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It is with sadness that we share the passing of Gladys Sandlin, our MNHC matriarch, on May 1, 2025. Gladys was a former Executive Director of MNHC.
COVID-19 Booster Vaccines! · Saturdays in February · 10am-3pm · No appointment necessary · Mission Neighborhood Health Center · 240 Shotwell St. · San Francisco, CA
(San Francisco, CA) - Approximately 200 patients and community members gathered at the Shotwell Clinic on a sunny afternoon to learn, get screened for diabetes and/or hypertension, and talk to medical personnel.
Monkeypox or Viruela del Mono , in Spanish, is a virus that appears as a distinctive rash, and spreads through close contact skin to skin, sex, kissing, and breathing at close range.
First, Second, and Third (Booster) Dose Available (San Francisco) - In an effort to continue the fight against COVID19 and its variants, and to ensure San Franciscans are up to date with vaccination -particularly the…
First, Second, Third or Fourth (Booster) Dose Available May 1, 2022 Update. In an effort to continue the fight against COVID19 and its variants, and to ensure Latino, minority and immigrant families in San Francisco are…
We have a new optometry office! A few days ago, a group of community leaders and MNHC staff members gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, for our new optometry office.
COVID19 Vaccine for your Children 5 to 11 Dear Patients, We have the COVID19 vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old. Please call us today or within the next few days to schedule an appointment at (415) 552-3870.
(SAN FRANCISCO) - With the purpose of improving the quality of life of its patients, Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is opening a new Optometry Clinic in the Mission District, to serve Latinx and immigrant…
Flu Vaccine Available For All; HIghly Recommended for Seniors 65+ Winter is around the corner, and with that comes the possibility to get the flu.The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses…
In this newsletter, we share a story about resilience, COVID19 activities, National Health Center Week, and more. Please take a moment to read our stories. Download PDF
As of August 31, 2021, MNHC's COVID Response Team has tested 5,500 patients and community members. MNHC began COVID vaccinations in January 2021 for staff and board members and expanded to patients and community members…
The staff at the Excelsior Clinic shared with our patients a small gift, in appreciation of the families and individuals who have trusted Mission Neighborhood Health Center with their health.
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law legislation establishing Medicare and Medicaid. 56 years later, millions of people are healthier because of these programs.
Located in the heart of the Excelsior District and south of the Mission District, this clinic serves a diverse, vibrant community.
COVID Testing Temporarily Suspended. We would like to let the public know that we are temporarily suspending COVID testing at our Shotwell Clinic.
No app needed! Just a webcam, phone or tablet. Schedule your next visit virtually! To schedule a virtual visit, please call: Shotwell: (415) 552-3870 Excelsior: (415) 406-1353 Resource Center: (415) 869-7977 Adult…
Mission Neighborhood Health Center and Sutter's CPMC Announce Strategic Changes to Ownership of Mission Bernal Adult and Pediatric Clinics SAN FRANCISCO (Dec.
Moscone Elementary School - Nutrition Workshop with Violeta Sandoval from Urban Sprouts Healthy eating and healthy recipes Tuesdays November 3rd, November 10th, November 17th, and November 24th 4-5 PM ZOOM ID: 879 2315…
Mission Neighborhood Health Center Receives Emergency Grant from Direct Relief to Bolster the Healthcare Safety Net in the Communities of the Mission and Excelsior in San Francisco Mission Neighborhood Health Center…
A Message from MNHC's Executive Director At Mission Neighborhood Health Center, our mission is honor our Latino roots with a tradition of providing compassionate, patient-centered care to our community members of every…
The city of San Francisco has done a great job at keeping the contagion of COVID-19 cases low. However, statistics have shown that the LatinX community has been disproportionately impacted by virus.
Starting Monday, April 13, MNHC will be conducting evaluation mostly for patients who report over the phone or who are seeking evaluations due to COVID-19 symptoms.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed has confirmed that the shelter in place order has been extended until at least May 3rd.
While the recent Shelter In Place order is requiring individuals to stay home, Mission Neighborhood Health Center's mandate is to actively engage in the public health response to the COVID-19 by continuing to provide…
Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is kicking off a major $3.5 million capital campaign to build a new clinic!
Read Our Newsletter > More than one-quarter of adults in the U.S. experience some type of behavioral health disorder in a given year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
More than one-quarter of adults in the U.S. experience some type of behavioral health disorder in a given year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
At a festive event on November 21, 2019, community members, clients and staff joined together to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Clinica Esperanza, MNHC’s HIV clinic.
