🏥 Free & Low‑Cost Healthcare

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Access Compassionate Care Without the High Cost

We know healthcare can feel out of reach — that’s why Oakland and the East Bay have several community-based clinics, insurance programs, and support services that make medical, dental, vision, and prescription care affordable. This section breaks down your options and helps you find what fits your needs.

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1. Community Health Centers

These centers provide culturally competent, affordable primary care, often on a sliding scale or via Medi‑Cal.

• LifeLong Medical Care
  Part of the Alameda Health Consortium, offering many clinics around the East Bay. Alameda Health Consortium

• Native American Health Center

  • Address: 2950 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601 Native American Health Center

  • Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; some Saturday appointments in medical & dental. Native American Health Center

  • Contact: (510) 535‑4410 (medical), (510) 535‑4450 (dental) Native American Health Center

• La Familia

  • Provides walk-up and pop-up community health services, screenings, and vaccines. livelafamilia.org

  • For questions / appointments: (510) 826‑9202 livelafamilia.org

• East Bay Community Health (EBCH)

  • Part of the Alameda Health Consortium network. Alameda Health Consortium

• [Full List with Details]

  • Consider adding a directory or interactive clinic map (you could link to Alameda Health Consortium’s website for detailed clinic locations). Alameda Health Consortium

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2. Free Clinics

These clinics provide no-cost or very low-cost care for uninsured or underinsured individuals.

• According to local clinic directories, free or sliding-scale clinics in Oakland include:

  • AHS – Arc Clinic (medical) – (510) 986‑0430 Free Clinic Directory

  • West Oakland Health Center – 700 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA 94607; Dental & Medical Services; (510) 835‑9610. Free Dental+1

• How to Use These Clinics:

  • Call ahead to confirm whether the clinic is currently accepting new patients.

  • Ask what documentation to bring (ID, proof of income, etc.).

  • Verify which services are free vs sliding-scale.

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3. Medi‑Cal (California Medicaid)

• Eligibility: Medi‑Cal is income-based. In Alameda County, you can apply through MyBenefits CalWIN or by calling your local Social Services office. California Medi-Cal Help+2Alameda Alliance for Health+2

• How to Apply:

  • Online: Use MyBenefits CalWIN. California Medi-Cal Help

  • Call: (510) 272‑3663 for Alameda County SSA. Alameda County Government+1

  • Enrollment support: Health Insurance Technicians at (800) 422‑9495. Alameda County Government

• Find a Provider under Medi-Cal:

  • Use the Alameda Alliance for Health Provider Directory to search for Medi‑Cal‑accepting doctors. Alameda Alliance for Health

  • Alliance Member Services: 1‑510‑747‑4567 (or toll free 1‑877‑932‑2738) Alameda Alliance for Health

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4. Prescription Assistance

• GoodRx Discount Card: Great tool to lower prescription costs if you’re paying out-of-pocket.

• SingleCare: Another discount card that helps reduce the price of many prescriptions.

• Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Programs: Many drug makers have programs for low-income or uninsured patients — be sure to check each company’s website or reach out to local clinics.

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5. Dental Care

• Free / Low‑Cost Dental Clinics:

  • West Oakland Health Center: Family dentistry, sliding scale, Medi-Cal accepted.   Free Dental

  • La Clinica – Fruitvale Village: Dental services including general dentistry, cleanings, and more. (510) 535‑3302. Free Dental Care

• Healthy Smiles Program (Alameda County):

  • Helps uninsured or underinsured children (ages 0–19) get preventive or urgent dental care. Alameda County Dental Health+1

  • Contact: Alameda County Office of Dental Health, (510) 208‑5910. Dental Health Alameda County

• Medi-Cal Dental Program:

  • Offers dental coverage for many if you’re enrolled in Medi-Cal. Alameda County Dental Health

  • To find a Medi-Cal dentist: check the Alameda County Office of Dental Health’s dentist directory. Dental Health Alameda County

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6. Vision Care

• Eye Exams & Glasses:

  • If you have Medi-Cal through the Alameda Alliance, routine vision exams are covered every 24 months. Alameda Alliance for Health

  • Eye care network via March Vision: Call 1‑844‑336‑2724 or visit their website to find an eye provider. Alameda Alliance for Health

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