The Genesee Community Health Center (GCHC) provides primary care to anyone in need, regardless of in
The Genesee Community Health Center (GCHC) provides primary care to anyone in need, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
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May you find the strength to face the challenges of life, the wisdom to know when to adjust expectations, and the courage to ask for help when you’re struggling. Best wishes from all of us at GCHC for a magnificent New Year!
We will be closed Friday Dec 30th and Monday Jan 2nd for the holiday.
A new CDC study that looked at more than 80,000 U.S. adults hospitalized with flu from 2010 through 2018 found that sudden heart complications had occurred in one out of every eight patients.
Get a flu vaccine at Genesee Community Health Center to reduce the risk of flu complications including sudden onset of cardiac disease by calling 810-496-5777 today.
Find out more https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/protect-your-health.html
Simple habits for a happier new year:
• Take something off your to-do list
• Talk to a stranger
• Eat your greens
• Do some movement every day
• Do something silly
• Go to bed a little earlier
Forget the massive resolutions and try these easier options instead.
Start off the new year on the path to sobriety with an online support system. You hold the power to change your story.
If you are interested in services here at Genesee Community Health Center and joining the online recovery meetings, contact us at 810-496-5777.
GHS and GCHC staff hosted Christmas at Midway for Midway Square families. The event included family night game Christmas bags, food giveaway, free gourmet hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa! The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) was also in attendance. GCHC would like to thank McLaren Health Plan and United Healthcare Community Plan for their support of this event.
This week's COVID Vax Schedule:
Now we have targeted protection against Omicron.
Genesee Community Health Center is providing FREE Vaccinations for ages 12 and up and now offering Pfizer/Moderna bivalent booster vaccines. Get your updated COVID vaccine today and protect yourself and those you love.
No insurance card necessary. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments strongly recommended. If transportation is an issue, GCHC can set up Rides to Wellness at no cost.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment or if transportation is needed.
• Tuesday 12/27: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Wednesday 12/28: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Thursday 12/29: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 2 months since your last Covid-19 vaccine, regardless if it was a primary dose or booster.
Merry Christmas from our family to yours! GCHC will be closed Friday 23rd and Monday 26th for Christmas. We wish you health, happiness, and the opportunity to celebrate safely throughout the holiday season.
During this holiday, we’re reminded that it's supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” For some that may be true, for others not so much. If you're struggling emotionally, reach out for help. Genesee Health System's Virtual Behavioral Health Urgent Care is open 24/7, including holidays. Call 810-496-5500. They are ready to talk or video chat with you.
Or contact the 24hr Crisis TextLine by texting FLINT to 741741 to be connected with a live trained crisis counselor.
The best way to prevent flu is to get vaccinated, but healthy habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like flu.
Make Genesee Community Health Center your medical home and call 810-496-5777 to schedule your flu shot today.
Learn more about how healthy habits help prevent flu: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/spread.htm
Like any journey in life, the road to recovery is not always easy. There will be challenging days and days when you have lots of motivation. Be patient with yourself and keep going. We're here for you.
If you are interested in services here at Genesee Community Health Center and joining the online recovery meetings, contact us at 810-496-5777.
GCHC offers telehealth visits when needed.
For those who may be new to the Telehealth process for doctor 'visits', this flyer explains how it works.
If you'd like to watch a video on how to use Zoom, which is an option for Telehealth appointments but not required, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9isp3qPeQ0E
If you're decking the halls with your favorite plants, make sure you know which ones are dangerous to your pets. 👇🏽
50 or older? The numbers are staggering. COVID vaccines lower the risk of death, so get your updated COVID vaccine now.
Genesee Community Health Center is providing FREE Vaccinations for ages 12 and up and now offering Pfizer/Moderna bivalent booster vaccines.
No insurance card necessary. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments strongly recommended. If transportation is an issue, GCHC can set up Rides to Wellness at no cost.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment or if transportation is needed.
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 2 months since your last Covid-19 vaccine, regardless if it was a primary dose or booster.
https://youtu.be/Ne4CfAglWmQ
50 or older? The numbers are staggering. COVID vaccines lower the risk of death, so get your updated COVID vaccine now. Find updated COVID vaccines at https:...
Genesee Community Health Center is centered around you and your family’s health. Our two locations, Mason Street in Flint and Center Road in Burton, offer a full range of services for all ages. Physical health, mental health, substance use treatment, and telehealth options.
We want to be your medical home! Call us today at 810-496-5777. Appointments are recommended, but not required.
GCHC is now offering flu vaccines. Make us your medical home and call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment.
Family time is a great moment to have an open and honest conversation 💬 with your kids about the dangers of underage drinking and other drug use.
As you spend quality time together this holiday 🎉 season, use these 5️⃣ goals from to guide your discussion. https://fal.cn/3uqIw
Like any journey in life, the road to recovery is not always easy. There will be challenging days and days when you have positive momentum. You are not alone. We can help.
If you are interested in services here at Genesee Community Health Center and joining the online recovery meetings, contact us at 810-496-5777.
Want instant access to your health information as a patient of Genesee Community Health Center? Sign up today for the many conveniences of our Patient Portal!
www.genchc.org/PatientPortal
This week's COVID Vax Schedule:
Now we have targeted protection against Omicron.
Genesee Community Health Center is providing FREE Vaccinations for ages 12 and up and now offering Pfizer/Moderna bivalent booster vaccines. Get your updated COVID vaccine today and protect yourself and those you love.
