National Health Center Week 2022
August 3, 2022
The week of August 7-13, NHCLV will be hosting several events in celebration of National Health Center Week and we want you to join us! All events are free and open to the public.
News: NHCLV
COVID Vaccination Clinic – Wednesday, July 13 in Easton
July 1, 2022
NHCLV will hold a free COVID Vaccination Clinic for the general public on Wednesday, July 13 from 10 am – noon at our Easton community health center.
COVID Vaccination Clinics – June 24 & 29
June 13, 2022
NHCLV will hold two June COVID Vaccination Clinics on June 24 and 29. Both events are open to the public.
NHCLV handing out free COVID tests and face masks to the public
May 17, 2022
NHCLV has free N95 face masks and at-home COVID tests from the federal government to distribute to patients and to the general public
COVID Vaccination Clinic – Friday 5/20 (PATIENTS ONLY)
May 17, 2022
COVID Vaccination Clinic (patients only) on Friday, May 20 at NHCLV Northside Bethlehem
May 13 & 14 COVID vaccination clinics
May 2, 2022
NHCLV will hold two mid-May COVID vaccination clinics, one for patients and one for the general public.
COVID Vaccination Clinic – 4/13 in Easton
April 11, 2022
NHCLV will hold a free COVID vaccination clinic on Wed. 4/13 at its Easton community health center for patients only.
COVID Vaccination Clinic – Friday, April 1 in Allentown
March 24, 2022
NHCLV will host a free COVID vaccination clinic at our downtown Allentown community health center, Vida Nueva at Casa for patients only.
COVID Vaccination Clinic – Friday, March 18
March 15, 2022
The next NHCLV COVID vaccination clinic for our patients is on Friday afternoon 3/18 at our Northside Bethlehem community health center from 1-4 pm.
January 22 COVID Vaccination Clinic – Downtown Allentown
January 17, 2022
NHCLV will hold a free COVID vaccination clinic for the general public on Saturday 1/22 at its downtown Allentown community health center.
Let us help you sign up for 2022 health insurance
November 16, 2021
It’s time to sign up for 2022 health insurance through Pennie and NHCLV can help!
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic – 11/6 in Allentown
October 28, 2021
NHCLV will hold a free community vaccination clinic on Saturday, November 6 from 9 am – noon at our downtown Allentown community health center, Vida Nueva at Casa Guadalupe.
Community COVID Vaccination Clinic – Saturday 10/9 in Allentown
September 20, 2021
NHCLV will hold a FREE COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at its downtown Allentown community health center – Vida Nueva at Casa Guadalupe.
COVID-19 Community Vaccination Clinic – Saturday 9/11 in Allentown
August 25, 2021
NHCLV will hold a FREE Community Vaccination Clinic for COVID-19 on Saturday, Sept. 11 at its downtown Allentown community health center. Go here to register.
7/24 Adolescent COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in Northside Bethlehem
July 22, 2021
NHCLV will host a Saturday 7/24 COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for adolescents at its Northside Bethlehem health center. The event is free but advanced online registration is required.
Save the Date for our Grand Opening & Open House event in Northside Bethlehem!
July 21, 2021
Please join us on Wed. 8/11 for the Grand Opening/Open House of our new Northside Bethlehem community health center.
July 17 COVID-19 Community Vaccination Clinic
July 1, 2021
NHCLV will hold a free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at its Northside Bethlehem community health center on Sat. July 17 from 10 am – 12:30 pm. Appointments are required.
Pennie health insurance sign-up sessions start in May
May 3, 2021
Starting in May we will be holding weekly Pennie signup sessions with NHCLV Assisters at our four community health center locations to help you get signed up for 2021 health insurance. They can assist with the registration process and answer your questions. Or if you’d prefer to meet with them […]
Special Enrollment Period for Pennie Health Insurance Plans thru August 15
February 23, 2021
NHCLV can help you sign up for a 2021 health insurance plan through Pennie and answer questions during a special enrollment period.
