November 5, 2020

Flu Vaccine Clinic for Lowell CHC Patients

We urge everyone to get the flu vaccine! A walk-up, outdoor flu vaccine clinic for Lowell CHC patients ages 6 months and up will be taking place at our 161 ... Read More

Lowell non-profits recognized for holistic approach in meeting clients’ needs
October 21, 2020

Lowell non-profits recognized for holistic approach in meeting clients’ needs

"It took months of repeated contact for Maria Carmen Bedard and a coworker to help a homeless man suffering from alcoholism and other illness to get the treatment he needed ... Read More

Virtual Healing: The State of Telemedicine During the Pandemic
October 10, 2020

Virtual Healing: The State of Telemedicine During the Pandemic

"Although we live in an age and place in the Merrimack Valley where cellphones, tablets, computers and smart devices are commonplace and virtual medicine has seemed like a tangible idea ... Read More

LCHC's Teen BLOCK continues with virtual programs
September 6, 2020

LCHC’s Teen BLOCK continues with virtual programs

"Like many programs during the coronavirus pandemic, Lowell Community Health Center’s Teen Building Leadership Opportunities in the Community (Teen BLOCK) had to suspend in-person activities, including its well-attended Dance 4 ... Read More

‘They recognize their value and embrace them’
August 18, 2020

‘They recognize their value and embrace them’

"When Karen Peugh first visited Life Connection Center, she was amazed by the nonprofit’s approach to its care for the city’s homeless population. She was touched that the organization provided ... Read More

The COVID-19 Risks You May Take, And Create, While Traveling
August 10, 2020

The COVID-19 Risks You May Take, And Create, While Traveling

Travel can create its own risks during the pandemic. Here are things to consider. Thanks to WBUR and Lowell CHC's own Community Health Worker and Contact Tracer, Lorna Kiplagat for ... Read More

Getting tested for COVID-19? Here’s what it’s like
August 3, 2020

Getting tested for COVID-19? Here’s what it’s like

"I stand in line, ready to shove a Q-tip up my nose. My feet are planted on a black mat that reads, 'Thank you for practicing social distancing.' The rumble ... Read More

Congreswoman Lori Trahan Announces $665K in Federal Funding for Lowell Community Health Center
July 29, 2020

Congreswoman Lori Trahan Announces $665K in Federal Funding for Lowell Community Health Center

LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan applauded the awarding of $665,000 in federal funding to support the Lowell Community Health Center. The funding, to be dispersed by the U.S ... Read More