AxessPointe Community Health Centers/Arlington

AxessPointe Community Health Centers/Arlington is a specific location of AxessPointe Community Health Centers, a well-established Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving communities in Northeast Ohio (Summit, Portage, and Trumbull counties) since 1995. Their core mission is to provide high-quality, affordable, and compassionate healthcare services, acting as a "health home" for every patient, every time, in all communities. They are particularly committed to serving underserved and uninsured populations, offering a sliding-fee scale based on income and household size to ensure affordability. The Arlington location, situated at 1400 S Arlington St # 38, Akron, OH 44306, is a key part of AxessPointe's network of seven convenient locations. AxessPointe offers a comprehensive suite of integrated healthcare services, aiming to meet diverse patient needs under one roof. These services include: Medical Care: Adult, pediatric, and geriatric care, regular check-ups, screenings, STD testing and treatment, chronic disease management, and immunizations. They also offer telehealth services for most visit types. Dental Care: Affordable dental services including cleanings, extractions, fillings, fluoride treatments, and in some locations, advanced dental services like crowns, mouthguards, and dentures. Behavioral Health: Mental health counseling, support for substance use disorders, and an integrated behavioral health program where patients can see a counselor during a medical visit. Optometry: Yearly eye check-ups for adults and children, including preventative eye exams for diabetic patients. Pharmacy Services: On-site pharmacies at many locations, including Arlington, which allow pharmacists to work directly with doctors to ensure appropriate, cost-effective, and safe medications. They also utilize the 340B program for discounted prescriptions for eligible patients and offer specialty pharmacy services. Support Services: Beyond direct medical care, AxessPointe provides vital support services such as insurance enrollment assistance (Medicaid and Medicare), personal hygiene closets, food pantries (at Arlington and Barberton locations), and connections to other community resources like transportation assistance, housing support, and utility assistance through their Community Health Workers. Community Outreach: They engage in community outreach initiatives through health fairs, local events, and partnerships, including a mobile unit that brings dental and medical services directly to communities. AxessPointe Community Health Centers recently merged with Family & Community Services, Inc. in January 2024, forming a dynamic partnership to enhance access to comprehensive healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and social services. This merger aims to create a person-centered approach to health and well-being, addressing both medical and social determinants of health. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with a dedicated board of directors comprised of community members, patients, and healthcare professionals, all working towards improving healthcare access and reducing health disparities.