The Alachua County Health Department offers the following Primary Care Medical Services:

• Health screening
• Immunizations
• Laboratory services
• Medical follow-up
• Physical examination
• Referral to specialists
• Some prescription medicines
• Treatment of sexually transmitted diseases
• Well and sick care
• X-ray referrals

Eligibility is based upon available resources. They accept new Primary Care patients regardless of income, insurance status, or Medicaid status. Fees are applied on a sliding scale. Call for more information.

The ACORN Clinic has low-cost quality dental care for those in need. This oral care is complete and affordable. Payment is on a sliding scale. A financial screening is needed if you are using self-pay. You have to make an appointment. They do not accept walk-ins. Please call 352.485.2772 or visit the website to learn more.

Services Include:

• Dental Exams & Xrays
• Pediatric Dentistry
• Preventative Care
• Restorative Care
• Complete & Partial Dentures
• Limited Endodontics

We provide primary care to adults without insurance. We also provide mental health services and counseling, basic gynecologic care (STD testing and cervical cancer screening), and basic dental care (extractions). Patients can come to our clinics with or without scheduling an appointment. Locations are different for different evenings of the week.

Physical Address on Monday evening:
Bus outside Tower Road Library
3020 S.W. 75th Street
Gainesville, FL 32608
begins at 5:30 PM

The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Medicaid is a program that helps qualified people pay for medical care. In Florida, the AHCA runs this program. You can call or visit their website to get more information.

To locate a facility or provider go here

Social Security Administration Medicaid website

Gainesville Community Ministry has a dental clinic. The prices are low. The prices are based on your income. Must show proof of income, SS Card and photo ID. Call or visit the website to learn more.

Helping Hands is a group of volunteer health professionals who provide free healthcare to those in need. Please call 352.519.5542 or go to the website to learn more.

Services Available on Monday and Thursday Nights:

The program offers assistance to people living with HIV. It is for those who are not covered under other programs. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Possible services include:

This agency has services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services include education and referrals. They also have dental services. Please see the website for more information.

The HONOR Center is a facility that provides homeless Veterans programs and shelter. Please call or visit the website for more information.