Coastal Volunteers In Medicine

Coastal Volunteers in Medicine is a FREE, non-emergency family clinic for those without medical insurance residing in Ocean County with a family income below 300% of the federal poverty level.

Our Mission
A medical provider wraps a young woman’s forearm with gauze.
Since 2010, our primary mission has been to understand and serve the health and wellness needs of the uninsured, medically underserved population in Ocean County, NJ. We accomplish this by providing free primary health care through volunteer clinicians and support staff, following a “Culture of Caring” model.

Our Philosophy
The “Culture of Caring” is the heart and soul of our clinic. It is based on an ethical standard in medicine. We believe that how people are treated during a visit to the clinic is as important as the medical care they receive. We respect the diversity of our local population, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, creed, disability status, employment status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other status. We practice treatment with respect and dignity in a nurturing and non-judgmental environment.

​What is Coastal Volunteers in Medicine?
Coastal Volunteers in Medicine (Coastal VIM) is a clinic that provides free, non-emergency primary medical services to uninsured and qualified residents of Ocean County and neighboring areas. Eligible persons must have no health insurance and have an annual income equal to or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Coastal VIM is not a walk-in clinic or an emergency room. Pre-registration is required. Please call (609) 384-0102 to review your eligibility and to ensure that the services you require are available. You will then be able to make an in-person eligibility appointment to review your eligibility documents and schedule an appointment with one of our providers.

How is the clinic funded?
Tax-deductible contributions from community members fund and sustain our efforts. This includes cash donations from individuals, organizations, businesses, and corporations, foundation grants, as well as in-kind services and gifts. The clinic does not rely on any government funding.

What Clinical Services are offered by Coastal VIM?
Primary and on-going care
Physicals and health screenings
Mental Health Counseling
Adult Psychiatric Services for our current patients
Women’s Care and Cervical and Breast Cancer Screenings through NJCEED
Diabetes and other chronic disease management
Diagnostic testing through Southern Ocean Medical Center
Prescription Assistance Program
Social service referrals
Health Education
Vision and Diabetic Eye Screenings through NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Free glasses
Flu Vaccines