Sometimes it's just difficult to get to a hospital. Wellness on Wheels moves past all those obstacles and gets care to the people where they need it. Mely Davenport, Executive Director Nena Salazar speaks highly of Providence Wellness on Wheels, and not simply because she recently needed the van's services to treat a serious bronchial infection. Nena recognizes the difference the mobile clinic has made in the lives of her Central Washington neighbors, most of whom are Hispanic farmworkers and laborers in the produce industry. Many have nowhere else to turn for health care.
Families come for church, or an event, and then they come here for their health care.
It's so nice for all of us. One woman steps into the spotless private exam room for a physical. Other patients will come to monitor their diabetes or blood pressure or perhaps view a video on nutrition, smoking cessation, or car safety. Still others will receive a needed immunization or treatment for a sudden illness or injury. We bring care to the people where they live and work.