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State/Local Health Insurance Programs | Contra Costa CARES

Provides free primary care coverage to adults living in Contra Costa County that do not qualify for other health insurance. The program assigns members to a primary care home. Enrolled participants have access to preventative care services, free of charge, at either Brighter Beginnings, La Clinica de La Raza, or LifeLong Medical Care. There are no monthly premiums or copays.

Physical Address

***CONFIDENTIAL***, Petaluma, CA 94954

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm

Application process

Clients must enroll under health center of choice. Clients who wish to receive medical care at a different health center facility, must complete a new CARES application.

Fee

None

Required documents

Valid identification, proof of income and residency.

Eligibility

Adults age 26-49, residing in Contra Costa County, with no other health insurance and income must be below 138% of the federal poverty line.

Languages

English and Spanish; language interpreter line available for other languages.

Service area

Contra Costa County

Agency info

Redwood Community Health Coalition

Represents a network comprised of 18 members with sites in Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Contra Costa, Solano, and Yolo counties.

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