Our Story
Welcome to Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM), where our dedicated volunteers are profoundly impacting the lives of those we serve. Their unwavering commitment, countless stories of despair have been rewritten into tales of hope and recovery.
Picture the transformative moment when a patient's smile is restored, bringing back comfort and newfound confidence. Imagine another individual recovering swiftly from illness, returning to work, and once again becoming the provider for their children. Witness the empowerment of someone effectively managing their diabetes, embracing a fuller, more active life.
Our impact extends beyond immediate improvements – we are, quite literally, saving lives. Through preventative care and education on good health and dental habits, we work towards reducing the risk of life-threatening conditions in the future.
The individuals we serve are integral members of our community, contributing significantly through their work and family roles. They are the familiar faces you encounter daily – the person styling your hair, scanning your groceries, or serving you at a restaurant. CVIM plays a crucial role in keeping them healthy and employed, preventing emergency room visits for serious conditions. This enhances individual well-being and alleviates the burden of steeper healthcare costs that the state and nation would otherwise bear.
At CVIM, our commitment to creating a healthier, stronger community radiates outward from the individuals we support, fostering a positive ripple effect.
Our Mission: Centre Volunteers in Medicine will serve and advocate for the medically underserved living or working in Centre County, PA.
Our Vision: All those living or working in Centre County, PA have access to health care.
Our Origins
The first Volunteers in Medicine Clinic opened in Hilton Head, South Carolina, in 1991. The clinic relied on volunteers to provide compassionate care for the medically uninsured.
Efforts to establish a Volunteers in Medicine Clinic in Centre County, PA, began in February 2001. A group of local citizens led by Rev. Joe Faulkner gathered to address the healthcare needs in our community. Centre Volunteers in Medicine was incorporated as a nonprofit organization on June 12, 2001.
In February 2003, our clinic opened its doors to patients seeking medical care on Easterly Parkway in State College.
In December 2008, CVIM moved to Green Tech Drive, increasing its capacity to care for more medical and dental patients. Thanks to donors like you, CVIM is now located at 2026 Sandy Drive, with 11,000 square feet of technologically up-to-date clinic space.
