In all cases, a goal of care is increasing patient independence so that ultimately the patient is registered with a provider such as the East Dallas Health Center, knows how to make appointments, and is able to recognize the need to seek health care. She had an eleven year old son with Down's, a thirteen year old daughter who provided most of Mrs. C's care, and a fifteen year old son who was sent to prison midway through the course of care. For two years, Mrs. C received at least three home visits each week. She agreed to hospice care about two months before dying. A faculty member was with her when she died at home earlier this year.
Childhood immunizations are available on all clinic days.
Volunteers provide a variety of services including transportation, home visits, reading to children, administrative work, and assistance to staff. Nursing care is provided by Baylor University School of Nursing students and volunteers. Social work is provided on Thursdays and Fridays by a professional social worker. Chaplain and spiritual care services are provided by Common Grace Ministries and Park Cities Presbyterian Church. Southwestern Medical School Women's Clinic, Parkland Memorial Hospital, Children's Medical Center, and private physicians in East Dallas.