Treasure Coast Community Health welcomed members of the community to join them for an Open House and Ribbon Cutting event at their now eighth facility, the TCCH Gifford Health Center, located at 4675 28th Court, across from the Gifford Middle School and just north of 45th Street.

As previously reported in Vero Beach 32963, the Indian River County Hospital District approved the TCCH takeover of the clinic, which was formerly operated by the IRC Health Department.

While the Health Department had recently limited treatment to pediatric patients, TCCH has expanded services to all ages. In addition to pediatrics, services will include primary care, behavioral health and treatment for minor emergencies.

“We’re thrilled that the Gifford community has adopted us,” said Vicki Soulé, TCCH CEO. “There are great possibilities in the future. We’re anticipating having an in-house pharmacy going down the road and eye care. Because of the central location, we know that it would make it accessible for all of the Treasure Coast residents. It’s a huge need.”

Noting that the response has been a positive one, she pointed to the crowd and said, “It’s like old home week here; it’s really great. We’re very happy.”

The IRC Medical Society’s We Care program, where volunteer physicians provide specialized medical treatments to low-income residents, will continue to operate in the southern end of the same building. The IRC Healthy Start Coalition will also continue providing pre- and post-natal care at the TCCH Gifford Health Center.

“This is really exciting that they’re joining these energies together for the Gifford community, making it a stronger institution,” said Toni Hamner. “It’s terrific.”

For more information, visit tcchinc.org.