Use this page if you need medical care, dental care, prescription help, health insurance help, medical equipment, eyeglasses, diabetes resources, cancer support, or help understanding medical bills and insurance.
If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
Best places to start
Community Health Services of Union County
704-296-0909
Matthews Free Medical Clinic
704-841-8882
Union County Dental Clinic
704-296-4829
HealthQuest Pharmacy
704-226-2050
Patient Advocate Foundation
800-532-5274
NC Medicaid
Helps with:
Health coverage for eligible children, older adults, people with disabilities, and working North Carolinians.
Best first step:
Call to ask how to apply, whether you may qualify, and what documents are needed.
Phone:
800-367-2229
Address:
Union County Department of Social Services
1212 W. Roosevelt Blvd.
Monroe, NC 28110
Good questions to ask:
“Can I apply in person?”
“What documents do I need?”
“Can someone help me complete the application?”
“How long does it take to receive a decision?”
Union County Dental Clinic
Helps with:
Basic dental services, including cleanings, exams, sealants, fillings, extractions, and dentures.
Best first step:
Call to ask about appointments, eligibility, cost, and available services.
Phone:
704-296-4829
Address:
Division of Public Health
2330 Concord Avenue
Monroe, NC 28110
Good questions to ask:
“Are you accepting new patients?”
“What services are available?”
“Do you provide dentures?”
“What should I bring to the appointment?”
McAdams Free Medical Clinic
Helps with:
Free health care for low-income, uninsured patients in Mecklenburg and Union Counties.
Best first step:
Call to ask about patient requirements and screening days. This is not a walk-in clinic.
Phone:
704-841-8882
For patient requirements, call extension 100.
Address:
196 S. Trade Street
Matthews, NC 28105
Good questions to ask:
“Do I qualify to become a patient?”
“When are screening days?”
“What documents should I bring?”
“What medical services are available?”
Community Health Services of Union County
Helps with:
Free primary medical care, prescription assistance, diabetes education, diabetes supplies, chronic illness management, and grocery support.
Best first step:
Call to ask about eligibility and how to become a patient.
Phone:
704-296-0909
Address:
1338-C East Sunset Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
Who they help:
Adults age 18 and older who live in Union or Anson County, have no family physician, and have no insurance.
Good questions to ask:
“Do I qualify?”
“Are you accepting new patients?”
“Can you help with prescriptions?”
“What documents should I bring?”
HealthQuest Pharmacy
Helps with:
Free medication for eligible people who cannot afford maintenance medications for chronic medical conditions.
Best first step:
Call to ask about eligibility and required documents.
Phone:
704-226-2050
Address:
415 East Franklin Street
Monroe, NC 28112
Good questions to ask:
“Do you carry medication for my condition?”
“Do I qualify?”
“What proof of income or insurance status do I need?”
“Can someone help me apply?”
NC MedAssist
Helps with:
Free prescription medication for eligible North Carolina residents who are low-income and uninsured.
Best first step:
Call to ask about eligibility and application help.
Phone:
704-536-1790
Main office and pharmacy location:
4428 Taggart Creek Road, Suite 101
Charlotte, NC 28208
Good questions to ask:
“Do I qualify?”
“Can you help with my medication?”
“What documents are required?”
“Can someone help me apply?”
NeedyMeds
Helps with:
Information about programs that may help people afford medications and health care costs.
Best first step:
Call the helpline or ask a trusted helper to look up medication assistance programs.
Helpline:
800-503-6897
Good questions to ask:
“Are there programs for my medication?”
“Can you help me find a patient assistance program?”
“What information do I need before applying?”
Patient Advocate Foundation
Helps with:
Patient education and advocacy related to health insurance, medical costs, denials and appeals, benefits, employment, and barriers to care.
Best first step:
Call if you are having trouble understanding insurance, paying for care, getting care approved, or handling a denial.
Phone:
800-532-5274
Good questions to ask:
“Can you help me understand my insurance problem?”
“Can you help with an appeal or denial?”
“Can you help me find resources for medical costs?”
HealthWell Foundation
Helps with:
Assistance for some underinsured patients with copays, premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket medical costs.
Best first step:
Call to ask whether assistance is available for your diagnosis or medication.
Phone:
800-675-8416
Good questions to ask:
“Do you have a fund for my diagnosis?”
“Can you help with my copay or premium?”
“What information is needed to apply?”
Faith UMC Health & Wellness Ministry
Helps with:
Medical mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and canes.
Best first step:
Call to ask whether equipment is available or how to donate equipment.
Phone:
704-882-6623, extension 102
Address:
3708 Faith Church Road
Indian Trail, NC
Good questions to ask:
“Do you have the equipment I need?”
“How long can equipment be borrowed?”
“Do you accept donated mobility equipment?”
Cindy’s Hope Chest
Helps with:
Emotional and financial support for women battling breast cancer.
Best first step:
Call to ask what support services are currently available.
Phone:
704-277-1489
Mailing address:
PO Box 1215
Indian Trail, NC 28079
Services may include:
House cleaning, hair stylist support, grocery or pharmacy errands, gift baskets, local meals, friendship, encouragement, and visits during treatment.
Good questions to ask:
“What services are available right now?”
“Who qualifies?”
“Do you serve my area?”
Core Compassion Project
Helps with:
Support for breast cancer patients and survivors, including Pilates scholarships, specialized fitness bras, and lymphedema sleeves.
Best first step:
Call to ask about available support and eligibility.
Phone:
800-413-1092
Address:
4705 Indian Trail Fairview Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
Good questions to ask:
“Do I qualify for support?”
“What services are available?”
“How do I apply?”
Serenity, Courage & Wisdom
Helps with:
Gynecologic cancer awareness, advocacy, information, and support, especially related to HPV and cervical cancer.
Best first step:
Call or contact the organization to ask about current support, education, and advocacy resources.
Phone:
704-493-0185
Good questions to ask:
“What support do you offer?”
“Do you provide education or advocacy?”
“Are there local events or support options?”