Access Kershaw (AK)/Community Medical Clinic (CMC) of Kershaw County

Organization type: Community-based organization 

• Project health topic(s): High-need/high-cost service utilization 

• Number of CHWs supported: 1 full time and 1 part time 

• SC region(s) served: Midlands (Lancaster County, Northern Kershaw County) 

• Participants served: Uninsured and underinsured adults in Lancaster and northern Kershaw counties with a focus on 29720. 

Services provided: 

• Conduct CMC intake, application, and Arizona Self-Sufficiency Matrix assessments to identify needs and gaps. 

• Provide resource navigation, referrals, and care coordination to safety net providers. 

• Conduct community outreach at local businesses, doctor’s offices, and events. 

• Adjust CHW schedules to meet community demand and conduct targeted outreach. 

Impact: 

• Addressed a critical care gap in Lancaster County, previously without AccessHealth or free medical services. 

• Projected to serve 100 annually. To date, AK has served 126 unique clients.