Neighborhood Nursing pilots mobile primary care in East Baltimore

A new pilot program is testing a method to deliver primary care directly into East Baltimore neighborhoods. The initiative aims to move medical services away from traditional clinics and into the daily lives of residents.

Neighborhood Nursing operates out of a local church and visits apartment complexes and private homes. The program provides basic primary care to anyone living in the target area. These services are currently free to patients. The costs are covered largely by philanthropic donations.

The project is designed to reach people who may not regularly visit hospitals or offices. By bringing nurses to the neighborhood, the team addresses basic health needs on site. The pilot serves as a model for a potential nationwide rollout.

The program’s leadership stated the goal is to expand this approach across the country. They are working to prove that community-based care can sustain patient health while reducing reliance on standard hospital infrastructure. The current focus remains on the East Baltimore site.

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