For more than 15 years, The Family Center has partnered with the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation to enhance the health and overall well-being of residents in Maury County. Their collaborative efforts focus on providing essential support to individuals and families who need assistance with medications for various health conditions, including diabetes and viral infections.
Through The Family Center, eligible individuals and families can enroll in a medication assistance program. Once enrolled, they can send their prescriptions to a designated pharmacy located in Columbia, where the prescriptions will be filled upon approval. This streamlined process allows participants to prioritize their health without the burden of worrying about the costs associated with their necessary medications. The program has an annual cap of $250 and does not cover painkillers or certain other medications.
This year marks a significant milestone for The Family Center, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary since its establishment in 1994. As a well-respected nonprofit organization, The Family Center is dedicated to supporting the community in a comprehensive manner, with the overarching aim of fostering stability and improving health outcomes.
The fall season is particularly busy for The Family Center, which runs various programs to assist the community. In 2023, their initiative known as Santa’s Workshop provided gifts to 1,236 children during the holiday season. Additionally, they distributed 807 turkeys to families for Thanksgiving and supplied 141 bags filled with school supplies to students in Maury County. Looking ahead, these numbers are expected to rise in 2024, reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to serving the community.