🏥 Free & Low-Cost Healthcare & Insurance Resources
1. Light of the World Clinic (Broward County, FL)
Overview: A nonprofit faith-based clinic serving uninsured, low-income individuals and families in Broward County.
Services: Free medical care including general exams, labs, diagnostics, women's health, and specialist referrals.
Eligibility: Must be uninsured and meet income requirements.
Website: www.lightoftheworldclinic.com
2. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) – National & Local
Overview: Community-based clinics funded by the federal government to provide healthcare regardless of ability to pay.
Services: Primary care, dental, behavioral health, and sliding-scale fees.
Local Example: Broward Community & Family Health Centers – www.bcfhc.org
Search tool: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov
3. Florida Department of Health – County Health Departments
Overview: Offers low-cost or free care including immunizations, STD testing, family planning, and general wellness services.
Services: Varies by county—includes walk-in clinics and referrals.
Broward County Site: broward.floridahealth.gov
4. Healthcare.gov (Affordable Care Act Marketplace – National)
Overview: Central portal for applying for low-cost or free health insurance through the ACA.
Services: Helps users compare health plans, apply for subsidies, and enroll in Medicaid or CHIP if eligible.
Website: www.healthcare.gov
5. Covering Florida
Overview: A statewide nonprofit that provides free, unbiased help with applying for health insurance through the Marketplace or Medicaid.
Services: One-on-one navigation for health insurance enrollment.
Website: www.coveringflorida.org
6. Mission United – United Way of Broward County
Overview: A program supporting veterans and their families with access to healthcare, housing, and employment.
Services: Case management and help accessing VA benefits or free civilian healthcare providers.
7. NeedyMeds (National)
Overview: A nonprofit providing information on free/low-cost clinics, prescription discounts, and patient assistance programs.
Services: Medication cost help, clinic locator, and insurance resources.
Website: www.needymeds.org