Center of Life offers affordable chiropractic care in Thurmont, with fees ranging from $20 - 30. Says Dr. John, “It is my sincere wish for everyone to experience Chiropractic. Each person is given the privilege of paying by their honor. The suggested offering is $20-$30. You pay what you can…it may be more, it may be less, it may be the suggested amount.” (301-271-2711)
Acupuncture
Diana Linnekin offers acupuncture on a sliding scale of $25 - $65 in Frederick. (240-446-3232)
Community Acupuncture Network: Clinics across the nation offering acupuncture services on a sliding scale of $15 - $40. No income verifications or hardship waivers.
Western Medical
The Community Free Clinicis a resource that addresses the needs of the medically uninsured and underinsured in Washington County, MD. (301-733-9234)
Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA): Primary health care clinic- Access to Care Program - accepts uninsured children and adults with family income at or < 200% FPL (Federal Poverty Level); max. fee - $5/visit; may be waived; Also serves adults/children who are homeless, enrolled in Primary Adult Care (PAC) or Medical Assistance (Priority Partners, MD Physicians Care, or Unrestricted MA); Medbank Program for prescription medication assistance. (301-694-1506)
Frederick County Health Department: Various services available- cancer screening, family planning, pregnancy testing, immunizations for children, HIV testing, refugee/migrant health program; some services free/sliding scale fee based on income; mental health and substance abuse services–accept Med. Assistance; dental services for children-Med. Assistance/sliding scale; Gray Area Access Program-limited dental care available to low income adults without dental insurance provided in local dentist offices. (301-600-1029 for information; 301-600-1041 for dental clinic)
Frederick County Health Access Program (FCHAP): Connects uninsured Frederick County children and adults, with incomes up to 250% FPL, with local health care services; participants must apply for the program and will be assisted with obtaining primary and specialty care and limited lab/diagnostic tests and prescriptions (301-788-8592)
Frederick Memorial Hospital Prenatal Center: Prenatal Services provided by Certified Nurse Midwives; births at FMH Birthplace by obstetricians; blood work, ultrasounds, monitoring of health conditions/baby’s growth and well-being, pregnancy education and referral services; Accepts Medical Assistance; Self-pay patients welcome; financial assistance available. (240-566-4444)
Healthcare Resources for Un/Underinsured Residents in Frederick County. Medical and Mental Health Services.
Make-A-Difference-Breast-Screening-Program in Washington County provides a clinical breast exam and mammogram at no cost to women who have limited income and are uninsured or underinsured. The contact person is Carrie Starkey. (301-665-4671)
Menocal Family Practice in Frederick offers affordable medical care with a sliding scale program and their low-cost Wellness Club (nominal fees range from $5 - 10 per month). (240-215-1138)
Mission of Mercy is a community-based organization that utilizes active and retired licensed medical professionals to provide free medical and dental services and prescription medications to the uninsured working poor, homeless and economically disadvantaged people of Maryland via a mobile medical clinic. All services are free and no fees are charged. (301-682-5683)
Energy Healing
The Community Healing Circle at Unity Church in Frederick is held the First Wednesday of every month from 7:30 – 9:30 pm and is free. Healers offer several different energy medicine modalities, including Reiki, Healing Touch, Reflexology, Massage therapy and others. Facilitated by Miriam Klements. Love Offerings are welcome. (301-846-0868)
Jill Johnson, registered Reiki practitioner, offers her sessions for $10 - $40 in Frederick. (301-693-7639)
Yoga/Tai Chi Classes
Ananda Shala periodically offers free yoga classes to beginners. Check their website for details. (301-682-9642)
Center of the Four Winds Studio in Frederick offers Saturday morning yoga classes free of charge at 9:00 am as a service to the community. Yoga, meditation, movement, and other classes are offered on a donation basis. Participants are encouraged to "make an offering as your heart moves you." (301-663-0373)
Deb Spotts, Registerd Yoga Teacher, offers Spiritual Yoga at Unity Church in Frederick every Friday at 10:30 am on a Love Offering basis. Suitable for all levels of Yoga experience. (301-846-0868)
Sol Yoga offers "Good Cause Yoga" every Sunday at 10:45 am. This donation only yoga class will benefit charities. No need to pre-register, just drop in. (877-SOL-YOGA)
Tai Chi beginners class -- FREE! Starts October 8, 2009. Thursdays: 6-7pm. Christ Reformed Church (12 South Church Street, Middletown). (301-293-2467)
Mental Health (Psychotherapy or Social Work)
