The St. Luke Free Clinic is preparing for its two biggest fundraisers, as the non-profit organization finds itself busier than ever with a growing number of patients in need of its services.
Trigg County native, Tiffany Turner-Jenkins recently reported that the clinic patient load is experiencing a significant increase.
click to download audioTurner-Jenkins noted that the clinic experienced a small uptick in patients following the closure of the Caldwell County Free Clinic at the end of the year that was previously located in the basement of the Central Presbyterian Church in Princeton at the end of the year.
click to download audioShe explained the process to receive medical care at St. Luke Free Clinic.
click to download audioShe mentioned that to be treated at the free clinic, patients must either lack insurance or be employed or seeking employment. They also see underinsured patients.
click to download audioTurner-Jenkins clarified that St. Luke Free Clinic is a non-profit organization that relies solely on donations, fundraisers, and volunteers. She also revealed the upcoming crucial fundraisers for the clinic.
click to download audioThe second fundraiser is the Shop Small Raffle.
click to download audioTo volunteer at St. Luke Free Clinic, individuals can contact Tiffany Turner-Jenkins or visit the clinic at 408 West 17th Street in Hopkinsville to complete an application.
