Hope Clinic recently hosted its Celebration of Hope event at the Atrium in downtown Garland. The clinic, located at 800 South Sixth Street, Suite 100 in Garland, provides health care to the underserved population in Dallas County, and the Celebration of Hope event serves as an annual fundraiser.
Hope Clinic uses a holistic approach to treat patients’ physical, emotional and spiritual health as they share the love of Jesus Christ.
Photos courtesy of Delores Elder-Jones.
The clinic opened in 2002 and has now grown into a full-scale medical facility that facilitates approximately 8,000 patients per year. They partner with the Baylor Scott & White Health System as well as many specialty practices.
Mayor Pro Tem Deborah Morris, City Manager Judson Rex and Spring Creek Church Pastor Keith Stewart served on a panel that discussed various topics with attendees. Bobby Bradley was the panel moderator.
Attendees also got to hear from patients about how Hope Clinic has positively impacted their lives.
Executive Director Tanya Downing expressed appreciation for all who attended as well as everyone who helped make the event happen. In addition, she thanked the following sponsors:
| Lance and Jody Luna – Co-Chairs
Tim and Leslie Henson Al Horstmann Micropac Don and Sydna Gordon Frost Bank Miller Equipment Co. Atmos Energy Jack and Karen Whiteside American National Bank Sanford Firm Noon Exchange Club Texas Brand Bank First Baptist Church-Garland Touchstone Imaging Cooper Concrete
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Tim Lambert
City of Garland Baylor Scott & White Family Medical Centers Garland Chamber of Commerce Amegy Bank Metro Anesthesia Randall Reed’s Planet Ford 635 Patricia and Bob Walker Garland Police Department Garland Fire Department Texas Security Bank Rowlett Florist Minuteman Press Order up Catering Pam Swendig – Pianist
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Hope Clinic’s mission, purpose, vision and core values:
Mission – We exist to share the love of Jesus Christ by partnering with our community to provide primary health care and resources for healthy living to the underserved population.
Purpose – The clinic’s purpose is to reflect Christ’s love by providing health care, spiritual support and community resources.
Vision – Hope Clinic of Garland, Inc. is a model medical home, providing equitable health care and Christ-centered support for the underserved community.
Core Values – Spirituality. Love. Integrity. Quality. Empathy. Influence.