Accessible Health & Wellness Resources - Healthy Ocala https://mchdt.org/healthyocala-category/accessible-health-and-wellness/ Your Health Is Our Mission Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:02:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://mchdt.org/wp-content/uploads/cropped-MCHD-logo-1-32x32.jpg Accessible Health & Wellness Resources - Healthy Ocala https://mchdt.org/healthyocala-category/accessible-health-and-wellness/ 32 32 Active Marion Project (AMP) https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/amp/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:21:49 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=9906 The Active Marion Project (AMP) is the healthy lifestyle program of the Marion County Hospital District. We offer workshops, classes, and resources to help people manage stress, thrive at work, and adopt healthy habits. Through fun step challenges and workplace wellness initiatives, AMP motivates Marion County residents to embrace an active lifestyle. Our goal is […]

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]]> The Active Marion Project (AMP) is the healthy lifestyle program of the Marion County Hospital District. We offer workshops, classes, and resources to help people manage stress, thrive at work, and adopt healthy habits.

Through fun step challenges and workplace wellness initiatives, AMP motivates Marion County residents to embrace an active lifestyle. Our goal is for our entire community to get moving — and become healthier, together.

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]]> COMMUNITY HOME PROJECT (CHP) https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/community-home-project/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:35:32 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=9354 The Marion County Hospital District has partnered with Marion County Public Schools to offer free services at Howard Academy located at 306 NW 7 Ave. Building 3, Ocala, FL 34475. The Community Home Project assists families with employment, educational tutoring and continuing education, healthcare navigation and dental clinics, fitness and nutrition classes (diabetes education, grocery […]

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]]> The Marion County Hospital District has partnered with Marion County Public Schools to offer free services at Howard Academy located at 306 NW 7 Ave. Building 3, Ocala, FL 34475. The Community Home Project assists families with employment, educational tutoring and continuing education, healthcare navigation and dental clinics, fitness and nutrition classes (diabetes education, grocery orders) and much more.

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]]> ESTELLA BYRD WHITMAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/estella-byrd-whitman-community-health-center/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:38:13 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=9355 Our mission is to build a community where every person has access to compassionate quality healthcare, wellness education, and the resources to live a healthier life. Services offered include : comprehensive primary care, annual health exams, well child visits, school and sports physicals, Women’s health services and family planning, vaccinations (adults and children), chronic care […]

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]]> Our mission is to build a community where every person has access to compassionate quality healthcare, wellness education, and the resources to live a healthier life. Services offered include : comprehensive primary care, annual health exams, well child visits, school and sports physicals, Women’s health services and family planning, vaccinations (adults and children), chronic care management and preventative care screenings.

NW 7th St. LOCATION:
819 NW 7th St.
Ocala, FL 34475

SMA OCALA LOCATION:
5664 SW 60th Ave
Ocala, FL 34474

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]]> Fitness and Nutrition in Schools (FANS) https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/fitness-and-nutrition-in-schools-fans/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:23:20 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=9905 The free Fitness and Nutrition in Schools (FANS) program is an innovative initiative aimed at helping both public and private schools in Marion County. It focuses on reducing childhood obesity and diabetes while providing a healthy roadmap for children, parents, and school employees. This is achieved by: Increasing physical fitness opportunities Promoting healthy lifestyle choices […]

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]]> The free Fitness and Nutrition in Schools (FANS) program is an innovative initiative aimed at helping both public and private schools in Marion County. It focuses on reducing childhood obesity and diabetes while providing a healthy roadmap for children, parents, and school employees. This is achieved by:

  • Increasing physical fitness opportunities
  • Promoting healthy lifestyle choices
  • Creating a culture of wellness

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]]> Advent Health – Wellness Center Ocala https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/advent-health-wellness-center-ocala/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:09:02 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=10352 Feeling whole is more than just taking care of your body. That’s why we’ve designed AdventHealth Wellness Center Ocala, formerly LifeTime Fitness, to be more than just a gym. We’ve got you covered with all the exercise equipment and tracking tools you need to get (or stay) physically fit, but our support doesn’t stop there. […]

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]]> Feeling whole is more than just taking care of your body. That’s why we’ve designed AdventHealth Wellness Center Ocala, formerly LifeTime Fitness, to be more than just a gym. We’ve got you covered with all the exercise equipment and tracking tools you need to get (or stay) physically fit, but our support doesn’t stop there. AdventHealth Wellness Center gives you access to comprehensive services provided by medical professionals, including: Access to spa amenities and group fitness classes.

