Maria Shelter Free Clinic Volunteer Information

The Maria Shelter Free Clinic is a collaborative effort between the Pritzker School of Medicine and Margaret's Village to deliver immediate care to the women experiencing homelessness at the Maria Shelter. Our mission is to provide trauma-responsive care to treat urgent clinical needs and connect our patients to quality, long-term care. We look forward to seeing you at clinic! 

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Clinic Details

• Clinic Address: Englewood (Address will be provided in the clinic volunteer email sent prior to your shift)
• Clinic Hours: Wednesday evenings, 5-9pm (Faculty arrive at 6pm)
• Clinical Services: We offer primary and psychiatric care on an alternating schedule. Pediatric care is also offered if a Family Medicine physician is present.
• Patient Population: 2-6 patients per clinic night. The clinic serves women and their children who are currently experiencing homelessness and living at the Maria Shelter.
• Electronic Health Record - PracticeFusion: The clinic utilizes PracticeFusion to document all patient encounters.
• Attire: Dress in scrubs or business casual/professional attire. Please be advised that it is quite warm in clinic. Layers are encouraged!
• Parking Information: There is parking available in a small lot adjacent to the building and on the street. Please see photos below for more detailed information.

Clinic Workflow

1. First, a team of medical students (one first-year student and one fourth-year student) will see the patient and complete a comprehensive medical history and physical exam.
2. Next, the medical student team will present to the attending physician and discuss a plan.
3. Following discussion, the physician will enter the patient room with the medical student team for assessment and further discussion.
4. If medications or referrals are needed, the Maria Shelter Board Members will coordinate the items needed for the patient.