No insurance card necessary. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments strongly recommended. If transportation is an issue, GCHC can set up Rides to Wellness at no cost.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment or if transportation is needed.
• Tuesday 12/13: 12:30–3:30pm
• Wednesday 12/14: 8:30am–11:30am
• Thursday 12/15: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Friday 12/16: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 2 months since your last Covid-19 vaccine, regardless if it was a primary dose or booster.
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Holiday baking can lead to kitchen dangers, keep those pot handles turned in.
Did you know? GCHC has a Burton location on Center Road across from Meijer offering a full range of services for all ages. Physical health, mental health, substance use treatment, and telehealth options.
We want to be your medical home! Call us today at 810-496-5777. Appointments are recommended, but not required.
Most people who get sick with flu will have mild illness, however, flu can make chronic health problems worse. Flu vaccine is the best protection from flu and its potentially serious complications.
GCHC is now offering flu vaccines. Make us your medical home and call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment.
Find out what groups of people are at high risk for complications: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/highrisk/index.htm
OK2SAY is a student safety program designed to knock down barriers, so students can get help before a situation turns into a tragedy. If you are concerned about a classmate or peer’s safety, file a confidential tip.
Your chance to find your best Medicare plan is going, going, almost gone! ends TODAY Dec. 7. Don’t wait to find out if you can save $$ on prescription drug costs, or what extra benefits are available with a Medicare Advantage Plan. https://medicare.gov/plan-compare
Recovery works when you are willing to do the work and commit yourself to the recovery process. We can show you how.
If you are interested in services here at Genesee Community Health Center and joining the online recovery meetings, contact us at 810-496-5777.
Did you know? Hand sanitizers are not as effective when hands are visibly dirty or greasy. If you can see dirt or grease on your hands, ALWAYS wash them with soap and water.
https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html
Virtual Narcan Training is next Tuesday, December 13th, at 1pm. You could save a life by learning the signs of a possible overdose in progress and by carrying a Narcan Kit.
Open to all. Register today www.genhs.org/NarcanTraining.
This week's COVID Vax Schedule:
Now we have targeted protection against Omicron.
Genesee Community Health Center is providing FREE Vaccinations for ages 12 and up and now offering Pfizer/Moderna bivalent booster vaccines. Get your updated COVID vaccine today and protect yourself and those you love.
No insurance card necessary. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments strongly recommended. If transportation is an issue, GCHC can set up Rides to Wellness at no cost.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment or if transportation is needed.
• Tuesday 12/6: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Wednesday 12/7: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Thursday 12/8: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
• Friday 12/9: 8:30am–3:30pm, closed at noon for 30min lunch
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 2 months since your last Covid-19 vaccine, regardless if it was a primary dose or booster.
Now we have targeted protection against Omicron. Get your updated COVID vaccine today and protect yourself and those you love.
Genesee Community Health Center is providing FREE Vaccinations for ages 12 and up and now offering Pfizer/Moderna bivalent booster vaccines.
No insurance card necessary. Walk-ins accepted. Appointments strongly recommended. If transportation is an issue, GCHC can set up Rides to Wellness at no cost.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment or if transportation is needed.
PLEASE NOTE
Must be at least 2 months since your last Covid-19 vaccine, regardless if it was a primary dose or booster.
Now we have targeted protection against Omicron. My COVID protection’s on point! Being my best is feeling my best. Get your updated COVID vaccine today and p...
Little acts of kindness make a big difference. Help create a happier world this December by using these daily reminders by Action for Happiness. 💕🌎🎄
www.actionforhappiness.org/december
The Genesee Community Health Center offers NARCAN kits to help reverse drug overdoses. We also offer general health care, dental services, mental health and substance use counseling, creating a medical home for you and your loved ones.
Call 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment at one of our two locations – Mason Street in Flint or Center Road in Burton.
GCHC offers primary care, substance use treatment, mental health support and also offers training and Narcan kits. We offer complete and holistic health care.
𝗙𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮
Flu vaccine is the best way to protect your child and family from potentially serious complications from flu. A new CDC study finds that among children ages 6 months through 17 years, flu vaccination reduced risk of being hospitalized for flu by 41% and risk of having a flu-related emergency department visit by half during the 2018-19 flu season. Call GCHC at 810-496-5777 to schedule an appointment for your child’s flu vaccine today.
Find out more www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccine-benefits.htm
Enroll by December 7th.
ALERT: Have you been going without health coverage because you don't think you can afford it, or that you don't qualify for it?
We are one week away from the end of Medicare open enrollment! Enroll by December 7th.
Call us at 810-232-7740.
WE MAKE HEALTH CARE COVERAGE EASY!
Like any journey in life, the road to recovery is not always easy. There will be challenging days and days when you have lots of motivation. Be patient with yourself and keep going. We're here for you.
If you are interested in services here at Genesee Community Health Center and joining the online recovery meetings, contact us at 810-496-5777.
There’s never been a better time to start a fitness habit! 🏃 Exercise can lower 🔽 blood sugar and blood pressure, boost 🔼 energy and help you sleep 😴 better. Try these tips to get started 👇
GCHC offers telehealth visits when needed.
For those who may be new to the Telehealth process for doctor 'visits', this flyer explains how it works.
If you'd like to watch a video on how to use Zoom, which is an option for Telehealth appointments but not required, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9isp3qPeQ0E
The updated bivalent COVID-19 booster provides protection against the original strain, as well as the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 variants. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3u3wsHF
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Flint, MI
48503
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
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