Health Hubs - Novato

Overview Founded in 1972, Marin Community Clinics (MCC) is a full service community health center, offering a wide array of services, including primary medical care, dentistry, behavioral health, and several specialty services. With almost 40,000 patients of all ages, the Clinics provides high-quality health care services to 1 in 5 Marin residents. Our mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all. MCC, a patient centered medical home, is recognized at the highest level by the National Committee on Quality Assurance, serving low-income and underinsured individuals. As a leading Federally Qualified Health Center nationwide, the Clinics is committed to providing equal access to high quality, culturally sensitive, integrated healthcare services. Marin Community Clinics does not stop with basic health care; we have a full range of support services. Our staff are trained in trauma informed care and annually receive trainings on a broad range of topics, including workplace diversity, patient privacy, ergonomics, and best practices for health care delivery. Our clinics utilize Care Navigators to assist patients in finding and connecting to supportive community resources. Our Certified Enrollment Counselors prioritize checking eligibility criteria when patients are uninsured and assist them with enrollment. Our Complex Care team assist patients with complex needs to navigate systems of care. Health Hubs – Volunteer Opportunities Marin Community Clinics Health Hubs work to connect and engage more than 1000 people every week. Health Hubs provides access to healthy food and community resources that support the health and well-being of the community, regardless of race, age, income or place of residence. Health Hubs is an outdoor, community based, multicultural, and multilingual program. Marin Community Clinics is seeking volunteers at our Health Hub food pantries. Most of our patients are low income families with socioeconomic and social stress. It is our priority to provide a safe, friendly, and culturally sensitive environment. Volunteer Shifts Wednesday at Marin Community Clinic (3110 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael) 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Thursdays at Marin Community Clinic (6100 Redwood Blvd, Novato) 11:30 am - 3:30 pm Please note Health Hub takes place outdoors, most often on the sidewalk or in a parking lot. Volunteer Service Volunteer service includes, but is not limited to, unloading and sorting food supplies, packaging and organizing food bags, distributing and recording food to the community, monitoring pedestrian and vehicle traffic, as well as site set up and clean up. What To Bring Wear closed toe shoes We will be outside; wear comfortable clothing (layers, a hat, and sunscreen due to ever-changing weather conditions) Be aware there will not be a place to store personal belongings; please do not bring valuables Please bring a secure lidded water bottle and a snack Volunteers must wear gloves at all times (provided by the Health Hub program at MCC) If you do not feel well, refrain from attending your volunteer shift Volunteers should be able to lift 30 to 40 pounds Length of Health Hubs food distribution is dependent on attendance. We currently provide food assistance to more than 1,000 people every week, but we do not know how many participants will arrive weekly or if they will all arrive early/late. We need your support for this essential program! Connect Online Website: Facebook: #J-18808-Ljbffr Marin Community Clinics