Saint Joseph Health Center - 2004 Winner

Saint Joseph Health Center was honored as the 2004 recipient of the Leighton Award for Nonprofit Excellence for its remarkable commitment to the working poor. The clinic's founder Sister Maura Brannick, clinical director Carla Bice, the staff, and many volunteers (including physicians and dentists) have created an oasis for people who often have nowhere else to turn.

From humble beginnings 15 years ago providing medical screenings to low-income uninsured people the center is now a 10,000 square foot, full-service, multicultural organization. Remarkably 65 volunteer physicians and 11 volunteer dentists provide healthcare and dental care to the Clinic's low-income, uninsured clients. Pharmaceuticals, literacy services, support groups, an exercise room and a food bank are among the many services provided over the years to meet the full range of their clients' healthcare needs.