Celebrating 50 Years of Community Care
In 2026, the East Jordan Family Health Center proudly celebrates 50 years of serving our community—a milestone that reflects five decades of dedication, resilience, and mission-driven care.
Founded in 1976, the Health Center began as a grassroots response to a critical need for primary care in East Jordan after local physicians were no longer available. What started as a small clinic in a rented storefront quickly grew into a trusted community institution, built through bake sales, donated bonds, federal support, and—most importantly—the belief that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of their ability to pay.
Over the years, the Health Center expanded to serve Bellaire and Central Lake, introduced a sliding fee scale, added on-site services like pharmacy and specialty care, and evolved into the integrated, team-based organization we are today. Through leadership changes, healthcare system shifts, and growing community needs, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to being more than healthcare, a place that supports community health, local jobs, prevention, dignity, and connection.
Throughout 2026, we’ll be celebrating this milestone with stories from our history, staff spotlights, throwback photos, and reflections on the impact we’ve made together, culminating in a larger celebration during National Health Center Week in August. Every staff member, past and present, has played a role in this story, and we look forward to honoring the people and purpose that have shaped the last 50 years.
Here’s to celebrating where we’ve been—and where we’re going, together.
Pic: East Jordan Staff – 2004
