COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing |
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CHDC is offering the first, second, and third doses of the COVID vaccine. For specific vaccination information, visit the COVID information center on our website at: https://ch-dc.org/coronavirus-covid-19/. To schedule a vaccination, please email covidreg@ch-dc.org or call 484-941-9991.
COVID testing is also available at our health center. To schedule a COVID test, call our health center at 610-326-9460.
Thank you,
CHDC Staff
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Linda Gambone, Case Manager at Community Health & Dental Care Receives 2021 APEX – Coverage Champion Award at PACHC Annual Conference
Community Health & Dental Care, Inc. (CHDC) congratulates Case Manager, Linda Gambone for receiving the 2021 APEX – Coverage Champion Award at the 2021 APEX Awards Luncheon held during the Annual Pennsylvania Association for Community Health Centers (PACHC) Conference event held October 12 – 14th at the Lancaster Marriott in Lancaster, PA.
The Coverage Champion Award is presented to an individual or health center team who has captured the true essence of Outreach & Enrollment, developed successful strategies to promote enrollment, displays passion and commitment to achieve successful enrollment, and is a champion for health care access as a right for all rather than a privilege for a few.
“CHDC is proud and honored to have this individual work by our side each and every day for the past 13 years.” says Bridgette McGivern, CEO of Community Health & Dental Care. She goes on to say “The strongest attribute Linda offers to each patient is truly listening to the patient. Linda was born with the natural spirit of devoting her life to helping people receive health coverage and many other life-saving benefits to improve people's daily basic needs. Wherever she is in the community- Linda always has her Inreach, Outreach and Enrollment hat on because she has devoted her life to helping people gain a better life by getting them the benefits they deserve.”
Congratulations, Linda!
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Bob Miller, RDH, PHDHP, of Community Health & Dental Care Presented on Dental Triage at PACHC Annual Conference
CHDC's very own Bob Miller informed and educated fellow PA Health Center staff members on the importance of integrating Dental Triage into their practice. Bob walked attendees through the history of triage, how triage keeps patients out of emergency rooms, and explained the flow of a dental triage visit.
Participants got to learn how this role benefits patients, the dental team, and the community as a whole.
Bob walked through the key responsibilities for a triage PHDHP, including: performing all preliminary workups, evaluations, documentation, subsequent fielding of patient questions, referrals, and prescriptions.
Bob, we are so proud of your work and contributions to CHDC. Your patients, fellow staff members, and community Thank You!
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Virtual Town Hall Event
Don't Put Your Health On Hold:
The Value of Preventive Care
Wednesday, November 3rd
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Virtual Event - Click Here to Register
Don’t put you and your family’s long-term health on hold. Join our panel of local experts for a virtual town hall discussion on empowering community members in the greater Pottstown area to take charge of their healthcare.
Join us to learn more about:
- Navigating appointments safely
- Necessary preventive screenings for each age
- Where to receive care and vaccinations
- Receiving healthcare without insurance or a primary care physician
In addition to providing residents with information, the panel will share strategies and tools for promoting annual well exams and preventive screenings.
This event is free and open to the community! Join the conversation by clicking the button below to register and receive your Zoom link.
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TriCounty Health Council: Picnic in the Park
On September 21st, the Tri County Health Council Substance Abuse Workgroup, comprised of staff members from Community Health and Dental Care, Pottstown Hospital, and Creative Health Services, hosted a "Picnic in the Park" Lunch and Learn. Special guest, Andre Reid, B.S. President of Philadelphia NAMA, spoke to the group. Andre and his outstanding work were recently featured on the cover of the Philadelphia Metro.
Approximately 30 community members and staff attended . All in attendance enjoyed the discourse surrounding Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), lived experience and reasons for hope. The atmosphere was lively with a question and answer session at the end, positives interactions throughout the event and a delicious pre-wrapped lunch.
Tri County Health Council Substance Abuse Workgroup would like to thank all who attended and great support of this amazing community.
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CHDC Mobile COVID Testing and Vaccinations
Our Mobile COVID Testing and Vaccination shuttle is out in the community this fall! Find us during the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Pottstown YMCA, Boyertown YMCA, and Spring City Public Library! We will be administering vaccines to individuals 12 years and older.
