Alcona Citizens For Health Inc.

Alcona Citizens For Health Inc., doing business as Alcona Health Center, is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity registered in SAM.gov since 2006, located in Alpena, Michigan. The organization primarily serves healthcare needs in northern Michigan, focusing on delivering primary and preventive medical services to underserved and rural communities. As a community-based healthcare provider, Alcona Health Center is committed to addressing healthcare disparities and improving access to medical services for vulnerable populations, particularly in areas with Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA) and Medically Underserved Areas (MUA).

The organization has consistently received federal grant awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), specifically from the Bureau of Primary Health Care, supporting a range of critical healthcare initiatives. These grants have included COVID-19 related programs such as expanding vaccination efforts, coronavirus testing capacity, and infrastructure support through the American Rescue Plan Act. Most notably, Alcona Health Center was recently awarded a $915,000 congressional directive grant to fund a mobile medical clinic, aimed at delivering healthcare services directly to approximately 250,000 residents in rural northern Michigan, with a particular focus on populations living below 200% of the federal poverty level. The organization also participates in sub-grant awards with entities like the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Primary Care Association, supporting initiatives such as children's advocacy centers and oral health integration programs for children aged 6-11. These grants demonstrate Alcona Health Center's comprehensive approach to addressing healthcare access, prevention, and community health needs.