News
Plans for 30% increase in patient services
The Community Health Care Clinic is planning an expansion, to increase patient and patient services by 30% over the next couple of years.
Full article available at the Pantagraph website
Clinic host luncheon, seeks help to continue mission
A McLean County clinic that began as a "mom and pop storefront" in 1994 and grew to hae 13,264 patient visits in 2010 celebrated its past and present and asked for help to continue its mission at its first Commitment to Health Luncheon on Friday.
Full article available at the Pantagraph website
Community Health Care Clinic gets a makeover
Volunteers from Leadership McLean County and Carpenters Local 63 donated their efforts along with many local business to improve the worn appearance of the 30 year old building that is home to the Clinic.
Full article available at the Pantagraph website
Clinic's Translator interviewed on local radio station WJBC
Brianna Welch, Patient Care Associate and Translator at the Community Health Care Clinic, talks with Ingrid Ramirez about the services the clinic offers and how to become a patient.
Interview in Spanish, available at the WJBC website.
Community Health Care Clinic Names New Director
Angie McLaughlin, former director of community impact for the United Way of McLean County, has been named executive director of the CHCC. Board President Deb Cochran said of Angie, "she is an energetic McLean County native with knowlege of the area and experience working for non-profit agencies and writing grant applications. Angie replaces Shirley Drazewski, who is stepping down after leading the clinic for eight years.
Full article available at the Pantagraph website.
Alternative Christmas Market at Wesley United Methodist
December 5th Wesley United Methodist Church of Bloomington held their first annual Alternative Christmas Market. This event was open to the public and featured various non-profit agencies including the Community Health Care Clinic. Community members visited each agency's display and then bought "gifts" for their agencies of choice.
Brianna Welch of the Community Health Care Clinic and Matty Robinson, volunteer, pictured with the clinic's display
Clinic's Director stepping down, goals remain the same
Shirley Drazewski, the Community Health Care Clinic's Executive Director for the past eight years, announced she is stepping down at the end of the year. The clinic plans to stay open and continue to serve the 3,000 some patients. The clinic is on pace to reach 13,000 patient visits by the end of the year. Full article at the Pantagraph website.
Wade Barney Lodge #512 raises money for the Clinic
Wade Barney Lodge #512 presented a check to the clinic June 3rd for the funds raised at a community garage sale held in May.
Left to Right: Bernie Maharg, Marshall of Wade Barney; Mike Romganoli, CHCC Operations Manager; Bill E. Tanner, Worshipful Master of Wade Barney Lodge.
Shirley Drazewski is honored as a Woman of Distinction
On May 27, 2010, Shirley and 5 other outstanding women who serve McLean County were honored at the 21st Annual YWCA Women of Distinction Awards. Through her leadership, 2009 was an impressive year for the Clinic, expanding services to meet local needs during an economic downturn. She has also been instrumental in establishing the Illinois Free Clinic Assocation and is the representative for the Free Clinics of the Great Lakes Regional Association. Full article available at the YWCA website.
2009 Annual Report
The Community Health Care Clinic is pleased to share its 2009 annual report. 2009 was a year of significant accomplishment and distinctions. We invite you to read further on our gains and our continuing mission to provide quality care to the uninsured of McLean County. Full report available in pdf format: 2009 Annual Report.
Clinic Patient shares views on Health Care Reform
John Knell has utilized the Community Health Care Clinic's primary care services for the past several years as he has been unable to afford health care insurance. He values the relationship that exists between provider and patient and expresses his thoughts on how health care reform will impact it. Full article available online at the Pantagraph's website.
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin on Health Care Reform at the Clinic
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin held a press conference March 31st, 2010 at the Community Health Care Clinic to explain how the new bill will help people obtain health affordable coverage. Michael McRaith, Illinois Director of Insurance, joined Senator Durbin and talked on the rising cost of health insurance in Illinois
Full article available online at the Pantagraph's website
Community Health Care Clinic Board Member Becky O'Neal with Senator Durbin
Community Health Care Clinic Board Member Bill Wilson with Senator Durbin
Community Health Care Clinic Board Member Jason Clay with Senator Durbin
Annual Report of the Clinic Shows Increased Demand in 2009
After increases in applications and services in 2009, the Community Health Care Clinic continues to be busy as the demand for clinic services is expected to rise in 2010. Full article available online at the Pantagraph's website.
Clinic Director Comments on the Health Care Reform Bill
In response to the bill, many area doctors are unsure as to how the health care system will integrate the citizens not previously covered. Shirley Drazewski, executive director of the Community Health Care Clinic, is hopeful of the new legislation but concerned that some individuals might still be excluded. Full article available online at the Pantagraph's website.