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Improving Lives through Access to Social Services

Nuvia Medical strives to understand every patient’s unique challenges and we work together to create personalized treatment plans that support their physical, emotional, and social well-being. We believe that healthcare is most effective when it considers the whole person and the full range of factors that impact their quality of life.

To support this approach, we integrate essential social services that help patients manage their basic needs, such as access to food, housing, and transportation. By addressing these factors, we help reduce the stress and barriers that can impact health, allowing patients to focus on their recovery and wellness.

Our Social Support

Through our ACCESS sites, Nuvia Medical offers a range of social services
to help support the health and well-being of you and your family.
ACCESS Services
DCF
Other Services

Through ACCESS, we make it easier for you to gain the benefits you and your family qualify for, ensuring everyone gets the support needed for healthy, stable lives. We know these programs can be overwhelming, so our caring team is here to guide and assist you every step of the way.

Food Assistance (SNAP)

SNAP offers food benefits to low-income families, helping them afford the nutritious food essential for health and well-being.

Medicare Savings Programs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP) help people with limited income cover some or all of their Medicare premiums and may also pay for deductibles and co-insurance.

Medicaid Application Process

Nuvia can help you navigate the application process to apply for Medicaid.

Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)

The TCA program offers cash assistance to families with children under 18, or under 19 if they are full-time high school students, meeting income, asset, and other requirements. Pregnant women may also qualify in their third trimester if unable to work, or in the ninth month of pregnancy.

Assistance to Complete Applications Online

Nuvia Medical is here to assist anyone in the community who are struggling to complete online applications due to language barriers, disabilities or lack of access to technology.

Nuvia Medical collaborates with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to provide vital social services to the families in our communities. We work together to help individuals and families overcome challenges and work toward self-sufficiency.

By blending our medical expertise with DCF’s specialized knowledge, we provide integrated care supporting physical and social well-being.

Adult Protective Services

Nuvia Medical offers protective services to improve the health, safety and welfare of at-risk adults experiencing mistreatment or neglect.

Child Welfare

Nuvia Medical provides services to help families protect and care for their children, reduce harm, and ensure timely permanency planning.

Domestic Violence Support

Nuvia Medical partners with local organizations to offer free, confidential, and voluntary services for those experiencing domestic violence.

Substance Abuse Programs

Nuvia Medical provides treatment for substance abuse disorders in a confidential and supportive environment.

Mental Health Support

Nuvia Medical provides therapy and programs to patients of all ages who are struggling with mental health issues.

At Nuvia Medical, we collaborate with numerous organizations to address the diverse needs of individuals and families in our communities.

WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) is a federally funded nutrition program offering support to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and children up to age 5. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and health care referrals, all at no cost to you.

Section 8 Housing

The Housing Choice Voucher Program assists low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities in securing safe, adequate housing. Participants can select any qualifying unit in the private market, typically paying around 30% of the rent, with the program covering the remainder.

Social Security Referrals

As part of your ACCESS application, Nuvia Medical’s experienced staff will help you with referrals to get your Social Security card, if eligible. We’ll also assist you in reading and understanding Social Security letters about Social Supplemental Income (SSI), Medicare benefits, and more.

Parking for Disabled Persons

Disabled parking permits are issued to individuals medically certified with long-term, permanent, or temporary mobility impairments, or who are legally blind or temporarily.

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Medical Services

To keep you and your family healthy, we offer a range of pediatric and adult medical services including primary care, immunizations, physicals, and diabetes treatment.

We accept payment from the following insurance companies:

Frequently Asked Questions

ACCESS offers various benefits, including Food Stamps (SNAP), medical assistance (Medicaid), temporary financial help, and other support services.
Processing time may vary, but generally, it takes between 30 to 45 days. It is important to submit all necessary documents to avoid delays.
With just a phone call to your assigned ACCESS representative, you will be able to find everything associated to your ACCESS application process.
Assistance with “My Social Security Account”, referrals to Women, Infants and Children (WIC), referrals to the Early Coalition (ELC) and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), calls to the Child Support Enforcement Office.