VANCOUVER, Wash., July 17, 2018 - The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington has been awarded $5,000 from Legacy Health to support the clinic’s immunization program for children and adults.

In 2017, the Free Clinic’s immunization program served more than 870 uninsured children and adults in Southwest Washington.  The program helps save patients’ lives and protects others in schools and businesses by limiting the spread of infectious diseases.

“We greatly appreciate the support from Legacy Health,” says Barbe West, executive director of the Free Clinic. “Through the immunization program, our volunteers provide essential care to improve health and enhance the quality of life for our patients.”

About the Free Clinic:

The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington provides free, compassionate, quality health care to children and adults who are otherwise unable to obtain such services. The Free Clinic offers medical, dental, vision and specialty care services from 500 volunteer professionals. The Free Clinic is funded by the local community, and all donations stay in Southwest Washington. For more information about the Free Clinic of Southwest Washington, visit our website: freeclinics.org.