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HEALTH

We had a client who had a sick, hospitalized, and uninsured family member. I explained they were in good hands with us and completed an application for emergency health insurance. It will cover ALL of his hospital stay costs!
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Ruth Tejeda
NMIC Health Navigator, Health Services
Healthcare is a fundamental human right, yet many community members face systematic barriers to accessing adequate healthcare for themselves and their families. We provide clients with health insurance navigation, health education, mental health services, and a food pantry. Now more than ever, protecting our community’s health is essential. Read more about our Health Services below.

We had a client who had a sick, hospitalized, and uninsured family member. I explained they were in good hands with us and completed an application for emergency health insurance. It will cover ALL of his hospital stay costs!

Ruth Tejeda, Health Navigator, Health Services

Our Services

Health Insurance Navigation

NMIC’s Healthcare Navigators assist New Yorkers in learning about, applying for, comparing, enrolling in, and renewing health insurance coverage.

Community Health Work Services Program

In partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian hospital, we encourage better health and well-being of community members by connecting clients with health workers who provide full case –management services.

Health Education Program

We promote healthy practices and access to healthcare as well as raise awareness of mental health issues and available services through education initiatives aimed at staff and clients.

Mental Health

The Connections to Care program screens existing clients for mental health needs and provides counseling support.

Food Pantry

 NMIC offers emergency food pantry services for our community with the West Side Campaign Against Hunger.​

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