The Free Clinics 2024

04/22/2026

💙 Community Resources You Should Know About!

We love sharing opportunities that support our community and families—and we’ve got a couple of great ones to pass along!

✨ Hope Ministry’s Parents Night Out
Friday, April 24 | ⏰ 6–9 PM
Parents and caregivers: enjoy a well-deserved break while your kids have a fun evening filled with food, crafts, and activities! This event is open to foster/adopted children and biological children of caregivers.

💛 Grief Share Support Group
Tuesdays | ⏰ 6–8 PM
If you or someone you know is navigating loss, this weekly grief support group offers a safe, supportive space to heal and connect with others.

We’re grateful to have organizations in our community creating spaces for support, rest, and healing. 💫

For more details or to get connected, check out the information in the post or reach out directly to the contacts listed.

04/19/2026

Spring Fest yesterday = pure joy! 🌸☀️

The park was full of energy, laughter, and community connection—and we loved every second of it. Seeing families come together, kids having fun, and neighbors supporting neighbors is what it’s all about. 💛

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and showed love to The Free Clinics—we’re so grateful to be part of such an amazing community!

Until next time… 🌷🎉

04/19/2026

🍔🎉 EAT GOOD & DO GOOD, HENDERSONVILLE! 🎉🍔

Who’s ready for a night (or day 👀) at Applebee’s!?

Because this isn’t just dinner… it’s a chance to give back 💙

Join us May 27th (ALL DAY!) and support The Free Clinics of Hendersonville—just mention our fundraiser or show this flyer and 25% of your order goes right back into helping our community 🙌

✨ Good food
✨ Great cause
✨ Real impact

So grab your friends, bring your family, and come hungry 🍟🍗🍔
Every bite helps us continue providing care and support to those who need it most!

📅 May 27, 2026
📍 Hendersonville Applebee’s

Let’s pack the place and show what this community can do 💪💙

04/17/2026

🚨 Community Alert: New Dangerous Substances in Our Area

We want to make sure our Henderson County community stays informed and safe.

Two concerning substances are being reported in the regional drug supply:

🔺 Cyclorphine – a newer synthetic opioid reported to be even stronger than fentanyl, linked to overdose deaths in nearby areas like East Tennessee.

🔺 Medetomidine – a veterinary sedative not meant for humans that is now being found mixed with street drugs. It can cause extreme sedation and slow breathing.

⚠️ Why this is especially dangerous:

* These substances are often mixed into drugs without people knowing
* Cyclorphine increases overdose risk due to its potency
* Medetomidine does NOT respond to Narcan, meaning someone may not wake up even after it’s given
* This makes overdoses more complex and life-threatening

💙 How to reduce risk:

* Never use alone
* Always carry Narcan (we provide it for free!)
* Test your supply if possible
* Start with a small amount
* Call 911 if someone is unresponsive

‼️ IMPORTANT: Even if Narcan doesn’t fully wake someone up, still give it—it can reverse the opioid portion and help save a life.

If you or someone you love needs Narcan, test strips, or support, The Free Clinics is here for you—no judgment, just care, and remember our Naloxone box is accessible 24/7 outside our front door with no questions asked at: 841 Case street, Hendersonville.

Together, we can save lives. 💙

04/16/2026

The Free Clinics has been busy this week, and we wouldn’t have it any other way! 💙

Half of our incredible team spent the week at the APNC Conference at Lake Junaluska, connecting, learning, and bringing back valuable insight to better serve our community. While there, we also had the opportunity to participate in a re-entry simulation, an eye-opening experience that deepens understanding of the challenges individuals face when returning to the community. If you’ve never participated in one, we highly recommend it!

Meanwhile, the other half of our team was out in the community at the Healthy Heroes event hosted by Interfaith Assistance Ministry—and what an amazing event it was! We loved connecting with families, sharing resources, and being part of such a positive, uplifting day.

This is what it’s all about—showing up, staying connected, and making an impact wherever we’re needed. 💫

We’re so proud of our team and grateful for every opportunity to serve this community we love!

04/12/2026

🌸🎉 SPRING FEVER FAMILY FUN FEST! 🎉🌸

Get ready for a day full of fun, laughter, and community connection! 💛 The Free Clinics is excited to be part of this amazing event for families in our area!

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Stearns Park – Columbus, NC

✨ What to expect:
Free food
Balloon animals
Inflatables
Fun games
Music

🎟️ Did we mention it’s FREE?!

This event is also a time to stand together and raise awareness 💙 April is Child Abuse Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and we’re proud to support survivors and promote a safer, healthier community.