Claire Wilhide is a psychotherapist specializing in supporting couples in mending broken connections and works as well with individuals whose anxieties, worries, and life stresses have compromised their wellbeing. Fees are sliding scale from $40-$90 by appointment at Healing Circles Wellness Center in Frederick. (240-409-0932)
Dena Ward Clayton is a psychotherapist, specializing in support for individuals who have received a diagnosis of cancer. Her services are offered on a sliding scale of $15 - $90 per session at the Center of the Four Winds Studio in Frederick. (301-663-0373, ext. 8)
Katie Marsh Lyburn is a psychotherapist who offers services on a sliding scale of $60- $90 per session at Four Branches Therapy and Wellness in Frederick. Katie believes that there is potential in all of us for inner healing, growth and empowerment. Whether dealing with feelings of depression, anxiety, body image, addictive patterns or going through life transition, the relationship between therapist and individual provides a safe space for self exploration and growth. (240-818-8090)
Pro Bono Counseling: Provides referrals for free mental health counselors/therapists for individuals and families who are uninsured, underinsured, or have a low income; 28 clinicians in Frederick County available; no drug or alcohol abuse treatment. (877-323-5800)
Sharon Kelly Govotsos is a psychotherapist who uses play with children who are struggling with life experiences, in order to help them express themselves. She offers services on a sliding scale of $45 - $90 per session at Rings of Life Therapy located in the Healing Circles Wellness Center in Frederick. (301-712-9015, ext. 1012)
Trinity Pastoral Counseling: Individual, couple, family, & group counseling regardless of religious beliefs; payment by sliding scale or 3rd party. (301-662-8908)
Villa Maria of Frederick County: A Behavioral Health Program of Catholic Charities: Outpatient counseling services for children and adults in various county locations regardless of religious denomination; limited sliding scale/subsidy available for families without insurance (301-898-7900)
Vital Sources, New Hope Program: Assessment and counseling for children and adults with various social/emotional/academic issues; fees are set; payment by sliding scale. (301-620-8700)
Massage Therapy
Sue Sanders offers sliding scale table massage for $15 - $35 per 30-minute session at Delta Holistic Therapies in Frederick. (301-514-9956)
Center of Life in Thurmont is now offering sliding scale chair massages for $5 - $15 on a walk-in basis. Call for details. (301-271-2711)
Marc Melcher offers sliding scale table massage at Namaste Studio and can be reached at (240-446-6369).
Fred Wolfson offers affordable acupuncture for people and pets at $40 per visit in Thurmont. Animal acupuncture is also available in Frederick for $40. (301-788-9451)
Greenbeans Community Acupuncture offers Community Acupuncture to women only on a sliding scale of $15 - $40 in Baltimore. (410-404-1926)
HealthPointe Acupunctureoffers Community Acupuncture on a sliding scale of $25 - $50 in Gaithersburg. (240-780-9130)
SUFI Acupuncture offers Community Acupuncture on a sliding scale of $15 - $35 in Hagerstown. (301-358-5549)
The Turning Point offers Community Acupuncture on a sliding scale of $15 - $35 in Frederick. (240-405-7878)
Medical Care Programs / Insurance Assistance
Coverage for All: A resource website which uses five simple questions to gauge a person’s eligibility for public and private health plans open to those not covered by employers; information is organized by state of residence. (1-800-234-1317)
Kaiser Permanente Bridge Program: A health coverage plan for individuals/families not eligible for public programs (such as Medical Assistance and Medicare); provides comprehensive local care for a reduced monthly premium; program participation is limited to total of 2 years; is ideally suited to someone who is between coverage or who will be able to obtain coverage prior to the expiration of this program. (301-600-1029)
Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program: for uninsured pregnant women of any age and children under age 19; covers doctor’s visits and hospital care, dental and vision care, and prescriptions. For more information about eligibility, the application process, and participating providers, contact: the Frederick County Health Department. (301-600-3348)
Medical Assistance for Families: For parents and/or other family members caring for children who meet income eligibility requirements; covers primary and specialty care; hospital services and diagnostic tests, mental healthservices and some prescription medications; for more information, contact the health department. (301-600-3348 or 1-800-456-8900)
Primary Adult Care (PAC) covers primary health care, certain outpatient mental health services and prescription, drugs for low-income eligible Maryland residents; applicants must be 19 years or older and not eligible for Medicare. Applications also accepted at the Frederick Community Action Agency
