Tampa Nonprofits and Charities

The JCHC is truly a gift of the people of Tampa Bay to the people of Tampa Bay, Serving the medically indigent, the working poor---those who cannot afford health insurance, it offers hope, and healing. Volunteer doctors, nurses pharmacists and other medical professionals give their time and knowledge, and services are donated by organizations throughout the community. Last year over 35,000 patient visits were served. It truly is a haven for those lost in the health care system

I am a female recipient of Shriner's Hospital services when I was 11 years old, 1961. The hospital was in San Francisco CA which I understand has since been relocated to Sacramento CA. My mother marveled at their competency and stated that there were no fees involved for their services. I received a spinal fusion and it was the first time for me being away from my parents. At that time parents were allowed only visitation of once a week on Sundays. We were schooled in the facility so we could keep up with our studies. I remember making lots of new friends throughout my stay. The staff was very welcoming and made my stay of 2 months with them as enjoyable as they could. I will forever be indebted to these wonderful people as without the surgery I would have become a hunchback.

I love being part of an organization that helps families in the community. We have a staff dedicated to working with the community's most vulnerable to ensure that they are able to obtain and/or maintain their housing and provide support services to help them end their homelessness and improve family well-being.

I accompanied a friend to Moffit Magnolia for his stage IV cancer treatment. We initially felt confident in seeing if Moffitt had a second opinion of treatment for his Prostate cancer. There was good guidance about not doing cryosurgery previously advised here in Orlando. The treatment recommendation was different, and we felt we were moving in the right direction. After 4 months, we asked to have his next appt. with the primary Doctor, as she was soon scheduled for personal leave for a few months. Besides his monthly shot, the intent of the visit was to consider a drug vacation. She scheduled a scan that would be a baseline to evaluate his progress. My friend is very claustrophobic and all but begged twice for a few anxiety pills to take just prior to the scan as his other doctor had done for previous successful scans. She refused him even after a second request. This med. was on his previous charts and even the prep sheet given to him referred to such medication in preparation for the scan. When questioned her nurse proceeded to cancel the scan and advised him to go elsewhere for it. What started out as a hopeful relationship with this provider soon plummeted to an awful sense of rejection and possible prejudice. He was very concerned that if things went downhill, would she be there for him. We also contacted a Moffit patient advocate department concerning his experience and were promised a follow up call by a supervisor- which never happened. Nevertheless, he has returned to his previous doctor with Fl Cancer Specialists who have treated him with profound respect. As his health care advocate, I give one star for all the kindness of other staff. This does not negate the Doctors behavior. I advise research and homework before making a caregiver decision.

I thought this company offered dental care . I found out they only give tooth brushing lessons by teachers in a classroom. Their website is misleading. I would not refer to them for health.