Our Story
The Knox County Health Clinic was founded in June of 1999 by Dr. Paul and Jeannie Klainer with significant community support to provide primary medical care to the working people of Knox County, Maine who could not afford their own health insurance and did not qualify for Medicaid, Medicare or other programs. A Dental Program was added in April of 2001 to serve patients both without insurance and those on Medicaid. In 2003, the Clinic began assisting patients in obtaining free medications through a Prescription Assistance Program (PAP). In 2008, the Clinic expanded its services to include mental health and wellness services.
In 2020, we conducted a Barriers to Care survey and found that many in our community were still struggling to access the care they needed. In response, we have worked diligently to address these gaps and are excited to announce that we are transitioning to a full-time community health center. We now accept all major insurances and offer a sliding scale fee for our uninsured neighbors. Our medical program is open three days a week, and we are thrilled to continue expanding our services to better serve the community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and developments!
We are incredibly grateful for the generous support from our community. Your donations have empowered diabetic patients to regain control of their lives, restored smiles to those who once hid them, and provided essential care and vaccines to students who are now contributing to our community as nurses and dentists. Each success story reflects the positive change made possible by your contributions, creating a ripple effect that enhances lives throughout our community. CLICK HERE to continue making a difference and support our mission.
