Southwest Community Health Center

The Family Practice at St. Vincent’s Hospital offers enhanced versions of Southwest Community Health Center services, including onsite therapy.

The Internal Medicine department offers comprehensive care for adults, including acute and chronic illness management, preventive services, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C screenings, and geriatric care.

Southwest Community Health Center offers 24/7 access to coordinated, patient-focused care with daytime and evening appointments.

Southwest Community Health Center hosted an overdose awareness event on International Overdose Awareness Day, offering free HIV testing, NARCAN training, and medication-assisted treatment education.

Southwest Community Health Center hosted *Journey to Baby* with M&T Bank at the Wakeman Boys and Girls Club in August 2025, welcoming expecting parents and their guests.

Southwest Community Health Center earned six 2026 Community Health Quality Recognition badges for clinical quality, health outcomes, and health information technology in 2025.

Southwest Community Health Center operates as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, funded by patient revenues, grants, and community support.

Southwest Community Health Center, Inc. requires payment at the time of service and submits claims to insurance companies.

Southwest Community Health Center offers a sliding fee discount program for uninsured patients unable to afford full-cost services.

Southwest Community Health Center introduces its leadership team, including Mollie Melbourne, Alexandra Ocampo, Richard Wintermute, Dimitri Hrisovulos, and Dr. Dara Richards.

Southwest Community Health Center lists its internal medicine providers, including Dr. Gerard Abidor, Geralda Angrand, Emily Carter, Sarah DeNisco, and Nikkia J. Diaz.

Southwest Community Health Center traces its 50-year history, from its origins in the P.T. Barnum Apartments to its expanded network of care in Greater Bridgeport.

Southwest Community Health Center describes its history, mission, and commitment to compassionate healthcare in the Greater Bridgeport area since 1976.

Southwest Community Health Center publishes annual reports detailing its impact on community health, care quality, and service expansion.

Southwest Community Health Center provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services to uninsured residents in Southwest Bridgeport.

1046 Fairfield Avenue Bridgeport CT 06605 This site concentrates on behavioral health treatment including psychiatric evaluation, treatment, and therapy for children and adults. Clinicians provide individual, family, and group counseling. Patients experiencing substance abuse can participate in the Intensive Substance Abuse and Mental Health program and seek continuing care as well. Hours of Operation […]

Southwest Community Health Center’s site at 968 Fairfield Avenue offers internal medicine, dental, OB/GYN, mental health, pediatrics, and HIV/AIDS services.

Southwest Community Health Center’s site at 46 Albion Street provides internal medicine, urgent care, women’s health, dental, behavioral health, pediatrics, and HIV/AIDS services.

Southwest Community Health Center’s family practice at 510 Clinton Avenue serves patients in their preferred language.

SWCHC delivers affordable medical, dental, and behavioral health services to uninsured and low-income individuals in the Greater Bridgeport area.

Southwest Community Health Center, Inc. follows HIPAA to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.