What Clinical Services are offered by Coastal VIM?
- Primary and on-going care
- Physicals and health screenings
- Mental Health Counseling
- Adult Psychiatric Services
- Women’s Care and Cervical and Breast Cancer Screenings through NJCEED
- Diabetes and other chronic disease management
- Diagnostic testing through Southern Ocean Medical Center
- Prescription Assistance Program
- Social service referrals
- Health Education
- Vision and Diabetic Eye Screenings through NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired
- Free glasses
- Flu Vaccines
Whom should I expect to see at Coastal VIM?
You will receive care by experienced and qualified medical and nursing professionals. All volunteer medical and nursing professionals are screened to ensure that they have the appropriate credentials, licenses and continuing education necessary to practice safely. Because the practitioners, nurses and other health professionals at Coastal VIM are volunteers, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to see the same provider each time you visit.
You will also see non-medical professionals assisting in the provision of services.
What will it cost to come to the clinic?
The clinic is free of charge. We encourage voluntary donations in money and in kind to assist with medical and office supplies. If you need a service that cannot be provided by Coastal VIM, we will assist you in finding the needed medical care. Services outside Coastal VIM may not be provided free of charge.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Eligibility for service is based on 2023 Federal Poverty levels. You are eligible if your annual family income is under 300% of that level and you have no health insurance.
2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines (x300%) for the 48 Contiguous States and the District of Columbia
| Family Size | Gross Yearly Income | Gross Monthly Income | Weekly Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $43,740 | $ 3,645 | $841 |
| 2 | $59,160 | $4,930 | $1,137 |
| 3 | $74,580 | $6,215 | $1,434 |
| 4 | $90,000 | $7,500 | $1,730 |
| 5 | $105,420 | $8,785 | $2,027 |
| 6 | $120, 840 | $10,070 | $2,323 |
| 7 | $136,260 | $11,355 | $2,620 |
| 8 | $151,680 | $12,640 | $2,916 |
| 9 | $167,100 | $13,925 | $3,213 |
1. Clients must show Proof of Residency in Ocean County, New Jersey. This may be shown by bills or rent receipts, driver’s license or a landlord’s letter verifying your residency. A Post Office Box is not acceptable.
2. Proof of Total Household Annual Income – This includes paycheck stubs, social security and/or Federal Income Tax 1040 Form, disability and/or pension benefits, and/or unemployment benefits from all that contribute to the Total Household Annual Income. For married individuals, the spouse’s income must be reported.
3. If you have insurance — you are not eligible. If you are eligible for Medicaid, Medicare or if you are a Veteran, you should go to your designated provider. Please remember that Coastal Volunteers in Medicine is a VOLUNTEER Clinic with limited resources. All of our support comes from donations. If you meet the eligibility guidelines, we will do all that we can to assist you with your healthcare concerns; if you do not meet our requirements, we will assist you with an appropriate referral.
Only clients who meet the income and residence requirements will receive a medical appointment. In cases of acute illness, we will do our best to fit clients into our schedule as soon as possible, with the understanding that they will complete the eligibility process.
Will interpretation/translation for Spanish speakers be available?
Yes, trained bilingual staff and interpreters are part of our volunteer staff and will be available during clinic hours.
How do I make an appointment?
The clinic is open on Thursdays based on clinician availability. To make an appointment, please call (609) 384-0102.
What should I bring with me to the initial clinic visit?
A. Identification
- State-issued photo identification showing your current address.
- Additional proof of where you live (like a power or water bill).
- Any other government-issued identity cards.
B. Financial Information
- A list of everyone in your household—their names, ages, and relationship to you.
- Proof of household income: copy of your last tax return; W-2s; stubs from paychecks or benefit payments; award letters for child support, Social Security, unemployment assistance, veteran’s benefits, or Work First; copies of alimony checks; a description of any help you receive from other people, ministries, or agencies.
C. Medical Information
- The bottles for any medications, supplements, or vitamins you take or have recently taken.
- Any other medical records you might have.
- A list of your health questions or concerns.