Lawndale Christian Health Center

Lawndale Christian Health Center Lawndale Christian Health Center (LCHC) is a community-based nonprofit clinic founded in 1984
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Mission and Values:
The mission of Lawndale Christian Health Center is to show and share the love of Jesus by promoting wellness and providing quality, affordable healthcare for Lawndale and the neighboring communities. Our organizational values are an extension of the Christian Community Development philosophy, embodied by the “3 R’s”: Relocation, Reconciliation, and Redistribution. Relocation is a focus on ‘living among’ in order to clearly understand the issues that face a community. Reconciliation is the value at the heart of the Christian Gospel, and includes both a reconciled relationship with God and with each other. Redistribution happens when resources are fairly and justly distributed among a community facing injustice. Our Focus:

ACCESS TO CARE
Lawndale Christian Health Center is working to improve the health and wellbeing of the patients who have chosen us as their medical home, as well as the health of the communities around us. We provide high quality services that are accessible and affordable regardless of a patient’s insurance status. OVERALL WELLBEING
Our approach to health incorporates more than just medical care. We believe that emotional, spiritual, and mental health are of equal importance, which is why you’ll find us continuing to expand services like behavioral health, treatment for opioid use disorder, and weekday programming for seniors. In addition, we operate a fitness center, café, event venues, and urban farm that allow us to invite the whole community into our mission – whether they seek medical care with us or not. FAITH
All of this is built on a foundation of faith – our values and mission are shaped by the love of Jesus Christ. Our identity is summarized by our slogan, “Loving God, loving people.”

How We Work
Lawndale Christian Health Center is modeled as a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) to deliver the best possible care to our patients. This model is characterized by 5 attributes:

Comprehensive Care – patients are assigned to a care team that works together to meet the vast majority of each patient’s needs, including mental health supports, prevention, chronic disease management, and acute care. Patient-Centered – our patients are viewed as the center of their care team. We want each patient to manage and organize their own care at the level they choose. As partners in care, providers and patients can build strong, trusting relationships. Coordinated Care – LCHC assists patients by coordinating care they may need outside of the clinic, such as hospital services, social supports, specialty care, and more. Accessible Services – patients have phone access to a provider around the clock, other direct communication methods, access to urgent care, and access to extended clinic hours. Quality and Safety – LCHC is committed to providing high quality services by using evidence-based medicine, practicing population health management, using performance measures, responding to patient feedback, and collecting a large volume of quality and safety data.

Today we lost an extraordinary leader and teacher, a model of reconciliation and justice, and a dear friend and mentor. ...
03/13/2026

Today we lost an extraordinary leader and teacher, a model of reconciliation and justice, and a dear friend and mentor. Dr. John M. Perkins spent his life demonstrating what it truly means to love our neighbor. His courage, wisdom, and commitment to the Gospel will continue to impact generations of people who seek to reflect the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. We mourn with his family and loved ones, and seek to honor his legacy in our work.

There are not enough words to express our appreciation for Dr. John M. Perkins and the ways he helped birth, shape, encourage, fight for, and love the CCDA community.

He meant so much to our association, and we are deeply grateful for the legacy that continues to live on through the John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, CCDA, and so many of our members across the nation.

May we always remember that "love is the final fight."

Please join us in grieving and lamenting the loss of one of our extraordinary founders.

Rest in peace and power, Dr. Perkins.


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The man I’ve called Daddy, died. Dr. John M. Perkins died this morning, March 13, 2026, surrounded at home by his wife and family.

To the world, he was Dr. John M. Perkins, a voice for justice, reconciliation, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. He received 19 honorary doctorate degrees, but most importantly, he was the devoted husband of his bride, Vera Mae Perkins, for 74 years, and together they were blessed with 8 children.

But to me, he was Daddy.

My heart is broken, yet full of gratitude for the gift of being his daughter. His life was marked by courage, humility, faith, and love. He poured himself out for God, for people, and for the work of reconciliation.

Please keep our family in your prayers as we grieve, honor, and celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy.

Daddy, thank you. We love you, and we will carry your legacy forward. V. Elizabeth Perkins

03/13/2026
All LCHC clinics will be closing early at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, March 11th. We appreciate your understanding and encoura...
03/10/2026

All LCHC clinics will be closing early at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, March 11th. We appreciate your understanding and encourage patients to plan appointments accordingly. Regular hours will resume on Thursday, March 12th.

Today we’re celebrating International Women’s Day and the impact women make in communities around the world. We’re grate...
03/08/2026

Today we’re celebrating International Women’s Day and the impact women make in communities around the world. We’re grateful for the leadership, strength, and care women bring to families, neighborhoods, and every part of society. It’s a day to celebrate those contributions and continue supporting opportunities for women and girls everywhere.

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the women who make a difference in our community. At L...
03/05/2026

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the women who make a difference in our community. At LCHC, we’re grateful for the women on our staff who serve our patients every day and for the women in our community who trust us with their care. Their strength and impact help make our community healthier and stronger.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we encourage our community to prioritize their health and stay i...
03/02/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we encourage our community to prioritize their health and stay informed about the importance of preventive care. Colorectal cancer is both preventable and treatable when detected early.

Schedule an appointment today with your care team.
https://lawndale.org/contact-your-care-team

A new program involving Lawndale Christian Health Center is expanding access to heart care for individuals returning to ...
02/25/2026

A new program involving Lawndale Christian Health Center is expanding access to heart care for individuals returning to the community after incarceration. By supporting patients before and after release, this program helps address long-term cardiovascular health and uninterrupted care. Learn more about how this program is making an impact by clicking the link.

Every year, more than 20,000 people leave Illinois prisons, many facing challenges that extend far beyond finding stable housing and employment.

Join us as we celebrate the impact of the 340B program and how it helps save lives and support healthier communities. Th...
02/24/2026

Join us as we celebrate the impact of the 340B program and how it helps save lives and support healthier communities. This event will take place on March 1st, 2026, at 3:00pm. at Chicago State University, Chicago. Community members, health care providers, and leaders from across Illinois will come together to share real stories of patients served and lives changed through 340B.

We hope you’ll join us to learn more and stand with us during this important time for community health.

High blood pressure is a silent threat, impacting nearly 50% of adults in the U.S. without them even knowing. Left unche...
02/24/2026

High blood pressure is a silent threat, impacting nearly 50% of adults in the U.S. without them even knowing. Left unchecked, it can lead to serious health issues like heart disease and stroke.

Schedule an appointment today for a check-up.
https://lawndale.org/contact-your-care-team

Join us for our February Lunch & Learn on Heart Health with Dawn on February 17th at 12:30pm at the Green Tomato Café. W...
02/17/2026

Join us for our February Lunch & Learn on Heart Health with Dawn on February 17th at 12:30pm at the Green Tomato Café. We’ll talk about simple habits you can start today to support a healthier heart for tomorrow. Attendees will receive a blood pressure cuff, pedometer, and light snacks while supplies last.

RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/PUmPLZm14V

Address

3860 W Ogden Avenue
Chicago, IL
60623

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 11pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+18725883000

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