services for youth and children include counseling, case management, and teen mentoring through the "My Brother's Keeper" program. Parenting classes and substance abuse classes are offered through court referrals.

Medi-Cal Access Program (MCAP) offers low-cost health coverage for mid-income pregnant women. It has been designed for middle income families without health insurance and whose income is too high for no-cost Medi-Cal. MCAP is also available to those who have health insurance if their deductible or co-payment for maternity services is more than $500. If you qualify for MCAP, your baby is automatically eligible for enrollment in the MCAP Infant Program unless your infant is enrolled in employer-s...

Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) provides comprehensive medical services to people with neuromuscular diseases at some 240 hospitals and affiliated clinics across the country. MDA provides an initial diagnosis and follow-up care, recreation at MDA summer camps, a variety of support groups, annual family information conferences, seminars and information exposé. Summer Camp programs are available for children that have medical referrals.

one.Transitional Learning Center (TLC) is a credentialed kindergarten through sixth grade school for homeless children. Its goal is to satisfy the physical, emotional and educational needs of homeless children in San Joaquin County. Utilizing a strong academic program, a school day includes standards based education, with a strong emphasis on literacy, math and second language acquisition. one.TLC provides children with breakfast, lunch, school supplies, clothing, personal toiletries, medical...

Optimal Hospice Care works together with patients and their families to enhance quality of life. Hospice services are available for those typically affected by any type of life-limiting condition. By utilizing the most modern pain and symptom management techniques combined with a compassionate support system, hospice services help to reduce the overwhelming stress and anxiety that can come with caring for a loved one with a life limiting illness at home or in a residency facility.Hospice Care ...

The Partnership for Prescription Assistance helps qualifying patients without prescription drug coverage obtain the medication they need at low cost or no cost. Their mission is to increase awareness of patient assistance programs and boost enrollment of those who are eligible. You can also find a free or low-cost clinic near your home or workplace. Visit https://www.pparx.org/ for more information.

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte provides confidential and low cost services. Medi-Cal welcome. Day, evening and Saturday hours are offered.Family Planning information and education, medical services including pregnancy testing, birth control exams, routine medical exams, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, abortion services, AIDS testing and counseling, breast and testicular exams and prenatal care are provided. Educational presentations are offered to the community. These ...

The Pregnancy Resource Center is a life-affirming licensed medical clinic that provides pregnancy testing, nurse consultations, and obstetrical ultrasound. The Center offers education about parenting, abortion, adoption, contraception, and sexual health. We have a parenting program that provides parenting support and baby care items. Post abortion healing classes are also offered here. The center does not provide or refer for abortion or contraception services.

Pregnancy Resource Center of Tracy provides support to expectant mothers and their families by offering referrals to community agencies for needed services and prenatal care. Teen childbirth and parenting classes are provided to better understand the development and basic needs of babies.Services Provided:Free pregnancy tests ("Accurate, quality tests are used.")Information on Pregnancy Abortion alternativesPost-abortion support servicesMaternity clothingInfant clothing and suppliesTeen childb...

During regular pediatric checkups, Reach Out and Read San Joaquin pediatricians, family physicians, and nurse practitioners give new, developmentally-appropriate books to children, ages six months through five years, and advise parents about the importance of reading aloud to their children. Volunteer readers provide a positive reading experience for children in waiting rooms, as well as model reading aloud for parents. Helpful tips for getting children excited about books are provided....

RotaCare Bay Area, Inc. brings free medical care for relief of pain and suffering to those who have the most need and the least access to medical care. It is a coalition of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers and other volunteers. RotaCare clinics may be able to access pro bono specialist physicians and other low-cost clinics for care outside the clinic's scope of service. Various hospitals sponsor clinics and provide space and in-kind professional services. RotaCare Bay Area, I...

San Joaquin County Human Services Agency is the community's provider of those services essential to the well-being of county residents. While all of the programs are locally administered, most are federally and/or state-funded. Their mission is to lead in the creation and delivery of services that improve the quality of life for the community. Human Services Agency provides a variety of programs and services locally. These programs include: CalWORKs, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Aging and Adult Servi...

