Free care exists
in your neighborhood.
Let us show you where.
Sliding-scale clinics, prescription help, free screenings — organized by your situation, your zip code, and the bus routes you already take.
Tell us your situation.
We know exactly where to send you.
Every resource below was verified by a Catalyst navigator this week. Hours, bus routes, what to bring — no guessing.
"free clinic near me no insurance"
I need to see a doctor but have no insurance.
There are three community health centers within 2 miles that accept everyone — insured, uninsured, undocumented — and charge on a sliding scale based on what you earn. Here they are.
Eastside Community Health Center
Northgate Family Clinic
"free kids vaccines near me" · "school immunization clinic"
My child needs vaccinations for school.
Children under 18 can get all required school vaccinations free through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. These two locations have walk-in hours specifically for school-age children.
Riverside Pediatric Clinic
Public Health Department — Southside Clinic
"free prescription assistance" · "medication help low income"
I can't afford my prescriptions.
Most major drug manufacturers have patient assistance programs that give medications free or nearly free to people who can't afford them. These local pharmacies and programs can enroll you on the spot.
Eastside Community Health Center — Pharmacy
Want all 47 clinics in one printable list?
Download Your Neighborhood Health GuideSkipping doses to cover groceries
is not a medical plan.
These four programs cover most common medications. A Catalyst navigator can enroll you in all of them in a single 20-minute phone call.
NeedyMeds Patient Assistance
Up to 100% freeConnects patients directly to over 1,000 drug manufacturer programs that provide medications free or at deep discount. A Catalyst navigator can submit the application for you.
Who qualifies
Uninsured or underinsured · Income under 200% federal poverty level
How to enroll
Call us at (555) 987-6543 or visit Eastside Community Health Center pharmacy
GoodRx Free Discount Card
40–80% off genericsA free card (no signup required) that reduces the price of most generic prescriptions by 40–80% at any pharmacy, including Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart.
Who qualifies
Anyone — no income limit, no insurance required
How to enroll
Print at goodrx.com or ask a Catalyst navigator for a pre-printed card
Illinois Rx Buying Club
Avg. $47/month savingsState-run program for Illinois residents that negotiates bulk pricing on 400+ common medications. Monthly membership is $15 with no income limit.
Who qualifies
Illinois residents · No income limit · Any insurance status
How to enroll
Sign up at illinoisrx.gov or call the state line at 1-800-226-0768
RxAssist — Chronic Condition Programs
Free for qualifying conditionsSpecializes in free medications for chronic conditions: insulin, blood pressure, asthma inhalers, cholesterol. Many programs ship directly to your home.
Who qualifies
Chronic condition diagnosis · Uninsured or Medicare Part D gap
How to enroll
Call our pharmacy navigator at (555) 987-6544
We list every program in our printable guide, with enrollment phone numbers and what to say.
Download Your Neighborhood Health GuideThe chest pain you've been ignoring
deserves 20 minutes of someone's time.
These events are free, no appointment needed, and staffed by people who speak your language — literally.
Feb
28
Fri
Heart Health & Blood Pressure Clinic
Free10am – 2pm
What they test
Note: Walk-in only. Bring a list of current medications if you have one.
Reserve a spot — (555) 987-6543Mar
7
Sat
Dental Exam & Cleaning Day
Free9am – 4pm
Only 12 spots remaining
What they test
Note: Free for adults who have not had a dental exam in 2+ years. Call to reserve your spot.
Reserve a spot — (555) 987-6543Mar
14
Sat
Women's Wellness & Mammogram Van
Free8am – 12pm
What they test
Note: Women 40+ or under 40 with family history. No appointment needed. Spanish-speaking staff available.
Mar
21
Sat
Children's Vision & Hearing Screening
Free10am – 3pm
What they test
Note: For children ages 3–18. Parents must be present. Results letter provided for school.
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Download Your Neighborhood Health GuideReal people. Real zip codes. Real care found.
I'd been putting off seeing a doctor for two years because I didn't know I could afford it. The navigator called me back in 20 minutes and now I have a doctor. Two bus stops away.
Delores Washington
Home health aide, South Shore
My grandchildren needed their school vaccines and I had no idea where to go. Catalyst gave me the exact address, the bus route, and told me what to bring. We went the next morning.
Rosa Elena Fuentes
Grandmother of three, Pilsen
I was paying $180 a month for my blood pressure medication. A Catalyst navigator enrolled me in a patient assistance program in one phone call. Now it's free.
Marcus T. Johnson
Retired teacher, Bronzeville
4,200+
Families helped since 2021
47
Clinics mapped & verified
12
Prescription programs
23
Free events this quarter
Your Neighborhood
Health Guide.
A printable, zip-code-specific list of every free and sliding-scale resource within reach — clinics, prescriptions, dental, mental health, and screenings.
Start with your zip code.
We use your zip code to find the resources closest to you.
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Talk to a Navigator — (555) 987-6543Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Bilingual navigators available