Visits and services are free of charge.  We encourage voluntary contributions to assist with operations and supplies.   If patients need treatment or services that cannot be provided by Clinic by the Bay, we will assist in finding the needed medical care.  We cannot guarantee that services outside Clinic by the Bay will be provided free of charge.  

Staying true to the VIM model, we do not accept private or public health insurance.  As part of our eligibility and screening process, staff will assist eligible individuals with enrollment into MediCal and MediCare, as well as educate patients about other programs that are available.

Yes, bilingual staff and interpreters will be part of our volunteer workforce to provide care to non-English speaking patients.  We plan to have available Spanish, Chinese and Tagalog practitioners and interpreters during clinic hours.

Not necessarily.  Because the doctors, nurses and other health professionals who work at Clinic by the Bay volunteer their time, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to see the same practitioner each visit.

Tax-deductible contributions from the private sector fund and sustain our efforts.  This includes cash donations from individuals, organizations, businesses and corporations, foundation grants, as well as in-kind services and gifts.  In keeping true to the VIM model, Clinic by the Bay does not rely on any government funding.