Dear Friends of VIM,
As we approach the end of another challenging year, we want to thank the community and it's philanthropic members for helping Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) improve the health and wellness of our community, one patient at a time. Your support, no matter how large or small, will have a profound impact on the lives of others.
VIM is a nonprofit community organization providing FREE quality, compassionate medical, dental and behavioral health services to working low income families of Luzerne County, PA. On any day at the clinic, you can experience filled exam rooms, busy provider schedules, and bustling volunteers. Laughter, tears and many other emotions can be witnessed from patients and providers. VIM focuses, not only on providing HEALTH to our neighbors in dire need, but also HOPE and HEALING.
Minimal observance at VIM provides evidence that families in our county are struggling to make ends meet; working low income families are still falling between the cracks of the healthcare system. These families want to work but are choosing between food and shelter or health insurance. The Affordable Care Act is not universal healthcare, and after full implementation, there is still over 31 million Americans uninsured. The pandemic has caused increased turmoil in many underserved families.
Please don’t forget our working low income neighbors during this holiday season. Volunteers in Medicine, the only FREE full service, full time healthcare clinic, serving the uninsured in our region must remain strong and spirited so we can continue to meet this basic need for health, hope and healing.
Thank you kindly for your consideration and support.
Wishing you and your family a healthy and happy New Year!
Warmest Regard,
Kelly Ranieli
Kelly Ranieli
Executive Director