Come out, bring the kids, and enjoy a day of fun while connecting with local organizations and resources!

💬 If your organization wants to be involved, check out the flyer for details!

04/08/2026

Y’ALLLLLL!
Don’t forget to come out and support The Free Clinics this week!!

Our Spirit Fundraiser is happening NOW through Saturday evening, and we need y’all to show up hungry 😍

Here’s how to support:
✨ Going inside? Just tell them The Free Clinics sent you!
✨ Ordering online? Use code: CLINIC

It’s THAT easy to eat good and support a great cause 💙🙌

And seriously… THANK YOU to everyone who has already shown us so much love and support 🥹 Y’all are amazing and we appreciate every single order!!

So go grab your favorite meal, sweet tea, nuggets, the WAFFLE fries😍, all the things 🍗🥤
Eat good + do good = a win-win 😍

Come support before it ends Saturday evening!!

🐔🎉 EAT CHICK-FIL-A & SUPPORT THE FREE CLINICS! 🎉

Who needs an excuse for Chick-fil-A? 👀❤️
Now your favorite chicken can support a great cause!

Join us for Chick-fil-A Spirit Week
April 6th – April 11th
640 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville, NC

15% of your purchase benefits The Free Clinics and helps us care for our neighbors in need. 💙

How to participate:
👉 Order in store and mention The Free Clinics
👉 Order in the app, choose Support Community Care Event, and use code CLINIC

So grab your favorite meal and help make a difference! 🍗✨

04/02/2026

🐔🎉 EAT CHICK-FIL-A & SUPPORT THE FREE CLINICS! 🎉

Who needs an excuse for Chick-fil-A? 👀❤️
Now your favorite chicken can support a great cause!

Join us for Chick-fil-A Spirit Week
April 6th – April 11th
640 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville, NC

15% of your purchase benefits The Free Clinics and helps us care for our neighbors in need. 💙

How to participate:
👉 Order in store and mention The Free Clinics
👉 Order in the app, choose Support Community Care Event, and use code CLINIC

So grab your favorite meal and help make a difference! 🍗✨

04/02/2026

🐣🌷 Holiday Closure Notice 🌷🐣

The Free Clinics will be closed tomorrow, Friday, April 3rd, in observance of Good Friday.

As we pause to reflect on this special season, we want to wish our patients, partners, supporters, and community a safe, joyful, and blessed Easter. 💛

Thank you for allowing us to serve this amazing community each day. We are grateful to be part of a community built on compassion, hope, and care.

We will reopen on Monday at 9:00AM

Happy Easter from all of us at The Free Clinics! 🌸🐰

04/01/2026

The Free Clinics was so excited to be part of Blue Ridge Community College’s Spring Fest and the Appalachia Strong A ReEntry Symposium!

Both events were filled with connection, conversation, and so many amazing people doing meaningful work in our community. We’re always grateful for opportunities to share resources, build relationships, and stand alongside others who are passionate about helping people feel seen, supported, and connected.

One thing that makes this work so powerful is lived experience. Some of the most meaningful impact comes from people who have walked through hard seasons and now use their story, strength, and understanding to help others find hope.

Thank you to everyone who made these events so special. We are thankful to be part of a community that continues to show up, work together, and make a difference every single day. 💙✨

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03/24/2026

At The Free Clinics, we are committed to meeting people where they are—any time, day or night. 💙

Our Narcan box is available 24/7 at the front entrance of The Free Clinics, ensuring that life-saving medication is always accessible to our community.

Narcan (naloxone) is a safe, easy-to-use medication that can reverse an opioid overdose and save a life. It is available to anyone—no prescription needed—and can be used by bystanders in an emergency. Having Narcan on hand and knowing how to use it can make the difference between life and death.

In addition to Narcan, the box also includes testing strips, hygiene bags, Bibles, and emergen-c for anyone who may not have access to basic necessities.

This resource is here for anyone in need—no questions asked. Together, we can save lives, reduce stigma, and take care of our community. 💙

03/23/2026

We want to start by giving a huge THANK YOU to the Hendersonville Rotary for hosting such a wonderful Bingo Night at Trailside Brewery! 🎉 Your support and dedication to our community mean so much to us.

Thanks to this incredible event and everyone who came out to play and support, we were able to raised over 500$ for The Free Clinics!

💙 Every dollar makes an impact—going directly toward essential services that support our neighbors in need. Because of you, we’re able to continue providing care, resources, and hope throughout our community.

We are so grateful for the continued support from our community—it truly makes all the difference. Thank you for being part of our mission!