Health Clinic
Mission
Our mission is to welcome, in the spirit of Christ, all people of Ottawa and Allegan Counties who do not have medical insurance and lack adequate resources. Using primarily volunteer staff, we provide free health care services, mental health services, health education, advocacy, and referrals.
Clinics
Tuesday Evening General Clinic 5-8 PM
Wednesday Morning Continued Care Clinic 09:30 AM- 12:30PM
Thursday Morning Clinic 10 AM-12:30 PM
Thursday Women’s Clinic (every third Thursday of the month) 5 PM-8 PM
Call 616-748-6009 to make an appointment
Fax number 616-748-6010
City on a Hill Health Clinic provides free medical care for illnesses and minor injuries, and free mental health care for uninsured or underinsured people. Qualified, volunteer medical and mental health staff administer care. Patients must call ahead for an appointment.
PLEASE NOTE: Although COAHHC is a faith-based clinic, the clinic has a nondiscrimination policy in place. This assures our clients experience care that is free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, disability/physical limitation, use of adaptive devices, family status, education, association, income source, height, weight, ancestry or political orientation. All are welcome at COAHHC.
Mental Health Counseling
Mental health counseling is available for uninsured adults. Appointments available Monday through Wednesday. There may be a waiting list. Call 616-748-6009 to request an appointment.
City on a Hill Health Clinic Earns NAFC Gold for Fourth Year
City on a Hill Health Clinic earned a 2023 Gold Rating from the National
Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards
Program. This is the fourth year in a row that the clinic has earned this designation.
The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinic’s mission is to ensure
the medically underserved have access to affordable healthcare. The NAFC
and its members are dedicated to ensuring that patients receive quality
healthcare. To quantify and qualify the care provided at the Free and
Charitable Clinic network, the NAFC formalized a set of Quality Standards
for member organizations.
NAFC Members voluntarily submit information to the NAFC on the various
policies and procedures in place to attain their standards rating and
attest/pledge that they successfully incorporate these standards within
their organization.
NAFC Quality Standards elements include policies and procedures related
to the following areas: Administrative, Clinic/Pharmacy Responsibilities,
Credentialing and Privileging Systems, Patient Care, and Risk Management
Systems.
We are excited to have received this top rating highlighting our
commitment to providing quality care for our patients. For more
information on the NAFC, please visit www.nafcclinics.org.
Continued Care Clinic
The Continued Care Clinic is available to individuals requiring follow-up care from a Tuesday evening appointment. Appointments for this clinic are scheduled during your previous appointment.
Women's Health Clinic
The Women’s Health Clinic serves uninsured and underinsured women on the third Thursday of the month. We offer pelvic exams, clinical breast exams and general wellness exams with referrals available for screening mammograms.
Diabetes Education
Our Diabetes Education sessions include one-on-one or group classes available to all members of the public who have diabetes or prediabetes. Learn how to manage diabetes, feel better, and decrease the risk of dangerous complications.
Community Health Worker
Our Community Health Worker Program provides assistance with health insurance and Medicaid enrollment, connects individuals and families with community resources, health care providers, local churches, job assistance programs, utility assistance programs, and help with needs such as housing, food and clothing. We also offer basic health instruction on chronic diseases, physical activity and nutrition.
Clinic News
City on a Hill Health Clinic Welcomes New Mental Health Therapist to the Team.
Daniel Bechtel-Unekis joined the therapy staff in May of 2023. We are so happy he chose the clinic to begin his career. Daniel Bechtel-Unekis was born and raised in Iowa. He received his B.A. in Spanish at Northwestern College before moving to Western Michigan to...
Free Health Clinic’s Christine Plummer awarded Champion!
Zeeland's Christine Plummer RN, MSN Receives National Recognition for Contributions to Ottawa County COVID 19 Vaccination Efforts The Association of Immunization Managers (AIM) Recognizes Plummer with the Immunization Champion Award Christine Plummer RN, MSN tending...
Meet Our New Clinic Staff!
Join us in welcoming our newest members of the clinic team: Andrea DeWeerdt NP, Dan Bierma LMSW, Kailey Mattarella LLMSW and Rachel Ysasi CHW. Andrea has been a volunteer at the clinic for many years and has recently accepted the position of advanced practice provider...
Request an Appointment
Request an appointment at our health clinic using the form below or by calling us at 616.748.6009.
Eligibility requirements: Uninsured, underinsured (high deductible) and resident of Ottawa or Allegan Counties. See Health Clinic Frequently Asked Questions post or call for more information.
To protect your privacy and comply with HIPAA regulations, we ask that you refrain from including personal or medical details in your message. Thank you for your understanding!
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering with our Health Clinic is an opportunity for qualified healthcare providers, mental health specialists, and social workers to give back to the community, save lives and make a meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of those in need. We also know that healthcare professionals can have a very demanding schedule; we’ll work with you to find a commitment level that works.
Health Care Providers
The Clinic is looking for licensed MDs, RNs/LPNs, MAs, CNAs, EMTs, chiropractors, mental health specialists, social workers and physical therapists who can volunteer their time to provide care during evening or morning clinics.
interpreters
The Clinic is looking for volunteer interpreters (primarily Spanish) to assist with patients during various clinics (Tuesday evenings and Thursday mornings).
housekeeping
The Clinic is looking for volunteer housekeepers to clean the clinic twice a month. We will work with your schedule. All cleaning supplies provided.
receptionists
The Clinic is looking for volunteer receptionists to greet and check in patients on Tuesday evenings. No prior medical or clerical experience needed.
Contact the Health Clinic
Have a question or are interested in volunteering?
Contact Christine Plummer, RN MSN – Health Clinic Director
PHONE: 616.748.6009
To protect your privacy and comply with HIPAA regulations, we ask that you refrain from including personal or medical details in your message. Thank you for your understanding!
