"Everyone- the staff, doctors, nurses, front desk are all very professional, polite and informative and helpful. I am
cared for with respect
." Rachel is a 48 year old Hispanic female that has been receiving care at VIM for 3 years.
“I wasn’t able to manage my anxiety before but now I have the coping skills to prevent myself from a panic attack. I am getting more and
more comfortable
being around other people." Caitlyn is a 23 year old female with severe social anxiety and depression that has been receiving services from the behavioral health program at the VIM.
"I thank God for VIM. I cannot afford health insurance. I work and just don’t make enough to afford it. I need my blood pressure pills and cholesterol medications and
they help
with all of that." Thelma is a 56 year old African American female with multiple chronic medical conditions.
"I finally have a
nice smile
for my engagement pictures. My girlfriend is going to be so happy." Michael is a 30 year old male whose last visit to the dentist was when he was 12 years old. He has 16 cavities which require an extensive treatment plan of extractions, fillings and a root canal. VIM will attempt to restore the teeth but some are beyond repair.
“Our counseling sessions help clear my head so I can think clearly and helps me understand how my trauma has affected me, which
helps me be the best
version of myself”. David is a 37 year old male who started counseling last year to overcome trauma.
"I didn't know where to turn for help.
Thank God for the clinic.
I am trying to find another job but right now I just cannot afford my medications." Jorge is a 53 year old male with diabetes that recently lost his job due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“When I start my week with our counseling session, I feel like I am ready to
conquer the world.
" Michael, a 54 year old man who utilizes counseling to overcome PTSD, addiction, and depression.
"I can't even begin to imagine what my
life would be like without VIM
. Honestly, I would probably be dead. " Gary is a 46 year old Caucasian male who has a history of extreme hypertension and was recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Dr. Kimmy Nguyen, Clinical Pharmacist, meets with him on a regular basis for disease manageme
nt
of his hypertension.
