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Our Impact in Indianapolis

HEALTHCARE INEQUALITY IN INDIANAPOLIS

Access to free healthcare is a critical need in Indianapolis, where nearly 100,000 individuals face barriers to receiving care due to financial hardship, lack of insurance, or homelessness. Without affordable healthcare, many delay treatment for preventable conditions, leading to worsening health and higher costs for emergency care. Free clinics bridge this gap, providing vital services such as primary care, dental care, and women’s health services to those most in need. By ensuring access to these essential services, we can improve health outcomes, restore dignity, and build a healthier, more equitable community for all.

103,732

of our neighbors in Marion County are uninsured

1,701

people in Indy slept in emergency housing or went unsheltered in January 2024

65%

of families at or below the federal poverty line have not been to the dentist in the last year

30%

of adults say they have not filled a prescription medication because of cost, or took a smaller dose than prescribed

53%

of women over 40 years old cited cost as a reason they have not had a mammogram within the past year

21%

of community members in 46218 (where GFC has targeted primary care) have diabetes, compared to a 12% average in Indiana

GENNESARET'S SOLUTION

WE BREAK DOWN BARRIERS TO RECEIVING HEALTHCARE

BECAUSE HEALTHCARE IS A HUMAN RIGHT

At our core, we believe that healthcare is a fundamental human right, not a privilege reserved for those who can afford it. That’s why we are committed to serving everyone who walks through our doors, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. No one should have to choose between their health and basic necessities like food or housing.
 
We offer these essential services:
  • Free Medical Clinic, open 6 days a week
  • Free Mobile Medical Clinic, providing free care in parking lots and on the streets 4 days a week
  • Free Dental Clinic, open 5 days a week
  • 3 Health Recovery Homes, offering medical respite housing to 16 individuals at a time
  • Women’s Health Services, offered once a week

MEDICAL CLINICS INSIDE OF FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTERS

  • Those needing food often need healthcare too
  • All 4,000 households served weekly by the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry have access to Gennesaret’s free care
  • In April 2025, the 2,000 people served daily by Gleaners Food Bank will also benefit from free healthcare access with the opening of Gennesaret’s second permanent clinic

OUR MOBILE CLINIC BRINGS CARE TO THE DOORSTEP OF WHERE IT'S NEEDED

  • We offer primary and preventative care right on the streets in highly populated areas (like the Julia M. Carson Transit Center, which 22,500 people pass through daily)
  • Focus on patients living in shelters, vehicles or homeless encampments
  • Street outreach
  • Mobile pharmacy

WE FOCUS ON SERVING SPECIFIC PATIENT POPULATIONS

  • We provide care to individuals who fall through the gaps of Medicare and Medicaid eligibility
  • We do special outreach to communities facing systemic inequities, including those disproportionately impacted by poverty, racial disparities, and social determinants of health
  • Special focus on patients who experience intersecting challenges, such as homelessness and chronic diseases

WE TARGET THE HEALTH CONDITIONS ARE PATIENTS ARE EXPERIENCING

  • Personalized care for chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension with advanced medication formulary
  • Onsite rapid lab testing for routine test, general health screening, and chronic conditions
  • Specialized hypertension management program in partnership with Purdue University
  • STI testing and treatment

FISCAL YEAR 2024 STATISTICS

October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
0
UNIQUE PATIENTS SERVED IN 2024
0
PATIENT VISITS ACROSS ALL SERVICE LINES
0
DENTAL CLINIC PATIENT VISTS
0
MOBILE CLINIC PATIENT VISITS
0
PATIENT VISITS IN GFC'S STATIONARY MEDICAL CLINICS
0
HEALTH RECOVERY HOME RESIDENTS
0
HIV AND HEPATITIS-C TESTS ADMINISTERED
0
WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES PATIENT VISITS
0
TOTAL DAYS OF STAY FOR HEALTH RECOVERY HOME RESIDENTS
0+
FREE PRESCRIPTIONS FILLED

ABOUT OUR PATIENTS

We are dedicated to serving the most underserved members of our community, including individuals who are disproportionately impacted by systemic inequities—particularly Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), and Latino populations. Our mission is to address these disparities and ensure equitable access to quality healthcare for all.

79%

of Gennesaret’s patients belong to a racial or ethnic minority group, whereas only 50% of uninsured individuals in the USA belong to a racial or ethnic minority group

24%

Gennesaret served 24% of Indy’s unhoused population in 2024

36%

of Gennesaret patients identify as Latino, whereas only 12% of Marion County identifies as Latino

100%

of Gennesaret’s patients are experiencing food insecurity

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Make healthcare more equal today

WHEN HEALTHCARE ISN'T EQUAL, LIVES ARE AT STAKE

Join us in making a difference! Your support can help us continue providing vital healthcare services to those who need it most. Whether through a donation or by volunteering your time, you can play a critical role in ensuring equitable access to quality care for everyone in our community.
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HEAR FROM OUR PATIENTS

At Gennesaret, our true impact is found in the lives we touch and the hope we restore. While numbers may tell part of the story, they can’t capture the relief of a patient receiving care after years putting their concerns aside or the gratitude of someone who finally found an advocate. Our work is about people—listening to their stories, meeting their needs, and empowering them to live healthier, more dignified lives.

  • René
    Patient

    René has been experiencing homelessness and living in her car since 2021.

    Amidst the challenges of living in her vehicle, René noticed a lump in her breast. She was terrified that it was cancer. She felt like the world was crumbling beneath her feet. Fortunately, René was directed to Gennesaret’s Women’s Health Services. But with no income or health insurance, she was scared that she would be turned away.

    When René reached out to the Gennesaret team, they reassured her that all services would be provided at no cost and that they would walk alongside her every step of the way. The team arranged for a mammogram for René… and later got to tell her that the lump was non-cancerous and did not necessitate any medical intervention!

    With newfound trust and safety, she began to explore additional free services. René felt comfortable enough to address other health concerns—like the tooth abscess that had been causing her extreme pain and inhibited her ability to eat for weeks.

    René scheduled a visit with Dr. Kate Gribbin, Gennesaret’s dentist. During her dental exam, Dr. Gribbin extracted the tooth that was beyond saving and causing René pain, providing immediate relief.

    She shared, “Gennesaret Free Clinics treats everyone with kindness. They understand if you have no money or no insurance. They want to provide healthcare because they truly care.”

  • Arthur
    Patient

    After relocating from Illinois to Indiana, Arthur found himself in an unfamiliar space with limited support and had nowhere to turn. A disabled veteran, Arthur was living in his car and desperately trying to manage his health.

    While Arthur was able to get some health services from the local VA Hospital, he had no place to go to help him with his ongoing congestive heart failure. He was too sick to stay in a shelter. He needed help.

    The social worker from the VA assisted Arthur with gaining admission to Gennesaret’s Health Recovery Home. Arthur was welcomed by a private room and compassionate staff dedicated to aiding him in managing his medical needs. During his stay, Arthur experienced a level of health stability that he had not enjoyed in quite some time. Following several months of recovery, combined with the support from the staff and his own resolve, Arthur successfully secured an apartment of his very own!

    Arthur recounted his experience, “Gennesaret helped me really concentrate on my mental and physical health. They made me feel good again about myself… As I got better, they assisted me with finding an apartment and I have been on the right path ever since.”

    Several years later, Arthur is doing well and still lives in his apartment! He keeps in close contact with his Gennesaret family, who couldn’t be more proud of him.