Will Grundy Medical Clinic

04/23/2026

In case you might have missed our event post about it:

Join us on May 15 for a Community Clean Up event! Beginning at 10 AM Friday morning, we will be gathering with volunteers to help support community members who are living unsheltered.

Food and drinks will be available for all participants.

Cleaning supplies will be provided!

Join a welcoming community in creating a cleaner and safer environment for us all!

Contact us with questions, concerns, or RSVP here: tmealey@wgmedclinic.org - (815)-426-4447

04/20/2026

Purchase tickets to our Annual Celebration using the QR code! The dinner is on May 7th at Bishop's Hill Winery. Check out our event page for more information!

04/14/2026

We have been working hard to secure the best tools for our patients. Some of our clinical team recently attended a pharmaceutical conference to learn about a new medication – Aristada (aripiprazole lauroxil) to benefit our patients. Through staff-driven coordination with Illinois Prescription Assistance Program, a program serving underinsured or uninsured individuals, we are able to acquire medications at low or no cost for all our patients – including our behavioral health patients!

We have been dedicated to exploring avenues to improve medication access as we continue our work in the community.

04/03/2026

With the weather warming up, we would like to share some information on Cornerstone Services, Inc.'s Spring Raffle!

Cornerstone Services has supported over 1,400 individuals in Will and Kankakee Counties with disabilities to live and work within their communities. This raffle is a chance to support Cornerstone's ceaseless work providing opportunities and resources to our community members with disabilities.

Raffle tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by scanning the QR code or following the link in this post.

The Grand Prize is $3,000, in addition, two other winners will also win $1,500 and $500 each.

Raffle prize winners will be announced on Thursday, May 7 (WJOL 1340AM).

Please consider spreading the word about this opportunity with your friends and family!

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/cornerstoneservices/event/springraffle2026/

03/26/2026

Thank you to everyone at Fox Valley YMCA for their collaboration and support in making our March 20th pop-up clinic a success!

WGMC staff performed on-site blood pressure readings, and A1c and glucose tests. We were also able to provide blood pressure monitors and glucose testing kits. All of these services were for free!

Follow us for updates on future pop-up clinic events!

03/24/2026

This American Diabetes Alert Day, WGMC would like to draw attention to this one-day wake-up call with some information from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)! They’ve shared some suggestions to lower your risk of Type 2 Diabetes including: Getting at least 30 minutes of physical activity 5x a week, healthy eating, and losing and keeping weight off.

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/community-health-outreach/diabetes-alert-day

In addition, here is a 60-second test to assess your risk:

https://diabetes.org/diabetes-risk-test

Take our free, online 60-second Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test and learn your risk today.

03/19/2026

We would like to thank everyone who was involved with our Hope in Action event, which included support from the Will County Health Department on Narcan and other resource education! The event included breakfast, lunch, and refreshments, quiet meditation, and art therapy alongside a raffle opportunity.

Staff also provided community residents clothing and resources as requested. We had 49 attendees and look forward to more in service to our community.

Thank you all again!

02/26/2026

Black History Month is a time to honor the legacy, resilience, and enduring contributions of Black leaders who have shaped every sector of our society — including medicine and public health. We recognize pioneers such as Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first Black woman physician in the United States graduating from Yale in 1864; Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, who performed one of the first successful open-heart surgeries; and Dr. Charles Drew, whose innovations in blood banking, transformed modern medicine. Their courage and commitment to equity laid the foundation for more inclusive healthcare systems.

As a free and charitable clinic, we recognize that access to care is a matter of justice. Free clinics play a vital role in the local public health system by serving as trusted access points for uninsured, underinsured, and vulnerable populations. We reduce preventable emergency room utilization, improve chronic disease management, support behavioral health, and connect patients to vital social services — strengthening the overall health of our community.
In the spirit of those who broke barriers before us, we remain committed to serving all people with dignity, compassion, and excellence — regardless of race, income, insurance status, or background. Health equity is not just a goal; it is our responsibility.

02/12/2026

Meet Jennifer, a WGMC program participant.

After completing recovery for substance use challenges, Jennifer faced housing instability that separated her from her children and put her at risk of losing her hard-earned progress in recovery.

Through WGMC’s emergency shelter and Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program, Jennifer secured stable housing and received close case management support. This stability allowed her children to return home and gave her family the foundation needed to begin moving forward together.

Throughout this journey, Jennifer has demonstrated remarkable strength and commitment. She has four years of sustained recovery, continues to attend 12-step meetings, practices daily meditation, and intentionally shares her experience, strength, and hope to encourage others on their recovery paths. She has also maintained steady employment for more than three and a half years, where she is valued for her dedication and strong work ethic.

Today, Jennifer lives in permanent housing and continues to build a stable future for her family. In December 2025, she signed a lease in her own name and is now working with Habitat for Humanity toward the goal of homeownership.

Reflecting on her experience, Jennifer shared that without the commitment and support of WGMC’s Peer Recovery Support Specialist, Michelle Lowman, these achievements would not have been possible. She also added:
“When I had nowhere to go, she assured me and my family Will-Grundy Medical Clinic would be there for us, and they sure did keep their promise.”

This work would not be possible without our volunteers, staff, partners, and dedicated supporters. If you would like to further support our fellow community members in obtaining necessary healthcare and housing, please consider making a donation today https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=QB3XVPDN3EBDJ

02/05/2026

🎒✨ Help Us Pack the Love! ✨🎒

WGMC is coming together to create 100 Blessing Bags for our unsheltered neighbors in Will, Kendall, & Grundy Counties! These bags will be packed with fun, practical, and thoughtful items that bring comfort, hope, and a little joy, because everyone deserves to feel seen and supported.

These extras may seem small, but for someone living without stable housing, they can make a huge difference in their day. 💙
Scan the QR code on the flyer to shop our Amazon Wishlist or drop off donations at:
📍 213 East Cass Street Joliet, IL 60432

Let’s bless our neighbors, one bag at a time!

01/20/2026

At WGMC, we see every day how access to healthcare and housing support can change lives. This is the story of one participant, Robert, whose journey reminds us why integrated, compassionate support matters.

In early 2025, Robert faced a life-altering moment when he received a cancer diagnosis while experiencing homelessness. Without stable housing or support, beginning treatment would have been nearly impossible.

In May 2025, Robert entered WGMC’s Medical Respite Program, where he found a safe place to heal and get the coordinated care he needed to begin chemotherapy. Through the program, Robert received transportation to medical appointments, medication delivery, daily meals, and ongoing medical monitoring from WGMC’s nursing team. He also worked closely with case managers to begin addressing his housing needs.

By July 2025, Robert was well enough to take the next step forward. He transitioned into WGMC’s Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program, which provides stable housing alongside continued case management support. With this stability, Robert also completed a recovery program at a local shelter and now returns periodically to share his experience, strength, and hope with others who are facing similar challenges.

Today, Robert is living independently and plans to transition to a self-signed lease when he completes the TBRA program in July 2026. His story reflects what becomes possible when people are supported with care, stability, and dignity at the moments they need it most.

01/16/2026

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, WGMC will be closed this coming Monday, January 19th.

We honor Dr. King's legacy and his enduring call for compassion and community well-being. His commitment to the community continues to inspire our work to ensure accessible healthcare, housing, and basic dignity for all people.