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]]> Catholic Charities of Central Florida – La Guadalupana Medical & Dental Clinic https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/catholic-charities-of-central-florida-la-guadalupana-medical-dental-clinic/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:22:39 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=10358 La Guadalupana has the mission to provide free Medical and Dental care to uninsured individuals with an income of 300% or less of the Federal Poverty guidelines living in Marion County. Clinic services included: Medical – Primary care, labs, mammogram orders, CT, MRI, and X-Ray orders. There will be a reduced charge for labs or […]

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]]> La Guadalupana has the mission to provide free Medical and Dental care to uninsured individuals with an income of 300% or less of the Federal Poverty guidelines living in Marion County. Clinic services included:

Medical – Primary care, labs, mammogram orders, CT, MRI, and X-Ray orders. There will be a reduced charge for labs or any medical order procedure.

Dental Clinic – The Dental Clinic (when available) is for basic dental procedures such as extractions, abscesses, checkups, and fillings. We are NOT offering root canals, no cosmetics procedures, no orthodontist treatment, no cleaning.

THE MEDICAL AND DENTAL SERVICES ARE ONLY FOR MARION COUNTY RESIDENTS. Proof of living and ID will be requested at the time of the appointment.

New patients must complete the eligibility process before scheduling an appointment. For questions or requirements please call 352-509-6996 or bluquis@cflcc.org

Appointment required 352-509-6996. Please leave a message and we will contact you to complete a screening.

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]]> Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) @ Department of Health https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/diabetes-empowerment-education-program-deep-department-of-health/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:06:06 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=10348 Unlike many health conditions, diabetes is managed primarily by the person it affects, with support from a healthcare professional. Lifestyle changes, such as shifting to a healthier diet and exercising regularly, can reduce the risk of diabetes. But becoming smarter about diabetes and its causes, effects, and treatments is vital to avoiding the risk. DOH-Marion […]

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]]> Unlike many health conditions, diabetes is managed primarily by the person it affects, with support from a healthcare professional. Lifestyle changes, such as shifting to a healthier diet and exercising regularly, can reduce the risk of diabetes.

But becoming smarter about diabetes and its causes, effects, and treatments is vital to avoiding the risk.

DOH-Marion offers diabetes self-care education classes to help residents control their diabetes. The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) helps participants understand how diabetes works, realize the benefits of meal planning and exercise, and identify and prevent diabetic complications. The goal is to help participants reduce their diabetes risk by making small lifestyle changes. Classes meet once a week for eight weeks at locations around Marion County.

If you are interested learning more about DEEP or signing up for classes, please contact DOH-Marion at 352-629-0137.

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]]> Express Care of Belleview https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/express-care-of-belleview/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:01:01 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=10527 Our mission is to serve our patients in a courteous, professional and kind manner, to let our patients know they are valued and to develop long-term relationships with our patients. Express Care of Belleview began to proudly serve its community in October, 1996 and has since expanded by opening a second location in Leesburg, Florida. […]

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]]> Our mission is to serve our patients in a courteous, professional and kind manner, to let our patients know they are valued and to develop long-term relationships with our patients.

Express Care of Belleview began to proudly serve its community in October, 1996 and has since expanded by opening a second location in Leesburg, Florida. We are a full service medical facility providing both family practice medical care as well as urgent care. Appointments are accepted and walk-ins are always welcome.

So whether you need care one time when your doctor is unavailable, or you need urgent medical care, or if you are searching for a healthcare provider to help you maintain good health for a lifetime…Express Care of Belleview/Leesburg is here to serve you.

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]]> FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MARION COUNTY https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/florida-department-of-health-in-marion-county/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 18:30:13 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=9425 The Florida Department of Health in Marion County provides a wide variety of public health services. Popular programs include the Dental Clinic, Healthy Start, WIC (Women, Infants and Children), Family Planning, Immunizations, hepatitis testing and treatment, HIV services, and more. The Department also provides naloxone to the public as part of its ongoing overdose prevention […]

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]]> The Florida Department of Health in Marion County provides a wide variety of public health services. Popular programs include the Dental Clinic, Healthy Start, WIC (Women, Infants and Children), Family Planning, Immunizations, hepatitis testing and treatment, HIV services, and more. The Department also provides naloxone to the public as part of its ongoing overdose prevention efforts.

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]]> Florida KidCare https://mchdt.org/healthyocala/florida-kidcare/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:59:50 +0000 https://mchdt.org/?post_type=directory_listing&p=10345 Florida Kid Care: Florida KidCare is the brand name for four income-based health insurance programs – Medicaid, MediKids, Florida Healthy Kids and the Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Health Plan – that together provide seamless coverage for Florida children from birth until the 19th birthday. Medicaid: Medicaid provides free or low-cost health care to people who […]

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]]> Florida Kid Care: Florida KidCare is the brand name for four income-based health insurance programs – Medicaid, MediKids, Florida Healthy Kids and the Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Health Plan – that together provide seamless coverage for Florida children from birth until the 19th birthday. Medicaid: Medicaid provides free or low-cost health care to people who qualify. It can help pay for doctor visits, hospital care, immunization (vaccines), pregnancy-related services, nursing home care, and other services.

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