We Are MRHC
Because of you, we’ll ensure real healthcare solutions that matter the most
The Overarching Problem
Far too many barriers have prevented our community from seeking and receiving quality healthcare.
It's been difficult for our vulnerable neighbors to obtain high quality medical, dental and behavioral healthcare that is affordable, accessible, available AND culturally-sensitive
Within 5 miles of Midwest Refuah Health Center...
- 41,000+ adults are below the Federal Poverty Level
- 19,700+ adults have no usual source of healthcare
- 74.6% (18,500+) of children 6-11 live in low income households
- 35.9% (12,500+) of children 0-11 live below/200% below the poverty line
- 56.2% (15,500) of children are Medicaid-dependent; 9,700+ are uninsured
Source: 2022 Needs Assessment Study, Health Management Associates (US Census American Community Survey)
For Jewish households within 5 miles of our facility:
- 18,200+ are struggling financially
- 9,200+ have 1+ family member with a health issue
- 22,300+ have 1+ family member with a chronic condition
- 16,600+ have 1+ family member with a mental health issue
Of the 38,800+
Jewish households in Metro Chicago that needed healthcare…
- 21% (12,552+) did not receive the healthcare they needed
- 44% (26,300+) couldn't afford their healthcare
Source: 2020 JUF Population Study
Our Innovative Solution
Our "Care Without Compromise" Commitment
Turns FIVE Key Healthcare Barriers Into Vital Patient Benefits
MRHC is a transformative medical, dental and behavioral health center that fills the critical health and wellness gaps and overcomes the barriers experienced by vulnerable, marginalized populations and others in Rogers Park, Albany Park, Peterson Park, West Ridge, Skokie and suburbs
- High quality “Care without Compromise” from top-tier practitioners
- Affordability: High quality care regardless of patient’s ability to pay
- Accessibility: One-stop, under-one-roof Medical, Dental and Behavioral Health Care
- Availability: Extended evening and weekend hours—no more waiting weeks & months for appointments
- Cultural Comfort: Compassion and respect for our community’s diversity
Midwest Refuah Practice Areas
Featuring many key comprehensive practice areas under one roof for one-stop convenience
Now Open
• Behavioral Health
• Pediatrics
• Family Health
• Urgent Care/X-ray
2025 (Phase 2)
• Pediatric & Family Dentistry
• Music Therapy
• Vision
• Neuropsychological Testing
2026 (Phase 3)
• Cardiology
• Pulmonology
• Dermatology
• Otolaryngology
2027 (Phase 4)
• Geriatrics
• Oncology
• Women's Health
• Pharmacy
- 4-floors, 26,000+ sq. ft. building purchased in March, 2022
- Located at the corner of Lincoln & Devon Avenue on Chicago's far Northeast side
- Building currently undergoing extensive interior renovations to modernize areas and provide a futuristic facility with state-of-the-art equipment, open reception areas inviting treatment rooms and comfortable waiting areas
Key Numbers
Over $10+ million
raised to date from generous donors
$18 million
total fundraising goal over the next 3 years
4,500+
Individual patients by YE 2025
57,000+
patient visits projected in 2027
FQHC
(Federally-Qualified Health Center Status) expected in 2025/26
Based on
projections and a commissioned due diligence study, Midwest Refuah Health Center should be SELF-SUFFICIENT IN 5 YEARS
To learn how you can help ensure a high quality healthcare experience for vulnerable families and others, please contact
Mitch Salzstein | Director of Development | (847) 917-8870