Parma Health Ministry, Still Serving Those In Need

It is important that residents of Parma, Parma Heights, North Royalton and Seven Hills be aware that the Parma Health Ministry (PHM, a free clinic that offers medical care) is still open and available to those individuals without, or who cannot afford, health insurance. They must also meet our eligibility requirements, which include:   

1. Between the ages of 19 and 64;

2. Not receiving Medicaid, Medicare, Welfare or other Federal Health Insurance benefits and unable to afford private insurance;

3. Live within the geographic boundaries of: Parma, Parma Heights, North Royalton, and Seven Hills;

4. Earned and/or unearned income not to exceed 200% above poverty level (a current IRS Form 1040 must be provided).

Also affiliated with the Health Ministry is a certified navigator who can assist folks whose circumstances have changed and are reapplying through the Federal Health Exchange or who may be applying for Medicaid. To be eligible for Medicaid, an individual's annual income cannot exceed 138% of the federal poverty level of $11,670 or no more than $16,104. Enrollment is open year-round.

The Parma Health Ministry is a volunteer organization started almost 20 years ago to provide free care for residents of the specified communities who have no health insurance or have not qualified for government assistance. PHM is a collaborative community service of Parma Christian Church, UH Parma Medical Center, and participating volunteer healthcare professionals. It is made possible by the generous financial support of the Parma Hospital Health Care Foundation.  

Patients are seen by appointment only. For more information or to make an appointment, call 440.843.8087 or visit our web site at www.parmahealthministry.org. Our office hours are Monday through Friday 9am until 2:30pm.