news release

Treasure Coast Community Health (TCCH) is proud to celebrate National Health Center Week (NHCW) 2024, taking place August 4-10. The annual event highlights the essential role Community Health Centers play in improving public health and advancing health equity. Health centers represent the nation’s largest primary care network, serving 31.5 million patients nationwide.

Nearly 1,500 health centers are the health care home to:

· One in 5 uninsured people

· One in 3 people living in poverty

· One in 7 rural residents

· Nearly 9 million children

· 400,000 veterans

With a mission to make high-quality, affordable care available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status, health centers save lives on the front lines of our nation’s most pressing public health challenges. They are powered by a workforce of nearly 300,000 dedicated professionals who reach beyond the walls of the exam room to not only prevent illness but also address the social drivers that may cause it — climate change, homelessness, substance use disorders, food insecurity, and behavioral health.

“I believe all members of our community deserve access to excellent health care”, states Executive VP, Heather Miranda. “I’m so proud of the work our team does every day to provide care in so many different areas and break down the barriers individuals may face.

“I’m honored to be at TCCH – we have a heart, and we care for our community.”

About TCCH

TCCH brings together multiple services and specialties for a comprehensive team approach that is more convenient and cost effective for individuals and the community. Eight health centers offer behavioral and mental health, dental, medical, pharmacy, and vision services.

TCCH is a certified patient-centered medical and dental home, caring for pediatric to senior patients. TCCH offers a sliding fee discount based on household income and family size. For more information, visit tcchinc.org.