Auburn Renewal Center (ARC) is a free medical clinic located on the grounds of the Auburn Seventh-day Adventist church. Auburn Renewal Center offers basic medical services to the under-insured, uninsured, and unsheltered residents of the greater Auburn area. Clinic is primarily for people 18 years old, low income, uninsured, under-insured, unsheltered. Children over 8 can be seen on a case by case basis.

Services are every Tuesday 9am-1pm, and Thursdays by appointment.

Services include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Optical
• Mental Health
• Chiropractic Clinic

Placer county residents only and need proof of residence.

Web pages

• Auburn Renewal Center - https://www.auburnclinic.org/

Healthcare is available for individuals and families through programs including Medi-Cal, Medicare Premium Payment assistance, and the County Medical Services Program (CMSP).

Medi-Cal

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. This is a public health insurance program that pays for a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.

Medicare Savings Plan (MSP) formerly called Medicare Premium Payment Program

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people 65 or older, and some younger people with disabilities. To apply for Medicare, you need to go through the federal government - you can apply online at Medicare.gov. If you have Medicare coverage, Medi-Cal may be able to pay your Medicare Part B premiums through a Medicare Savings Plan. You may also be eligible to receive Medicare and Medi-Cal coverage at the same time, which can help reduce your out-of-pocket costs. People are encouraged to apply for full scope Medi-Cal…

Covered California provides a state health insurance marketplace where individuals and small businesses in California can compare and purchase health plans. Helps determine eligibility for federal subsidies, tax credits, or Medi-Cal.

Services include:

• Offering one application for both Medi-Cal and Covered California plans
• Helping users compare health insurance options and apply for coverage
• Providing dental coverage for children with all plans; optional dental plans available for adults
• Supporting multiple languages via dedicated phone lines

Language Lines

Web pages

• Home - https://www.coveredca.com/
• Medi-Cal Eligibility and Covered California - Frequ…

Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) offers dental services for children and adults at its Federally Qualified Health Center in Midtown Sacramento. Care is available to Native and non-Native community members.

Services include:

• Oral exams, X-rays, and regular cleanings
• Fillings, deep cleanings, and oral surgery
• Dentures, partials, and implants
• Cosmetic services, like teeth whitening

Additional notes:

​Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, and offers a sliding scale for Native American patients in Sacramento County. Individuals from Placer or Nevada counties must pay out of pocket.

Web pages

• Home - https://snahc.org/dental/

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant people, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.

Medi-Cal is free or low-cost for California residents who meet eligibility requirements. Medi-Cal considers income, but there is no asset limit (bank accounts, cash, property, vehicles).

Most applicants who apply through Covered California and enroll in Medi-Cal will receive care through managed health care plans. In Nevada and Placer Counties, the managed care provider is Partnership HealthPlan of California (PHC). Medi-Cal is financed equally by the state and federal government. Medi-Cal and Covered California use the same application. This means that once you apply using CoveredCA.com, you’ll find out which program you qualify for. Some hou…

Medi-Cal offers transportation to and from appointments for services covered by Medi-Cal. This includes transportation to medical, dental, mental health, or substance use disorder appointments, and to pick up prescriptions and medical supplies.

There are two types of transportation for appointments:

• Nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) is transportation by ambulance, wheelchair van, or litter van for those who cannot use public or private transportation.
• Nonmedical transportation (NMT) is transportation by private or public vehicle for people who do not have another way to get to their appointment.

Medi-Cal recipients with Partnership HealthPlan of California (PHC) can contact PHC for transportation services. PHC is the managed care provider for both Nevada and Placer Counties.


Web pages

• Transportation for Medi-Cal Covered Services - Partnership HealthPlan of California - https://cde.211connectingpoint.org/resource/87135183/

United Way of Nevada County allocates donated funds from annual fundraising campaign to qualified Nevada County non-profit human service organizations; forwards donor designated funds to non-profit health and human service organizations; collaborates with local government, education, local businesses and humans service organizations.
Programs include:

• Food Access Saturday - Free food distribution every Saturday at 440 Henderson Street, Grass Valley (10 AM - 1 PM). https://uwnc.org/food-access-saturday-1
• School Food Pantry - Access to healthy food beyond the school day and empower them to care for themselves, their families, and their future. https://uwnc.org/school-food-pantry-1https://uwnc.org/school-food-pantry-1
• Project Warmth - Winter clothing giveaway at their Shopping Sprees. https://uwnc.org/project-warmth
• A Healthier Nevada County - Medical, Dental and Vision services. https://uwnc.org/a-healthier-nevada-county
• A Day of Action - Annual day of community action, volunteers a…

Shingle Springs Tribal Health provides comprehensive dental services for individuals of all ages, emphasizing the importance of dental health as part of overall well-being.

Services include:

• Routine check-ups and cleanings
• Placement and restoration of dental implants
• Orthodontic services, including braces and Invisalign
• Pediatric dental care, recommending biannual visits starting at six months of age

Additional Information:

• Offers a sliding fee discount program based on family size and income; some dental procedures may not be eligible for discounts.
• Accepts various insurance plans; contact the clinic to verify coverage.

Web pages

• Home - http://sshwc.org/
• Sliding Fee Discount Application (PDF) - https://sshwc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sliding-Fee-Application_062824.pdf

Sierra Family Health Center provides complete health exams for children, including primary care and dental care.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sierraclinic.org/

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This is a Ready to Grow (R2G) resource. Ready to Grow is a First 5 Nevada County program to connect children 0-5 with services and information that support their well-being. Organizations with programs that have this R2G tag may have additional programs of interest to families.

Sierra Family Health Center provides a rural family practice medical clinic and also provides assistance with Cal-Fresh and Medi-Cal applications.

Medical Services

• General medical care for children and adults
• Preventative Care
• Chronic health conditions
• Care for minor emergencies
• Well-child exams and immunizations
• Telepsychiatry

Chiropractic Care

• Headaches
• Neck and back pain
• Postural issues
• Sprains and strains
• Sciatica

Dental Services

• Exams and cleanings
• Fillings, crowns, and bridges
• Children’s dentistry
• Hygiene education and prevention

Behavioral Health

• Healthy lifestyle counseling
• Solution-focused therapy for anxiety and depression
• Mindfulness meditation
• Weight loss
• Smoking and alcohol cessation
• Substance misuse management
• Sleep hygiene
• Pain management
• Dental phobia

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sierraclinic.org/