NHCLV to host free COVID-19 tests and flu shots Friday 11/6 and Saturday 11/7 in Easton
November 5, 2020
The CATE COVID-19 Mobile Response Unit will visit Easton to provide free tests while NHCLV provides free flu shots on 11/6 & 7.
COVID-19 testing now available for patients
November 2, 2020
NHCLV is now providing COVID-19 testing for patients only at all three health center locations.
NHCLV announces new Community Health Center coming to Broad Street in Bethlehem this November
September 30, 2020
Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley is pleased to announce that it will open its fourth Community Health Center location at 635 E. Broad Street in October at the Broad & Wood professional building in Bethlehem, PA.
Flu shots now available at NHCLV
September 24, 2020
Fall is here and that means it’s time to get your flu shot! We have the vaccine in stock at our three community health centers.
Sign up for the new NHCLV Patient Portal with Athena
July 20, 2020
Are you an NHCLV patient? Then we need you to sign up for our new online Patient Portal with Athena! It’s easy to do and free to use.
What you need to know about COVID-19 and NHCLV
July 14, 2020
If you need to schedule an appointment with NHCLV, please read this important information first regarding our COVID-19 policies and our telehealth option.
Neighbor-2-Neighbor Virtual Yoga Class for NHCLV patients
June 29, 2020
NHCLV patients are invited to participate in a free online yoga class offered by our Neighbor-2-Neighbor Time Banking Program.
NHCLV updates Sliding Fee Scale – June 2020
June 2, 2020
NHCLV has announced the use of a new electronic medical record, AthenaHealth, and has updated its Sliding Fee Discount Program as well.
NHCLV receives donation from local law firm to support patient families facing food insecurity during pandemic
May 14, 2020
NHCLV recently received a $3,000 donation from the Cohen, Feeley, Altemose, & Rambo law firm to provide boxes of fresh food to patient families in need during the pandemic.
NHCLV introduces Virtual Visits and Secure Texting for Patients through Telemedicine
May 12, 2020
Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley has introduced telemedicine services featuring virtual visits via video chat and secure texting for patients to communicate with their health care team.
NHCLV Nurse featured on WFMZ Edicion en Espanol interview for National Nurses Day
May 7, 2020
For 5/6/20 National Nurses Day, NHCLV RN Jazmine Irizarry was interviewed on WFMZ Edicion en Espanol about what it’s like to be a nurse, especially during these challenging times.
Diabetes Prevention Program
April 15, 2020
The NHCLV Diabetes Prevention Program is approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and is proven to reduce the risk of getting diabetes by half.
Temporary health center hours due to COVID-19 pandemic
April 3, 2020
In order to better serve NHCLV patients during the COVID-19 health emergency, we are temporarily changing the hours of operations at our three community health centers.
At NHCLV, Se Habla Español.
April 1, 2020
At NHCLV, our healthcare workers provide high quality primary care services to our patients in English and Spanish. We also use a translation service for all other languages. Because clear and open communication with your healthcare team is as important to you as it is to us.
Centering Pregnancy program at NHCLV
March 9, 2020
Our Centering Pregnancy program features prenatal visits with a group of other pregnant women and your healthcare team that include prenatal care and additional time for learning and support.
Get patient-centered care at NHCLV
March 4, 2020
Patient-centered care means that we listen to our patients and help them to be proactive with their health.
Provider Profile – Elisa Castillo
February 20, 2020
“What I love most is our patients. I look forward to working personally with them and seeing them create goals and achieving them. Taking care of your health allows you to see healthier days.”
Provider Profile – Christopher Stewart
February 13, 2020
“Everyday that I go to work I get to play a part in making someone’s life a little bit better than it was the day before.”
Here’s what your local community health center, NHCLV, is like
February 10, 2020
When you become a patient of NHCLV, our team of medical professionals doesn’t just care FOR you, they care ABOUT you. Find out how we are different and how we might be the right fit for you and your family. Se habla Espanol.
What is an FQHC?
January 27, 2020
Watch this NHCLV video to learn what a Federally Qualified Health Center is, why it’s important to our community, and how it serves ALL patients, regardless of health insurance or ability to pay.
