Family Health Services of Darke County, Inc.

Family Health Services of Darke County, Inc. is a well-established and essential healthcare provider in Darke County, Ohio. Founded in 1964 with a focus on providing primary care to migrant workers, it was formally incorporated in 1980 and has since grown into a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Their core mission is to "Build Healthy Lives Together" by delivering quality, affordable healthcare to all residents, regardless of their financial situation. The organization offers a broad spectrum of services designed to address the holistic health needs of the community. These include family medicine, pediatrics, women's care, internal medicine, dental services, eye care, behavioral health services, and a pharmacy. They also provide home health services through their subsidiary, Comprehensive Health Network (CHN), and participate in programs like the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, offering nutrition and breastfeeding education. A key aspect of their patient care philosophy is patient-centered excellence, emphasizing a team-based approach to care that involves patients and caregivers in decision-making. They prioritize quality care, proactive patient outreach, and preventative services to improve health outcomes. Family Health Services of Darke County is committed to accessibility, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and most commercial insurances, and offering a sliding fee scale for uninsured or underinsured patients. They strive to remove financial and transportation barriers, ensuring that everyone can access the care they need. Their core values include compassion, respect, integrity, diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create a welcoming and supportive environment for both patients and staff. The organization is a non-profit 501(c)(3) entity, relying on community support and various funds (Healthcare Fund, Community Needs Fund, Path to Recovery Fund, Mental Health Counseling Fund, Scholarship Fund, Home Care Fund) to sustain their services and expand their reach.