August 2022

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COVID-19 Updates / N95 Masks

Important COVID-19 Vaccination Update for Children Ages 6 Months - 4 Years Old

Community Health & Dental Care is now offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at our Coventry Mall location for children ages 6 months through 4 years old. The vaccine is available to patients and members of the community.


CHDC is also pleased to offer both Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines at our Coventry Mall location. We offer 1st, 2nd, 3rd and booster doses for patients 5 years and older. Boosters are available 5 months after the completion of your COVID vaccine series and your vaccination card is required upon scheduled appointment.


N95 Mask and COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kit Distribution

FREE N95 Masks and COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits are available, by request, to patients and community members at all CHDC locations. Patients will be able to request and pick up masks and testing kits at their appointment or by coming to the health center. If you are not a patient, please visit one of our four (4) health center locations to request and pick up your masks and testing kits. Masks will be limited to three (3) N95 Masks per person and Testing Kits will be limited to two (2) testing kits per person.


We are following the CDC guidelines for Covid-19 vaccinations. Protect yourself and others against Covid-19. Please continue to wear a mask, wash your hands, practice social distancing, and get vaccinated.


Vaccine Appointment Scheduling

To schedule an appointment, please email covidreg@ch-dc.org or call 484-941-9991


Thank you,


CHDC Staff

News & Events

National Health Center Week 2022

CHDC Health Fair


Thank you for making the CHDC Health Fair such a success! It was a fun-filled afternoon with crafts and games for the kids, health information, giveaways, free screenings, activities, raffles, refreshments, and community support.


We couldn't have done it without our generous sponsors!

We collected items to benefit the Street Medicine Program, which works to provide primary and urgent care to those experiencing homelessness in Pottstown Borough wherever they reside- whether that be a tent in the woods, a homeless shelter, or on the street.


We are so thankful for the generous donations we received from the community. Gladys Rodriguez, Jessica Tucciarone, and Tasha Reed, who go out in the community with the Street Medicine Program, will distribute the donations.


Healthy Mind and Body

During our National Health Center Week celebration, our CHDC staff attended a mediation session sponsored by UnitedHealthcare to help provide stress relief and show our appreciation for their hard work. Afterword, we enjoyed fresh fruit salad! Thank you to Yoga Home and enjoyabowl.llc for helping our staff take care of their body and soul!



Thank you to UnitedHealthcare for providing our staff with the tools to have a fun and healthy week!

We celebrated Patient Appreciation Day with a tribute video to our patients. Every day, we are so grateful to those who choose CHDC as their healthcare home. So often, we are inspired by the people who walk through our doors, and feel lucky to be a trusted healthcare provider to our community. We are here to help patients achieve health in all areas of life, which is why we offer medical, dental, vision, physical therapy, behavioral health, and more! Our patients are at the heart of everything we do - thank you for choosing CHDC!

Patient Spotlight

Overcoming Hip and Knee Pain

 

AB is a very active individual who loves to hunt, go to flea markets, chop wood, and go for walks. He began with physical therapy with debilitating hip and knee pain which was making it more difficult for him to walk and do the activities that he loved and enjoyed. Once his pain went away, we focused more on his strength and balance. AB states-  "It's great to be walking again without pain!" 

Learn More

Provider Spotlight

Back to School Physicals


There used to be a Staples commercial for back to school shopping that was set to the song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" Parents would gleefully fly down the aisles rejoicing at the new season and support from the school for their children. We hope that back to school is the "most wonderful time of the year" for all of our familes- and we are here to help make that a reality!


Back to school physicals are a great time to check in with not only the medical provider- but the whole team here at CHDC. We are fortunate to work alongside some very talented folks in the Dental, Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Vision, and Nutrition departments. When you are in with your child- we can help connect your family to any of these resources that may be helpful. Our team is here to make sure your child or teen has all the right supplies to start off the year healthy from head to toe. We look forward to seeing you soon!


To schedule an appointment, please call 610-326-9460.

