A new mobile health unit is now offering essential medical and dental services to residents in eastern Connecticut.
The initiative is led by Generations Family Health Center, based in Willimantic.
Melissa Meyers, CEO of Generations, highlighted the significant impact of their previous mobile health service. “Before the pandemic, our old dental unit was providing care at more than 30 locations, logging over 200,000 miles to reach patients,” Meyers said. “This is a prime example of how community health centers innovate to ensure access to care for everyone.”
The new mobile health truck, which cost over half a million dollars to launch, was funded in part by the state’s Department of Public Health.
Services offered by the mobile unit will be free or offered at reduced rates, based on the patient’s ability to pay. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) emphasized the importance of these services, particularly as Medicare and Medicaid face potential cuts.
“This vehicle symbolizes the future of healthcare—bringing services directly to the people,” Blumenthal said. “It’s not just about diagnosis and treatment; it’s about prevention, education, and raising awareness.”
The mobile health unit will primarily serve Windham County, as well as parts of New London and Tolland counties, helping local residents and businesses access much-needed healthcare in their communities.
