The Knox Clinic is celebrating its 25th year of providing affordable and quality healthcare to our community! With deep roots in the community, Knox Clinic offers primary care, dental care, mental health and wellness services, and prescription assistance. Now, as we look to the future, our commitment to fostering education and community health remains stronger than ever through our growing student intern program.

The Knox Clinic's student intern program, which partners with local and national universities, offers aspiring service providers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a community health setting. This program not only equips students with the skills they need to excel in their careers but also instills in them the profound importance of compassionate, accessible care.

Two of our current student interns shared their reflections on their time at Knox Clinic, offering a glimpse into the transformative experiences that shaped their journey.

Reba Richardson, a Master’s level clinical counseling intern, shared, “I chose to do my internship at Knox Clinic because I was familiar with the clinic’s work providing quality care for uninsured and under-insured individuals in our area. What I didn’t know, though, was that choosing to do my internship at the clinic would mean that I would be learning from an office full of incredibly skilled, dedicated, and caring individuals. Throughout my internship, I have been lucky enough to provide therapy to individuals from all corners of our community, and I have discovered that hope and connection is key to doing this work well. At the clinic, I get to be a part of making high-quality mental health care available to the whole community. There is so much potential for personal transformation in therapy, and I am honored to be a part of making the opportunity for that growth accessible to all.”

Caroline Latiolais, who is pursuing her Master of Social Work, echoed these sentiments: “My experience here at the clinic has been wonderful. I applied for an internship placement at Knox Clinic because I wanted to do my generalist internship in-person and stay involved in my community. Since starting here in April, I have been involved in resource navigation projects with clients. This immersive experience has allowed me to rapidly learn about many different programs and resources available to those in need. I have been so inspired by the empathy and compassion of the employees and volunteers of Knox Clinic, and energized by their passion for social justice within our community and beyond. I am also incredibly grateful for all the clients I have interacted with, as they are the true teachers in the field of Social Work.”

As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are filled with gratitude for the countless individuals who have walked through our doors—patients, volunteers, interns, and staff alike. Each person is a vital thread in the fabric of our community, and it is through their stories, struggles, and triumphs that Knox Clinic has become the beacon of hope it is today.

Our upcoming transition to a full-time community health center marks an exciting new chapter in our journey. This expansion will allow us to extend our reach even further, ensuring that more individuals in our community have access to the compassionate, high-quality care they deserve. Together, we are building a future where every person, regardless of their circumstances, can receive the care they need to thrive.

For more information about Knox Clinic or to learn how you can support our mission, please contact Jesse at jesse@knoxclinic.org.