They anticipate a large number of patients needing free dental care who are financially eligible to participate in the HANDS program. A lot of lower income adults can\'t afford emergency care, much less regular dental services.So, with a group of volunteers they offer dental services at this center.
This center partners with St. Lucie County School District to provide dental health education, dental screenings, and referrals for treatment to pre-school and elementary students. The lack of basic dental services for uninsured children and their families are negatively impacting our children's readiness to learn.
Fort Pierce
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Many communities have clinics that charge little or nothing for dental care. They are usually run by nonprofits, community health centers, dental schools and local health departments, and they often rely on grants, donations and public funding. Some serve everyone on a sliding fee scale, while others focus on children, seniors or people without insurance. Every clinic sets its own rules, so call ahead and ask what you qualify for.