Turlock philanthropic partnership offers free medications, prescription assistance
Pratap Anne, a pharmacist and philanthropist, has lived in the Central Valley for more than 17 years. He was born in India but calls the valley home and its residents are neighbors he wants to help. “When I was dispensing meds, a lot of people wouldn’t want to take the medications because they couldn’t afford […]
Officials urge mental health awareness during pandemic
While everyone works to maintain good physical health during the pandemic, experts say it’s also important to pay attention to mental health. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused mental health issues for many people and ranges in spectrum from feeling anxious to falling into depression. “Having anxiety or depression right now, given the circumstances we are […]
New urgent care opens in downtown Gustine, aims to assist underserved community
Multiple agencies are partnering to bring increased medical care to the city of Gustine, on the west side of Merced County. A new urgent care center at 489 5th St. in downtown Gustine opened in February, according to a Legacy Health Endowment news release. The center, called Gustine Urgent Care, is open Monday through Friday […]
Building a Better Turlock: How the Homeless Problem will Inevitably Challenge Healthcare for the Middle Class in our Community
Dear Reader, The report that follows is very straight forward. It discusses the problems of the homeless and our Community at large. Turlock does not have a homeless “crisis,” but we do have a homeless problem. This problem impacts too many downtown businesses, healthcare providers, the police and fire departments and citizens generally. Our Community’s […]
Committed to helping our community
“With every community facing questions and challenges regarding the Coronavirus, we have added a section to the LHE website bringing you the latest information. Our goal is to keep you informed and educated. If you have additional questions please email me at jeffrey@legacyhealthendowment.org and we will respond.” -Jeffrey Lewis, CEO of Legacy Health Endowment Stay […]
