Lorain County Health & Dentistry

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH & D) is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity located in Lorain, Ohio, that provides comprehensive healthcare services to medically underserved populations. Registered in SAM.gov since 2006, the organization is a federally qualified health center focused on delivering primary and preventive medical care to low-income and vulnerable residents in the region. The organization offers a range of healthcare services including medical, dental, and behavioral health care, with a mission to expand access to essential health services for community members who might otherwise have limited healthcare options.

Through its federal grant awards, Lorain County Health & Dentistry has engaged in multiple targeted healthcare initiatives funded by the Department of Health and Human Services' Healthcare Systems Bureau and Bureau of Primary Health Care. The organization has received grants for COVID-19 related activities, including expanding vaccination efforts and coronavirus testing capacity, as well as infrastructure support grants. Notably, LCH & D was awarded a significant $2 million Congressional Directives grant to construct a new 6,600 square foot community health center in Elyria, Ohio, which will enhance healthcare access for local residents. The organization has also participated in sub-grant programs with the Ohio Department of Health, particularly in dental sealant programs targeting children from low-income families. Additional grant work has included American Rescue Plan Act funding, Bridge Access Program grants, and Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant activities, demonstrating a versatile approach to addressing community health needs through federal grant mechanisms.