Wesley Community Center Inc

Since 1950, Wesley Community Center, located in south central “downtown” Phoenix, AZ, has provided programs, services, and activities for primarily Hispanic families through its Family/Youth Services and the Amigos Center in west Phoenix.   Wesley Health Center, opened in 2003 for uninsured patients, became a FQHC in 2009 through a grant from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and HRSA.  In 2011, primary healthcare services and preventive/health management classes for everyone were provided to over 8,000 unduplicated patients.   Additionally, through partnerships with 26 other non-profit agencies/organizations, community center services supported an additional 7,600 individuals through:  after-school/summer programs; fitness, nutrition, sewing, and gardening classes/opportunities; and emergency food assistance.