Shawnee Health Service

Shawnee Health Service, officially known as Shawnee Health Service and Development Corporation, is a well-established non-profit organization serving Southern Illinois for over 50 years. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), their core mission is to improve the health and welfare of residents, particularly those who are uninsured, underinsured, or rely on Medicaid. They operate a comprehensive network of health centers and services, focusing on community-oriented and responsive care. Their services are extensive and include primary medical care (family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, OB/GYN), dental care, behavioral health (counseling, addiction treatment), pharmacy services, and various social services. These social services encompass adult protective services, enrollment assistance for insurance/Medicare/Medicaid, case management, and programs for older adults like the Shawnee Alliance for Seniors. Shawnee Health is committed to providing integrated primary medical and behavioral health care, with additional specialty services such as psychiatry and nutrition counseling. A key aspect of their identity is their dedication to health equity, providing services tailored to the specialized needs of vulnerable populations, including migrant farmworkers, teens, and the elderly. They emphasize outreach, case management, education, and advocacy to ensure access to care. Shawnee Health is also recognized for its commitment to quality, having been ranked among the top 20% of health centers nationally by the Health Resource Service Administration. They are an FTCA-deemed facility, receiving HHS funding, which further underscores their role as a vital community health resource. Their administrative office in Carterville, IL, supports their extensive network of clinics and programs.