Healthcare ServicesHealthy Start is a program that screens pregnant women and newborn babies. They identify risk factors for low birth weight and infant mortality. Healthy Start is free for everyone. A team of nurses, social workers, and peer counselors assist families in finding out their needs. Classes are in English and Spanish. No appointment is needed. Please call 941.861.2905 or visit their website to learn more.
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PCHD provides a full-service prenatal care clinic for women.
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Medical histories
Physicals and genetic counseling
Dental care
WIC
OB/GYN Specialist, nurse practitioners and registered nurses available
The Healthy Start Program is a home visiting program. They help mothers through pregnancy and after the baby is born. It is free to pregnant women and infants. Healthy Start helps families with children up to age 3 who are at-risk or need help with their development. They focus on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Please call 877.678.WELL or go to the website to learn more.
This Program uses service planning and community involvement. Healthy Start provides moms, newborns and families with the tools needed to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy birth. Those who wish to sign up can get a referral from their doctor. They can also call 813.307.8016. Services are free.
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This program is for pregnant women and new mothers. All services are free. It is for any pregnant woman or baby from birth to age 3. The goal is to ensure a healthy birth for each baby and early health screenings for both mother and baby. Community agencies may refer clients. Women may also apply by themselves. Please see the website for more information.
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Chipola Healthy Start Coalition, Inc. provides a wide range of services to mothers, and their children. You may qualify for services no matter what you income level is.
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This group gives care and home visits to pregnant women and young children. Babies get checks on their growth. Moms get advice and support on parenting, breastfeeding, and nutrition. They also get information about pregnancy, childbirth, and baby care. The program helps connect families to local services. Please call or visit website to learn more information.
Heart of Florida Health Center provides healthcare to all in Marion County. They offer a range of preventative and primary services. Help with medications is also available. The minimum charge for a visit is between $15 and $50. All charges for services are discounted on a sliding fee scale. This is based on your household income based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
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This group runs Helen’s House. It is a safe haven for women and children. The faith-based program helps women and children who are experiencing homelessness. They might be fleeing domestic violence or struggling with substance abuse. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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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.
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