Medi-Cal offers health care coverage for needy and low income residents of California who have little or no personal health insurance or are having trouble paying for medical services. Medi-Cal is supported by federal and state taxes and administered by local county departments. Please call for more information on application criteria and process.

Governor Jerry Brown expanded Medi-Cal to all lower-income California children younger than 19, regardless of immigration status. Medi-Cal provides free or low-cost preventive medical care and treatments including vision, dental and mental health. Undocumented and mixed-status families who are income-eligible for Medi-Cal have been informed that their children will be eligible for full-scope Medi-Cal starting no sooner than spring 2016. All kids with restricted-scope Medi-Cal (also known as "...

San Joaquin County In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority operates a registry of available home care providers for IHSS recipients. IHSS also certifies IHSS recipients and providers in First-Aid and CPR and offers many in-house services such as: nutrition, health and safety, basic computer and internet skills, infection control, depression, Parkinson’s Disease and much more. The IHSS Public Authority is the main contact for individual providers and direct hires for IHSS recipients ...

Black Infant Health is designed to encourage and support a healthy pregnancy, healthy newborn, and women’s health. They provide 20 group intervention sessions (10 sessions prenatally, 10 sessions postpartum) with complementary case management.

California Children’s Services (CCS) is a statewide program that arranges, directs, and pays for medical care, equipment and rehabilitation when these services are authorized by the program. CCS pays for treatment, such as doctor services, hospital and surgical care, physical and/or occupational therapy, laboratory tests, X-rays, orthopedic appliances, and medical equipment as needed for the child's CCS-eligible condition.

The Child Health and Disability Prevention Program contracts with medical providers who provide complete health assessments for the early detection and prevention of the diseases and disabilities in children and youth. A complete health assessment includes a growth and development check; all needed shots and lab tests; a dental, vision, and hearing screening; and appropriate health education information. If medical problems are found during the visit, children are referred for additional medical...

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) provides case management services to lead poisoned children in San Joaquin County. This program also works with local organizations to educate the community about the dangers of lead poisoning and assists the medical community in identifying and effectively treating lead poisoned children.

Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program provides Medi-Cal coverage for comprehensive perinatal care including routine obstetrics, psychosocial support, health education, nutrition counseling and vitamin supplements. Services are provided through local providers (physicians, medical groups, community clinics, hospital outpatient clinics, etc.) who meet CPSP certification requirements.

Fetal Infant Mortality Program Review (FIMR) identifies community level factors that are associated with fetal and infant deaths in San Joaquin County. This program identifies, develops and implements recommendations that will improve community resources and health service delivery systems for women and infants. If a case is selected for review, one-on-one interviews are conducted to discuss the pregnancy, community resources, access to prenatal care and the demise of the fetus or infant....

The Local Health District provides the following services: registration, analysis of vital records, provision of copies, control of communicable diseases, including immunization, tuberculosis, case-finding and diagnosis treatment of venereal diseases, maternal and child health services, well baby clinics, school health services, health screening, therapy and clinics for handicapped children, health education, public health laboratory and bedside nursing and home health aide services for selecte...

Lodi Health Center provides immunizations, skin test readings, health examinations and HIV testing. Please visit website for more information on this and other San Joaquin County Public Health programs.Clinic schedule: TB readings: Monday 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Immunizations: Friday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. HIV testing: second and fourth Friday 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Manteca Health Center provides immunizations, skin test readings, health examinations and HIV testing. Please visit website for more information on this and other San Joaquin County Public Health programs.Clinic schedule: Immunizations: Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. TB test reading: Monday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

The Medical Therapy Program (MTP) is a special program within California Children’s Services that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy and medical therapy conference services in outpatient clinics located in designated public schools for children who have handicapping conditions generally due to neurological or musculoskeletal disordersServices provided include:“Medically necessary” physical therapy and occupational therapy services to eligible patients at no costAttendance at school ...