In our Spring 2019 newsletter, we introduced the Quality Improvement (QI) Department and their work to meet departmental goals coinciding with San Francisco Health Plan’s Practice Improvement Program priority metrics…
The Mayor London N. Breed's Office of Housing and Community Development awarded Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) through the Nonprofit Sustainability Initiative (NSI) $750,000 to help expand access to health…
It is with great pleasure that we announce the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) awarded NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition to Mission Neighborhood Health Center for using…
In need of dental care? Call us to find out if you qualify for our low-cost dental program . Medi-Cal insurance is welcome! Services include: preventative exams, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, and sealants.
Cooking Classes - Come and learn new recipes! Fourth Monday of each month 4:00 - 5:00 PM October 28 November 25 December 16 January 27 February 24 March 23 Second Floor Conference Room 240 Shotwell St.
June 27, 2019 I would like to announce a transition in medical leadership at Mission Neighborhood Health Center.
Executive Director’s Note Read Our Newsletter > Happy Spring! In this issue of our newsletter, we highlight our ongoing efforts to continue to serve our community.
One of the first things you notice when you meet, Patty Caplan, Chief Operating Officer at MNHC, is her enthusiasm and commitment to her job. It’s palpable.
We are honored to be a recipient of a donation of $150,000 from the Arthur and Toni Rembe Rock Foundation. The Rock Foundation is the philanthropic vehicle of venture capitalist, Arthur Rock and his wife, Toni.
Getting off the street for homeless individuals presents a myriad of challenges that are best supported by social services.
Improving healthcare outcomes has always been a key value of Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC). For over 20 years, MNHC has had a Clinical Quality Management (QM) Committee whose members included managers,…
Read Our Newsletter > In October 18, 2018 Mission Neighborhood Health Center celebrated its 50 th anniversary with the community, its employees, its Board and its supporters with a festive party at the Gray Area Grand…
When you hear Angeles Hafiz, health educator at Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC), speak about her clients, you can’t help but get excited. Her dedication and enthusiasm is palpable.
This fall, Mission Neighborhood Resource Center (MNRC), with the aid of a federal grant from the Health Resources Services Administration, expanded its substance abuse services.
Are you a care taker for someone who is suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer's? If so, come and participate in our Monthly Education and Support sessions in Spanish.
On December 3, 2018, MNHC’s Clinica Esperanza celebrated World AIDS Day, with a gathering at Terra Gallery in San Francisco’s SOMA district.
This autumn, Mission Neighborhood Resource Center joined forces with the San Francisco Pretrial Diversion Project (SFPDP) to connect Latino clients with its vast resources to improve their life situation.
On October 18, 2018 Mission Neighborhood Health Center celebrated its 50 th anniversary with the community, its employees, its Board and its supporters with a festive party at the Gray Area Grand Theater in San…
Early this year, MNHC was awarded a $200,000 five-year grant from the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth and their Families to support the growth of its Teen Services program.
To better accommodate the needs of its patients, last autumn MNHC’s Excelsior site started offering adult services three Saturday’s a month from 8am to noon.
HIV continues to be a serious threat to the health of the Latino community. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in 2015, Latinos accounted for about one quarter of all new diagnoses of HIV in the United…
This past winter San Francisco experienced an uncharacteristic cold snap prompting the city’s San Francisco Homeless Services to enlist the support of Mission Neighborhood Resource Center (MNRC) to shelter homeless…
One of Mission Neighborhood Health Center’s (MNHC) core values is clinical excellence focused on supporting the wellness and healing of our patients and community by providing high quality, evidence-driven and…
MNHC is the recipient of a 2017 Quality Improvement Award from the Health resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the US Department of Health & Human Services.
Executive Director’s Letter Read Our Newsletter > I am proud through this newsletter to provide a glimpse of the energy, innovation, compassion, caring and quality of care that the staff of Mission Neighborhood Health…
Saturday Clinic at MNHC Excelsior Site Starting October 21st 2017 · Urgent care only · Adults and children 12+ · Appointments from 8:20 AM to 11:40 AM · Please schedule an appointment in advance by calling 415-406-1353…
Effective July 24th, you will receive text or phone appointment reminders from the clinic. We will need your consent.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 Turn in by mail, email, or in person Attn: Mayra Garcia, MNHC Youth Program MayraGarcia@mnhc.org 415-552-1013 ext 2380 Mission Neighborhood Health Center 240 Shotwell St San…
Executive Director’s Letter Read Our Newsletter > I have just returned from our national meeting of community health centers in Washington DC.
At MNHC, we believe that healthy eating is a cornerstone of optimum health. With the support of a Kaiser Permanente Grant, Iran Pont, RD, Chronic Disease Coordinator, in collaboration with the MNHC Wellness department,…
MNHC was recently designated a Legacy Business with the support of former San Francisco Board Supervisor David Campos.
