Northside Community Health Care Center, Inc.

Northside Community Health Care Center, Inc. (EIN: 473368774) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive primary and preventive health care services to underserved populations. Founded in January 2002, the center was established through a collaboration of local residents, faith-based organizations, and health and social service providers to address significant health disparities in the Fort Worth Northside community. It operates as a 501(c)(3) entity and is designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), qualifying it for federal funding to support its mission[1][2].

History and Background

The Northside Community Health Care Center originated as the Fort Worth Northside Community Health Center, Inc. (FWNCHC) with the goal of improving health outcomes in an area marked by high chronic disease rates and socioeconomic challenges. Its founding partners sought to empower the community and provide accessible, quality health care as a safety net for underserved populations. In 2005, the center expanded through a partnership with the University of North Texas Health Science Center and the John Peter Smith Health Network. By 2010, the organization rebranded as North Texas Area Community Health Centers, Inc. (NTACHC) to reflect an expanded service area and broadened mission. In September 2018, the organization inaugurated a new 33,800-square-foot Northside Community Health Center facility, offering a wide range of services including primary care, behavioral health, diabetes management, laboratory services, and an on-site pharmacy[1][2].

Service Area and Population

The center primarily serves a population of approximately 160,961 individuals in Fort Worth’s Northside and surrounding areas, including Southeast Fort Worth and Arlington. The Northside facility is centrally located within 13 federally designated medically underserved and health professional shortage areas. The demographic composition is predominately Hispanic (approximately 77%), along with African American (7%) and other groups. The majority of the population lives near or below 200% of the federal poverty level, with many households experiencing incomes below $15,000 annually. The region faces elevated rates of diabetes, obesity, and other health disparities that the center seeks to address through comprehensive care[2].

Services Provided

Northside Community Health Care Center offers a full spectrum of family-oriented health services designed to meet the needs of its diverse patient base. Services include:

• Family Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN)
• Family Planning
• Prenatal Care
• Behavioral Health Services, including counseling for depression and anxiety
• Health Education and Disease Prevention
• Chronic disease management, including diabetes care
• Laboratory and pharmacy services onsite

These services are delivered with a focus on accessibility, quality, and culturally appropriate care to reduce barriers and improve health equity within the community[1][2].

Mission and Impact

The center’s mission is to foster a healthy community through accessible, affordable, and integrated health care services. Its role as a Federally Qualified Health Center positions it as a critical safety net provider, striving to reduce health disparities among low-income and medically underserved populations in the greater Fort Worth area. The organization's ongoing commitment to community empowerment and comprehensive care exemplifies the broader community health center movement’s heritage[1][2].

Note: This article is based on information associated with Northside Community Health Care Center, Inc. as identifiable through EIN 473368774 and publicly available organizational details.