Nurse Home Visiting Program is available to all interested women living in San Joaquin County who are pregnant or parenting a child up to one year of age.San Joaquin County Public Health Nurses will provide education on issues relating to pregnancy and infants. Assistance is available to anyone interested in obtaining prenatal care and health insurance coverage. Home visits are provided to first-time pregnant moms, pregnant women with complications, high risk infants and postpartum mothers....

Perinatal Outreach and Education (POE) is designed to increase community awareness of the importance of early and continuous prenatal care. The program provides assistance in accessing and utilizing community resources that will enhance a healthy pregnancy, baby and family life.

Stockton Health Center offers immunizations (children and adult), health examinations, sexually transmitted disease clinic, HIV testing and tuberculosis clinic. In addition, a travel clinic is available by appointment. Please visit website for more information on this and other San Joaquin County Public Health programs.Clinic schedule:Immunizations & TB Testing:Monday and Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Walk-in)Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Walk-in)Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. an...

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Program provides grief and bereavement services and case management to families and/or child care providers who have experienced the death of an infant due to SIDS. Contact with the family is made within three working days after notification from the coroner about the death. Support services, information, referrals to community resources, community and provider education are offered.

Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) is a federal nutrition program providing food checks, nutrition education and breastfeeding support. Health care referrals to eligible pregnant women, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children under 5 years old.Sites:Stockton:620 North Aurora Street, Suite 2 (209) 468-3280. Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Open two Saturdays each monthTracy:205 West 9th Street (209) 831-5930. Hours: Wednesdays only 8:00 a...

San Joaquin Dental Referral Service is an answering service that contracts with some of the local dentists for the purpose of referring patients.

San Joaquin Dental Society is a resource and referral service for those in need of emergency or general practice care.

San Joaquin General Hospital general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provid...

San Joaquin General Hospital / San Joaquin County Clinics Ambulatory Care Services provides primary care services for both children and adults. Three residency based clinics offers subspecialty care management in geriatrics, OB/GYN and diabetes. Groups classes and minor procedures are also provided. On-site retinal examinations are available daily. San Joaquin County Clinics also has a Family Practice Clinic in the City of Stockton. This expansion is an effort to provide accessible and comprehe...

Shriners Hospitals for Children is a one-of-a-kind international health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care, innovative research and outstanding teaching programs.Children up to the age of 18 years, with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate are eligible for admission and receive all care in a family centered environment at no charge-regardless of financial need.

St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 359 bed acute care facility providing diagnostic and treatment services as well as emergency and critical care services. Hospital programs and services include physical therapy and outpatient surgery among others. Prenatal education classes are available through the Learning Center (i.e. sibling adjustment, breastfeeding/newborn care, cesarean birth, child safety, infant CPR, etc.).

St. Joseph's Advice Nurse Call Center offers patients or anyone in San Joaquin County, confidential access to health information 24-hours a day. A caring and professional Registered Nurse is available to provide confidential guidance about your health concerns. By calling the Advice Nurse Call Center, you can select to hear information from more than 1,000 pre-recorded health-related topics, or choose to speak to a Registered Nurse for specific answers to health-related questions. The Register...

St. Joseph’s Medical Center CareVan offers a FREE health clinic for low income and uninsured individuals or families. Our mobile healthcare services will be available to handle most of your healthcare needs or questions. Diabetes and blood pressure checks are available at all of our clinics. For our clinic schedule and CareVan site information, please call us at (209) 461-3471 or check our website.

St. Joseph's Cancer Institute is the only Accredited Cancer Program in San Joaquin County. SJCI includes a dedicated inpatient oncology department and state of the art Radiation Therapy. In addition, St. Joseph’s provides cancer support groups and support for patients and families dealing with cancer. The Cancer Center library features books, videos and audio cassettes for anyone seeking information about cancer education, support and recovery. Books, videos and audio tapes are available for ch...

St. Joseph’s Regional Cancer Support Group assists individuals in developing coping mechanisms. The group helps people create and use strategies on living with cancer. Discussion topics vary and include family relationships, stress, anxiety and other clinical and supportive information. Please call (209) 467-6550 St Joseph's Cancer Resource Line for current informationBreast Cancer Support Group: first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph’s Cancer Center Conference Room. Spani...

