Information for Patients

1. What you need to know

AMEN offers medical, dental and vision services at no cost. We do not require proof of insurance, employment, income, ID or immigration status. Everybody is entitled to services. Services are on a first come first serve basis. Appointments cannot be made in advance. Wristbands for admittance will be distributed the morning of each clinic day.

2. What to bring

As you can see, it may be a very long day for you and/or your family, and your comfort is your responsibility. You are not required to bring anything with you. Therefore, we suggest the following:

  • Bring food and water.
  • Bring items to relieve boredom: reading material or other form of portable entertainment; for small children consider bringing a small toy.
  • Please bring food that will not adversely impact your blood sugar level or your blood pressure. High blood sugar, or high blood pressure levels may prevent us from providing you treatment at the clinic.
  • Wear comfortable clothing.
  • We advise bringing chairs for waiting in line in the morning hours. Once inside, there will be designated waiting areas with seats.
  • Bring all of the medications that you take every day, and take them just like you normally do.
  • Because you will likely wait outside of the clinic site until the clinic begins, we suggest checking weather conditions and preparing accordingly.

AMEN is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

3. What not to bring

The presence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or firearms will result in the denial of service.

4. What services does AMEN offer?

  • Dental: cleaning, fillings, extractions
  • Vision: eye examination to include cataract & glaucoma screenings, diabetic eye photos, prescription glasses
  • Medical: general medicine, physicals
  • Education: educational resources and information are provided throughout service areas

Note: due to time constraints, be prepared to choose between dental and vision services. All patients will have the option of receiving dental and medical care or vision and medical care, but not dental and vision care on the same day.

5. Do I need to make an appointment?

AMEN offers services on a first-come, first-serve basis; therefore, we do not make appointments.

6. How do I get into the clinic?

To enter a clinic you will need a color wristband, and to receive a color wristband you will need to be present when we provide them.

7. Can I get a wristband for my friend or family member?

Because our services are free and resources are limited, we only give wristbands to those who are physically present at the time of number distribution.

8. Aftercare

Recovering from a procedure? Read our aftercare guidance for tooth extractions and fillings.