Penobscot Community Health Care

Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC) is a non-profit organization, established in 1997, and it stands as the sole Federally Qualified Health Center in the Greater Bangor area, Waldo County, and in the Jackman region. PCHC's core mission is to provide comprehensive and integrated outpatient health care services to individuals on MaineCare, Medicare, and those with or without insurance, regardless of their ability to pay. With about 200 clinicians, including medical and dental practitioners, mental health providers, physical therapists, pharmacists, and medical specialists, PCHC conducts over 400,000 patient visits annually, serving almost 65,000 patients. Notably, PCHC's practices in Bangor, Brewer, and Old Town operate seven days a week, offering extended hours and walk-in care clinics to ensure patient convenience.

PCHC operates across seventeen sites in the Bangor area and one in Belfast, delivering an extensive range of health care services spanning family medicine, dental care, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychiatric, mental health and substance abuse services, physical therapy, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, and health care for the homeless and at-risk individuals. Additionally, PCHC hosts a team of medical specialists providing services including allergy, gynecology, orthopedics, podiatry, dermatology, and osteopathic manipulative therapy. Furthermore, PCHC offers a sliding fee scale based on income through its Affordable Care Program, ensuring that everyone can access necessary healthcare services. 7% of PCHC’s budget is supported by Federal operating grants.

PCHC's dedication to community health care has garnered national recognition, as it has been acknowledged as an “exemplar practice” by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, a prominent healthcare foundation in the United States. Given its impactful and essential mission, PCHC presents an attractive opportunity for investment that aligns with responsible and impactful healthcare initiatives, thus appealing to socially conscious investors seeking to support organizations addressing crucial healthcare gaps. As PCHC continues to expand its services, potential investors may find opportunities to contribute to its growth and furthering its impactful mission, ultimately making significant improvements to community healthcare access and delivery. Although the specific investment details are not available at current, PCHC's proven track record and impactful mission may present an enticing investment prospect for socially-minded investors and healthcare-focused funds seeking impactful and sustainable ventures.