Looking for a New Provider?
We are accepting new patients and have openings available for medical, dental, vision, PT, and more! Give us a call at 610-326-9460. CHDC looks forward to becoming your new patient centered medical home!
Important Health News

Health Awareness Events in August


Throughout the month of August, we are highlighting:


  • National Immunization Awareness Month
  • Children's Eye Health and Safety Month
  • National Health Center Week


These awareness months encourage us to take the time to learn more about various health causes. Click the links to learn more and spread the word!

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August is National Immunization Awareness Month. This annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. We know the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all aspects of life, including the ability to attend important medical appointments and receive routine vaccinations. As children head back to school this Fall, it’s particularly important to make sure they get caught up on missed well-child visits and recommended vaccines.


Immunization, or vaccination, helps prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. Immunization isn’t just for kids; to stay protected against serious illnesses like the flu, measles, and pneumonia, adults need to get vaccinated too. National Immunization Awareness Month is a great time to promote vaccines and remind family, friends, and coworkers to stay up to date on their shots.

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Vision plays an important role in children’s physical, cognitive, and social development. More than one in five preschool-age children enrolled in Head Start have a vision disorder. Uncorrected vision problems can impair child development, interfere with learning, and even lead to permanent vision loss; early detection and treatment are critical. Visual functioning is a strong predictor of academic performance in school-age children, and vision disorders of childhood may continue to affect health and well-being throughout the adult years.


August is the perfect time to schedule an annual eye exam to be prepared in time for heading Back to School. 

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National Health Center Week (August 7 - 13) is an annual celebration with the goal of raising awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s health centers over the past five decades. We honor our public servants, patients, employees and consumer board members in special ways throughout the week. We are happy to have the community join us in recognizing and celebrating Community Health & Dental Care and all the work that goes in to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to the tricounty area.

Our Services

Our Services
At CHDC, we believe everyone has the right to access quality healthcare. With three locations in Pottstown and our expansion into Barto, we offer a wide range of medical and dental services to take care of you and your family regardless of your insurance status.

Free Transportation and healthcare discounts are also available.

As a patient-centered healthcare center, our clients get a team of healthcare specialists, dedicated to you and your family. We address every area of your health at any one of our locations:

  • 351 W. Schuylkill Road, Pottstown (in the Coventry Mall, next to Dick's Sporting Goods)
  • 800 Heritage Drive, Pottstown
  • 700 Heritage Drive, Pottstown
  • 1315 Route 100 North, Barto - To see pictures of our newly renovated location, click here.

Free Transportation Services

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We've added a new stop in Birdsboro!

Community Health & Dental Care continually strives to provide the highest quality care for our patients.

At times, patients are unable to keep their
scheduled appointments due to unforeseen
transportation barriers.

Patients can schedule free shuttle service to and from any of our health center locations.

To view a full list of shuttle stops and program requirements, please CLICK HERE.
Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries Can Save Thousands

CHDC's Case Management team will help Medicare recipients navigate the Medicare registration process and understand the Medicare buy-in program which helps eligible individuals pay for certain out-of-pocket healthcare costs. Individuals do not need to be a CHDC patient to take advantage of this free service. Seniors with limited income and resources may qualify to have their Medicare Part B premium paid for, saving thousands of dollars by receiving maximum benefits from the Medicare program. Medicare beneficiaries are encouraged to call and make an appointment with our Case Management team at 610-326-9460 ext. 117
Welcome to the CHDC Family!
Please join us in welcoming our newest medical providers and staff who have recently joined our CHDC family over the last month!

Monica Wood

Medical Scheduling

 

Esther J Saunders

Certified Medical Assistant

 

Lola R Schantz

Senior Staff Accountant for Medical Facility 

 

Mouje Maryam Amiri

Dental Assistant

 

Magdalena Porto

Physical Therapy Assistant

 

Christina Rhoda

Dental Assistant

 

Lorraine Andrews

Medical Records Specialist

 

Philomese Clesidor

Certified Medical Assistant

 

Luz Romero

Clinical Assistant

 

Tanya Steward

Patient Registration Representative

 

Coralis Valentin Juan

Nicole Dental Assistant

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We are actively hiring for multiple positions within our health center! Visit our website for a list of open positions: https://ch-dc.org/jobs/

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