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Foster Family Development

Every child deserves a safe and caring place to call home. Foster and resource parents help create that foundation, and Jordan Valley Health is here to support them along the way with services and resources designed for the whole family.

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Foster Family Development

Caring for children in foster care comes with unique needs and challenges. Jordan Valley Health’s team is here to help you navigate the healthcare needs of children in your care, from completing required paperwork and wellness checks to scheduling physicals and connecting with specialists.

As questions or challenges come up, you’ll have a dedicated team you can reach by phone or email for guidance and support. We’ll help connect your family with the resources you need and work with you to make accessing care as simple as possible.

Services

Family Medicine

Free foster parent physicals and exams for children within their first 48 hours in care.

Dental

Tooth exams, cleanings, fillings, caps, crowns, and extractions for kids and teens.

Behavioral Health

Helping foster kids navigate the trauma, grief, and loss of entering the foster care system.

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Free Flu Shot
Health Clinics

Free Patient Flu Shots

Stop by any Jordan Valley Health medical clinic to get this year's flu vaccine for *free. Walk in or schedule an appointment. No cost to you with most insurance.

All day

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Mobile Clinic

St. Louis Urgent Dental Clinic

Jordan Valley Health will host a Dental Mobile Clinic at the Zion Travelers Missionary Baptist Church in North St. Louis. To book your appointment, please select the "REGISTER" button.Fill out paperwork before your appointment ->

All day 351 Chambers Rd, Riverview, MO 63137

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Mobile Clinic

Lakeland Behavioral Health Vision Clinic

We will visit patients at Lakeland Behavioral Health. We will offer vision screenings to patients.

9:00am 410 S Market Ave, Springfield, MO 65806

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