The Healthier Living program was established and created by Stanford University. It is a chronic disease self management program consisting of a six-weeks. It is designed to teach people how to become better self managers of their chronic illness. This program is also beneficial to people without a chronic illness. Some of the topics covered include: making healthier choices, exercise, better sleep, action plans, decision making and problem solving. St. Joseph's also offers diabetes educatio...

St. Mary's Dining Room responds to poverty in San Joaquin County by feeding the hungry, caring for health issues and restoring human dignity to over 700 individuals each day.St. Mary's Dining Room provides breakfast and a hot lunch 7 days a week, 365 days a year. A sack meal is also provided in the late afternoon. Medical and dental care is available to uninsured men, women and children. The hygiene center provides homeless individuals and families with the opportunity to shower, care for the...

Stockton Pregnancy Control Medical Clinic provides elective abortions up to 14 weeks. The fees vary depending on length of pregnancy and if anesthesia is chosen. In addition, the RU-486 pill, the Plan B pill, sonograms and pregnancy tests are available. Now accepting new patients for Family Planning Services which include birth control and PAP smears.

Stockton Scottish Rite of Free Masonry provides community services in the form of college scholarships and interest-free college loans. Scottish Rite also sponsors a clinic for childhood language disorders where no fees are charged, although voluntary donations from parents are accepted. Scottish Rite also lends out medical equipment and accepts donations of medical equipment. For more information, please contact their office. The Medical Warehouse is open Wednesday and Friday from 1:00 p.m. t...

Sutter Tracy Community Hospital provides acute care to individuals with a variety of illnesses and medical emergencies on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Building Literacy Together provides:Health insurance and developmental screening for preschool childrenRaising a Reader family literacy programSummer kindergarten bridge programs which also include health insurance, developmental screening and bus transportationAbriendo Puertas (Opening Doors) programa para los padres que hablan espanol (program for Spanish-speaking parents)Parent workshops and family learning events on various school readiness topics...

Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) consists of three inpatient facilities located at Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Livermore plus seven outpatient clinics in San Jose, Fremont, Capitola, Monterey, Stockton, Modesto, and Sonora. These facilities provide some of the world's finest medical care and cutting-edge technology.VAPAHCS is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research. VAPAHCS ma...

Stockton Clinic offers a health care center for military veterans. The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) operates the nation's largest integrated health care system, with more than 1,700 hospitals, clinics, community living centers, domiciliaries, readjustment counseling centers, and other facilities. This clinic is part of VA Palo Alto Health Care System offering following services: general internal medicine, a mental health clinic, smoking cessation, social work service, sub...

The dental hygiene clinic on the campus of University of the Pacific in Stockton offers care provided by their dental hygiene students. These services include preventive care such as prophylaxis (cleanings), sealants and fluoride treatments, as well as X-rays, periodontal maintenance therapy and root planing (deep cleaning). Other services such as blood pressure screenings, oral cancer exams, tobacco cessation counseling, nutritional counseling and interim therapeutic restorations (temporary fil...

The Pacific Speech and Hearing Center offers speech therapy for adults with student clinicians in the University of the Pacific's Department of Speech-Language Pathology. Therapy services are provided for fluency, speech, swallowing, language and voice disorders, as well as cognitive rehabilitation following head trauma or stroke and aural rehabilitation for individuals with hearing impairment to help maximize communication effectiveness. The Department of Speech-Language Pathology also staffs ...

Scottish Rite Language Center offers quality speech-language pathology services to children and individuals of the community, utilizing best practices, current research, and individualized client-centered treatment planning. Funding for the clinic facility comes from members of the Scottish Rite organization. There is an approximate eight month to a year wait to be evaluated. After the evaluation, the child will be placed on the waiting list for therapy, if warranted. The clinicians at the ...

Free medical services to those eligible, limited to two visits per individual within a six month period.