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OUR MISSION

YOUR WELLNESS IS OUR PRIORITY OUR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS ARE DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU FEEL YOUR BEST

 

Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center


The nonprofit health care organization, Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center, provides a full range of medical services to adults and families in Newark, New Jersey. Home to experienced medical professionals, Virginia Atieh, FNP, and Selande Charles, FNP, the practice is dedicated to serving the community.

The goal of Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center is to provide culturally competent, affordable health care for all members of the community. Everyone is welcome, regardless of the ability to pay.

Come to the practice for general medical services like treating allergies and asthma care, COVID-19 testing, and management of chronic conditions, like diabetes and hypertension. You can also take advantage of women’s health care and STD testing. If you’re struggling with mental health concerns or substance abuse, the providers are ready to help.

Pediatrics and geriatric care are also available as part of the comprehensive offerings. Call today to arrange an appointment or use the online tool to schedule your appointment.



 

SLIDING-FEE SCALE

No insurance? No problem. We believe you should be able to access high quality health care regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center accepts all patients regardless of their insurance or financial status. We are a federally funded health care center which allows us to offer a wide range of services through a sliding-scale fee.

Download the current sliding-fee scale in English or Spanish. To begin the sliding-fee application process, simply download the application form and bring it with you to your next scheduled appointment.

If you wish to qualify for the sliding-fee scale, you must show proof of gross annual income for all immediate family members living in your household. Gross income is all income from all sources before taxes.

Acceptable Income Verification:

  • Recent Federal tax return
  • IRS form W-2 or 1099
  • Two current pay stubs

Patient Forms:

Eligibility Determination for Sliding Fee Discounts (English)

Eligibility Determination for Sliding Fee Discounts (Spanish)

 

What we offer

Services

 

WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?

Our nonprofit health care organization can provide a full range of medical services. Our goal is to provide culturally competent, affordable health care for you, your family and anyone else who needs it in our community. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of their ability to pay. You can visit our health care center for: Behavioral health services General medical services Geriatric medical services Pediatric medical services You can come to us for a checkup, physical exam or sick visit. Call 973-433 -9773 now to discuss health care options with one of our staff members.

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FIND OUT ABOUT OUR HEALTH CARE CENTER

When looking for a health care center, you need one that's the right fit for your medical needs, values and budget. You can trust your health to our expert health care providers. Our founders have dedicated our work to community-based practice. We strive to reduce disparities in health care and health outcomes. In service of that goal, you and other members of the community will always find affordable medical care at our center. Get in touch with us today to find out more about our services.

 

Provider

Selande Charles, FNP

National Health Center Week

National Health Center Week 2021 Recognizing Community Health Centers who open their doors to EVERYONE regardless of insurance, ability to pay, or immigration status.

Location

Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center
788 Mount Prospect Avenue, 2ND Floor
North Ward
Newark, NJ 07104
Phone: 973-433-9773
Fax: 973-433-9761

Office Hours

Get in touch

973-433-9773