Last updated on March 10, 2008

The mission of the Haight Ashbury Free Clinics is to increase access to health care for all and improve the health and well-being of our clients. More than 18,000 individuals and their loved ones depend on the Clinics every year to provide free, high-quality, demystified and comprehensive health care that is culturally sensitive, nonjudgmental and accessible to all in need.

Description:
While services are available to all, Haight Ashbury Free Clinics primarily serves clients who cannot access other sources of care: the uninsured and underinsured "working poor" people who are homeless, youths, and many individuals who have substance abuse and/or mental health issues.

The Medical Clinics provides urgent care for a variety of problems including upper respiratory infections, sexually transmitted diseases, skin conditions and flu symptoms.

By providing continuity care to persons living with HIV and other chronic illnesses such as diabetes, high blood pressure and asthma, Haight Ashbury Free Clinics plays a critical role in providing timely, cost-effective care to those most in need.

History:
During the social revolution of the 1960s, the Haight Street Free Clinic was established to help the thousands of young people on the street in the Haight Ashbury district whose lives were affected by drug and alcohol abuse, mental and physical problems. With nowhere to turn, they found treatment and support when traditional services turned their backs on them. Since then, the Clinics have grown to become one of the largest multi-service providers in Northern California.

Contact people:

Varsha Singh, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Leoni Figueredo, Office Manager, (phone), (email) John Grima, Program Director, (email)

Main office number: (415) 746-1950
Office fax number: (415) 431-9909

Address:

558 Clayton St San Francisco, CA 94117 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.hafci.org/

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: N / Carl and Cole,   Walk distance (in minutes): 10   Nearest Bus Stop: 71, 43, 33/ Haight and Clayton, 0 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No

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