09/26/2025
Yesterday, Orange County Free Clinic joined fellow healthcare advocates for a powerful conversation with Senator Tim Kaine about the urgent needs facing our communities.
Hosted by the Charlottesville Free Clinic, the meeting centered on the critical role Free Clinics play in bridging gaps in care, especially as Medicaid cuts continue to leave many Virginians with nowhere else to turn. Access and affordability aren’t just policy issues...they’re daily realities for our patients.
Senator Kaine’s questions were insightful, compassionate, and grounded in a deep understanding of the challenges we face. We’re grateful for his time, his listening ear, and his commitment to healthcare equity.
Thank you to Senator Kaine and his staff for engaging with us, and
for bringing us together. These conversations matter, and so do the people we serve.
Providers pressed Kaine on Medicaid cuts, staffing shortages, and what those mean for families who rely on free clinics.