THE FREE CLINIC OF PICKAWAY COUNTY

The Clinic is up and running.   Its purpose is to provide medical care tor residents of Pickaway County who have no insurance and whose earnings fall within 200% of the poverty line.   It is staffed completely by volunteers and is held at Dr. Gillen's office at 111 Island Rd. on Tuesday evenings.

Community UMC will staff the clinic each 4th Tuesday.   Staff arrives at 4:30 pm and the clinic lasts until all clients are seen (about 8:00 pm).  The volunteers are both clinical (RNs, LPNs, etc.) and clerical.  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Diane Sutton or the church office for information and applicatiion. 

Adult Nurture

Adult Nurture programs include:

Health Ministries - This ministry provides a holistic approach to health.  Programs include weekly blood pressure screening, monthly newsletter articles, information pamphlets, sponsoring of flu shots, workshops and seminars and yoga classes throughout the week.   We also act as a health resource and referral agent through visits and phone calls, making referrals to Commmunity Cares (see Caring Ministries) or other appropriate community resources. 

Quilting Groups - Groups presently meet on both Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at the church.   All are welcome, novices and experienced quilters.   Various projects are worked on for both the church and community.

Mature Adults - The programs offers a variety of opportunties including monthly programs and luncheons, bi-monthly trips, euchre and other activities. 

United Methodist Women (UMW) - This is a community of women centered in a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.   UMW is focused on ministries and financial support for women, children, and youth through missions, both locally and globally.   United Methodist Women supports and uses personal skills in service and offers leadership development and spiritual growth for its members.  Currently two circles (small groups) meet monthly at the church.