No appointment needed! Please bring your insurance card if you are planning to receive the vaccine. If you are getting your second or third dose of the vaccine, you will need to have your COVID vaccination record card with you.
For the most up-to-date coronavirus information at CHDC, visit the COVID-19 information hub on our website at:
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Health Awareness Events in October
Throughout the month of October, we are highlighting:
- National Dental Hygiene Month
- National Physical Therapy Month
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- National Depression Awareness Month
These awareness months encourage us to take the time to learn more about various health causes. Click the links to learn more and spread the word!
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CHDC Expands Dispensary Services with Pottstown Pharmacy Partnership
Community Health & Dental Care, Inc. and Pottstown Pharmacy have entered into a relationship to expand pharmacy services and medication discounts to patients in the Pottstown and surrounding communities.
CHDC patients can conveniently get their prescriptions filled either at the CHDC dispensary at the Coventry Mall, 351 W. Schuylkill Road, Pottstown 19465 or at Pottstown Pharmacy, 1501 East High Street, Pottstown 19464.
Pottstown Pharmacy also offers FREE DELIVERY service within our service area. Eligible patients who need access to medication at an affordable price- especially higher costs meds – can receive medication discounts. Eligible patients must be an established medical patient of CHDC and complete the required application to determine healthcare discount to be applied. Eligible patients applying for CHDC’s healthcare discount program may receive medications for as low as $5.00 a prescription. Referrals welcome.
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Community Health & Dental Care Services |
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At CHDC, we believe everyone has the right to access quality healthcare. With three locations in Pottstown and our expansion into Barto, we offer a wide range of medical and dental services to take care of you and your family regardless of your insurance status.
Free Transportation and healthcare discounts are also available.
As a patient-centered healthcare center, our clients get a team of healthcare specialists, dedicated to you and your family. We address every area of your health at any one of our locations:
- 351 W. Schuylkill Road, Pottstown (in the Coventry Mall, next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
- 800 Heritage Drive, Pottstown
- 700 Heritage Drive, Pottstown
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1315 Route 100 North, Barto - To see pictures of our newly renovated location, click here.
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COVID-19 Health & Safety Precautions |
At Community Health and Dental Care, we are committed to a safe and clean environment as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Locations have been triple-cleaned, all staff are wearing masks, and seating in lobby and waiting rooms are socially distant.
We want to send a special thank you to Transcend Facility Management Company, LLC for all they do to ensure our CHDC facilities are clean and safe. Check out this cool video featuring our main office at the Coventry Mall.
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Octodent equipment have been installed in our dental facilities, and patients are being scheduled to allow for appropriate levels of social distancing in our facility. COVID-19 pre-screening includes temperature checks of all patients upon arrival for their scheduled appointment. All patients and staff are required to wear masks.
If you are an existing patient or looking for a new medical home, we invite you to schedule your next appointment by calling 610-326-9460.
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We've added a new stop in Birdsboro!
Community Health & Dental Care continually strives to provide the highest quality care for our patients.
At times, patients are unable to keep their
scheduled appointments due to unforeseen
transportation barriers.
Patients can schedule free shuttle service to and from any of our health center locations.
To view a full list of shuttle stops and program requirements, please CLICK HERE.
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Welcome to the CHDC Family! |
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Please join us in welcoming our newest medical providers and staff who have recently joined our CHDC family over the last month! |
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Noryba Ritman
Community Based Care Manager
Elizabeth DeCicco
Pediatric Patient Case Manager
Jody Conrad
Quality Service Representative
Mary Camilli
Health Information Specialist
Jada Steward
Patient Services Representative
Takia Paschall
Community Based Care Manager
Jordan Delgadillo
Physician
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Do you want to become a part of our growing CHDC team? We are hiring for various positions within our health center, including:
- Social Media & Marketing Specialist
- Compliance Assistant
- Medical Assistant
- Dental Assistant
- Patient Service Representative
- and More!
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I have never had the most positive experience with a doctors office. Anne, a patient service rep has been so responsive helping me to get paperwork situated. The doctors are all on top of responding back as soon as possible. No matter how many times I have called asking for something they were kind. Anne is an amazing person and I honestly can say the she is the most caring person I have met. She was able to help me with things I didnt even know I needed help with! When I was first looking for a doctor I was a little uncertain about going to the Coventry mall for a doctor but I am so glad I made this decision!!
-Patient A.T.
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