A Note from Our Executive Director Read Our Newsletter > San Francisco has created the San Francisco Legacy Business Registry and Mission Neighborhood Health Center is proud to have been nominated by Board of Supervisor…
Notice about Valencia Clinic Closure As of January 22nd, 2016 the Mission Neighborhood Health Center Valencia Clinic at 1647 Valencia Street has permanently closed.
In May 2016, Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) launched All About Asthma – a program in partnership with Breathe California Golden Gate with funding from Kaiser Permanente – San Francisco Community Benefit…
One of the first things you notice when you speak with Dr. Brad Williams, Clinical Chief at MNHC’s Excelsior Clinic, is his gentle voice and humble demeanor. Dr.
Mission Neighborhood Resource Center (MNRC), a part of Mission Neighborhood Health Center dedicated to serving the homeless, has reason to celebrate these days.
It’s a little known fact that Mission Neighborhood Health Center’s Shotwell site was a former jukebox factory in the 1960’s.
Notice about Valencia Clinic The Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) will undergo an important change in its organization, one which will ultimately improve our ability to provide high quality care to all who need…
Every Wednesday a group of about 8-12 women meet in the MNHC Shotwell Clinic conference room. A room busy with meetings, Zumba, and various events, quiets down to provide a relaxing space for these women to talk about…
Read Our Newsletter > A Note from Our Executive Director This past summer was a productive few months for Mission Neighborhood Health Center.
October 1st of 2015 was the deadline for all health organizations to meet the transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10. Health centers and health organizations around the nation trained their staff to use ICD-10.
The Alero Project launched in November 2014 with the support of Mission Neighborhood Health Center and the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions.
Health centers around the nation faced losing 70% of their federal funding this October. Community leaders and community health centers descended in Washington D.C in March to talk to our congressional representatives…
Nelly Pino, our Behavioral Health provider since February 2015, came to us with a mission to end the stigma of mental health in the Latino community.
The passage of the Affordable Care Act gave thousands of uninsured individuals and families the opportunity to find affordable insurance. However, many Latino residents around the nation remain uninsured.
Read Our Newsletter > A Note from Our Executive Director This past March, Mission Neighborhood Health Center and other community health centers around the nation joined together to stop a 70% reduction of federal…
Thursday, August 13, 2015 3:00pm to 5 :00pm Mission Neighborhood Health Center 240 Shotwell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States (map) Add To Calendar Light refreshments will be provided RSVP * indicates…
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The Alero Project launched in November 2014 with the support of Mission Neighborhood Health Center and the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions.
In late 2013, the number of unaccompanied minors entering the U.S. surged. While this influx has proved controversial for some, many local leaders have responded with compassion and concern.
On December 12th, 2014, MNHC hosted a party at the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts in honor of the 25th anniversary of Clínica Esperanza.
On December 13 th , 2014, a line of families wrapped around Mission Neighborhood Health Center in anticipation of the annual Christmas Toy Drive.
One of the values of Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is to develop strong relationships with its patients and honor their voices.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. To increase awareness about risks and preventative behaviors, Mission Neighborhood Health Center proudly participated in American…
Read Our Newsletter > A Note from Our Executive Director As MNHC looks forward to the new opportunities this year brings, we also look ahead for new ways to serve and provide a cultural embrace to the community we…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRESS RELEASE Contact: Erika Rivas Development Associate (415) 552-1013 x 264 / erikarivas@www.mnhc.org Unaccompanied Immigrant Minors Receiving Mental Health Services From Mission Neighborhood…
It is 9:56 a.m. but these photos were taken much earlier. It is now 60˚ and expected to rise to not at all, but rain will fall. Details for the next ten days here .
We are pleased to report that the Affordable Care Act has provided some exciting opportunities for our patients and community.
A vital component of Mission Neighborhood Health Center’s legacy for the past 47 years is serving its many generations of families in the community.
MNHC Clinical Outcomes Beat U.S. Standards To ensure that we deliver consistent quality of care for all of our patients. MNHC monitors clinical care and patient/family experience in a variety of ways.
$25,000 Kaiser Permanente Grant Funds Mission Neighborhood Health Center’s Integrated Behavioral Health Program Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is the proud recipient of a $25,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente…
In February, the HIV Clinic at MNHC, Clínica Esperanza, received a generous donation of $100,000 from the Thomas M. Dross Estate.
Through the generosity of the City of San Francisco and the support of San Francisco Supervisor David Campos, Mission Neighborhood Health Center is the recipient of a $700,000 grant over two years to support care for…
As a young adult, Dr. Jaime Ruiz loved working with children and dreamed of becoming an elementary school teacher.
If you spend time with Dr. Ricardo Alvarez, you will no doubt notice his passion for serving others and his gratitude for being able to make a difference in people’s lives.
MNHC is leading the way in the Mission District to ensure patients and community members have the opportunity to enroll in new insurance options through the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