Provider Profile – Ryan Comstock
December 18, 2019
“The services at an FQHC are crucial to help those who need health care and are uninsured or underinsured. Healthcare, especially primary care, is treating the whole patient.”
Patient Advisory Council Information Sessions
November 14, 2019
The primary objective of the Patient Advisory Council is to ensure that patients are able to regularly express their suggestions and concerns regarding the manner in which health care is provided at NHCLV. The Patient Advisory Council encourages patients to do so in the form of various group activities and […]
Provider Profile – Carolyn Egli
November 6, 2019
“I am an RN Care Manager with a focus on assisting refugee patients and elderly patients. I love assisting patients in understanding their health conditions, interventions and treatments.”
Provider Profile – Kim Petermann
August 7, 2019
“I love working closely with our low-risk prenatal population and complex care pediatric patients. It’s rewarding to see a patient throughout their prenatal care and seamlessly transition their newborn as a patient into our family practice. We care for the entire family as a whole.”
Provider Profile – Walesca Torres
July 8, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? I am a Case Manager for NHCLV. 2. Why do you think an FQHC is important in caring for members of the Lehigh Valley community? Because of all the uninsured residents that we have. They have […]
Provider Profile – Regina Hills
July 1, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? How long have you worked for the organization? I am the Program Coordinator of the Center of Excellence for Opioid Use Disorder. I have been employed with NHCLV since February 2017 and I work out of […]
Provider Profile – Carmelo Soto
June 24, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? How long have you worked for the organization? I’m a Center of Excellence Care Manager and work mainly out of our downtown Allentown community health center (Vida Nueva). I have been working for NHCLV for just […]
Provider Profile – Dr. Sallie Wemple
June 17, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? How long have you worked for the organization? I’m a physician with NHCLV and work mainly in Allentown and Bethlehem. I’ve been with the organization since March 2018. 2. Why do you think an FQHC is […]
Provider Profile – Jessica Renford
June 3, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? How long have you worked for the organization? I am an RN Clinical Coordinator and I work at the Southside Bethlehem Family Fowler Center located in Donegan Elementary School. I have worked for NHCLV for the […]
Provider Profile – Jennifer Bruno
May 6, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? How long have you worked for the organization? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at all three NHCLV sites. I have been with the nonprofit organization for two years. 2. Why do you think an […]
Provider Profile – Gina Holmes
April 29, 2019
1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and how long have you worked for the organization? Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Therapist)/Yoga Instructor. 1.5 years. 2. Why do you think an FQHC is important in caring for members of the Lehigh Valley community? I think an FQHC is important in caring […]
Provider Profile – Gloria Velazquez
March 18, 2019
Gloria Velazquez, PhD Candidate, LCSW Director of Social Services & Integrated Behavioral Health 1. What is your role/position with NHCLV and which location do you work at? My role is Director of Social Services & Integrated Behavioral Health. I am a social worker by training. I have been with the […]
NHCLV receives CDC Full Recognition for Spanish-language diabetes prevention program
January 16, 2019
The nonprofit Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley has received Full Recognition for its diabetes prevention program from the Centers for Disease Control’s National Diabetes Prevention Program. This recognition makes it the only organization to receive Full Recognition in the Lehigh Valley (Lehigh and Northampton Counties), and the only […]
NHCLV announces plan for expanded community health care services at new downtown Allentown location
January 3, 2019
The nonprofit Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley today announced the expansion of its downtown Allentown primary care services at a new site. The 10-year lease on the building located at 160 Hamilton Street will allow NHCLV to expand its fully integrated primary care services to a new facility. […]
NHCLV opens new West Ward Easton community health center
April 3, 2018
The nonprofit Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley has officially opened the doors on its new community health center in West Ward Easton. Located at 1101 Northampton Street on the first floor of the Two Rivers Health & Wellness Foundation building, the facility has 3600 sq. ft. of space […]
Two NHCLV Community Health Centers Earn Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition
February 16, 2018
Designation will help Southside Bethlehem and Downtown Allentown sites better serve patients Two local, federally qualified community health centers operated by the nonprofit Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley have earned national recognition that is designed to improve their relationship with, and thereby care of, local patients. The community […]