Community Outreach
Every day in Northeast Florida, countless neighbors face impossible choices about their health. A parent might skip their own medication to buy food for their children. An elderly person may avoid seeking care because they can't afford transportation to appointments. A new mother might feel overwhelmed and alone, unsure how to give her baby the best start in life.
Recognizing these struggles, Ascension St. Vincent’s is breaking down these barriers to healthcare, one person at a time. With support from the Ascension St. Vincent's Foundation, our Community Outreach programs are committed to transforming these stories of hardship into ones of hope and healing.
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." – Matthew 25:40 (NIV)
Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Medicine on The Move
Mobile Health Outreach Ministry
When access to healthcare is limited, many in Northeast Florida face significant obstacles to maintaining their health. The Mobile Health Outreach Ministry brings hope and healing directly to those in need by providing free, quality medical care right in their communities. This unique, award-winning program serves working families, the homeless, seniors and children with targeted outreach services that include preventive check-ups, disease management, wellness education and more. With more than 10,000 patient visits and upwards of 2,700 prescriptions filled annually, our ministry saves lives and thousands of dollars in ER bills by addressing health issues before they escalate. Your support makes it possible to deliver vital care, empowering people to live healthier, fuller lives.
Discover how our mobile units provide free medical care across five counties, serving thousands through urban, rural, pediatric, and senior outreach programs.
Good Samaritan Fund
Navigating the costs associated with medical care can be overwhelming, especially for those facing serious health challenges. The Good Samaritan Fund bridges the financial gap for patients who require critical support beyond their hospital stay. Established in 1959, this fund assists with essential needs such as transportation, medications, infusions and durable medical equipment. Each year, your generous contributions empower more than 2,400 patients, ensuring they can continue their treatment and healing journey with dignity. By contributing to the Good Samaritan Fund, you are upholding our mission to serve the most vulnerable and extend the compassion of Christ through action.
Learn how we help patients overcome barriers to healing by providing transportation, medications, medical equipment, and other critical support services.
Brighter Beginnings
At Ascension St. Vincent’s Foundation, we believe that every baby deserves a healthy start in life. Through our Brighter Beginnings program, we address the critical issue of infant mortality in Northeast Florida. By equipping expectant mothers and families with essential knowledge about safe infant care, nutrition and prenatal wellness, we help them overcome barriers that could affect their child’s health. Our comprehensive support, including educational sessions, nutritious meals and essential baby supplies, has reached more than 1,441 individuals since 2009, leading to a remarkable 35% decrease in infant mortality in our area. Your support makes these life-changing programs possible and ensures that mothers and their babies receive the care and guidance they need for a brighter future.
See how we're supporting expectant mothers and families with newborns through education, resources, and community support to ensure healthy starts.
Hospital Services
Ascension St. Vincent's has been serving Jacksonville and the surrounding Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia communities for more than a century. Its three acute hospitals include Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside (est. 1916), Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside (est. 1873), and Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County (est. 2013). Some of our specialty care includes:
Cardiology
Home to the largest cardiovascular program between Atlanta and Orlando, we opened our doors May 1, 2020 to the Delores Barr Weaver Heart & Vascular Pavilion. Our physicians are often the first to perform new and innovative procedures. Most recently, one of our cardiologists implanted the world’s first wireless pacemaker. This surgery marked the first patient in Florida to receive the device.
Pulmonary
The Betsy Lovett Center houses the Lung Institute which has the largest number of pulmonologists in the state of Florida. Their new lung nodule program has enabled them to track more than 2,200 patients who are at-risk for developing lung cancer. This allows for faster diagnosis and faster treatment.
Orthopedics
Ascension St. Vincent's was first in the nation to have Orthopedic Centers of Excellence for hip, knee, shoulder, and spine surgery - certified by the Joint Commission, the nation’s premier healthcare accreditation agency.
Oncology
Ascension St. Vincent's was the first in Duval County to be accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. We also partner with the Mayo Clinic to share our expertise in cancer care.
Family Birth Place
We don’t just deliver babies at our birthing place; we deliver personalized care before, during and after pregnancy. It is also home to the area's only all-private neonatal intensive care (NICU) rooms.