WelcomeHealth: Northwest Arkansas' Free Health Center

WelcomeHealth: Northwest Arkansas' Free Health Center Northwest Arkansas' premier free health center! We are here for the uninsured, underinsured and the Our name changed to WelcomeHealth in 2015.

When we first opened the doors of the Northwest Arkansas Free Health Center in 1986 in South Fayetteville, it was for one purpose: to welcome all residents of Northwest Arkansas with consistent, quality healthcare. We were determined to make certain that there were no barriers, financial or otherwise, to that welcome. We moved to our current facility on Woolsey Avenue to accommodate the need for more services and space. We are excited about these changes and how they have improved our patients’ experience, but our mission remains the same. All are welcome here, all are treated with respect and dignity and all receive the best care available. We are here for the uninsured, underinsured and the insured. You can rest assured that we will welcome you regardless of your ability to pay or insurance status. All must meet our income guidelines (cannot make more than 200% above federal poverty level), and that criteria can be determined by a quick call to our helpful front desk staff.

We love when our patients leave us these amazing comment cards!
11/14/2025


We love when our patients leave us these amazing comment cards!

National Philanthropy Day 2025 is officially in the books.What an energizing day celebrating the changemakers who power ...
11/13/2025

National Philanthropy Day 2025 is officially in the books.
What an energizing day celebrating the changemakers who power our community forward. We are so proud of every recipient, your leadership and generosity are truly moving the needle for Northwest Arkansas.

Thank you for letting WelcomeHealth be part of this incredible ecosystem of service and impact.
Congratulations to all!

Dr. James Norys serves as WelcomeHealth’s Medical Director and has been a dedicated volunteer for more than 30 years. He...
11/11/2025

Dr. James Norys serves as WelcomeHealth’s Medical Director and has been a dedicated volunteer for more than 30 years. He practices internal medicine, providing primary care for adults and helping patients live healthier, fuller lives.

In 2017, Dr. Norys received WelcomeHealth’s Jesse Bryant Service First Award in recognition of his decades of compassionate service.

11/09/2025
11/09/2025
11/08/2025

Your support keeps the doors open for those who have nowhere else to turn. Together, we make healthcare possible for our own community.

10/26/2025

Every community needs a place that says yes when others can’t. We provide free healthcare and dental care to uninsured and under-resourced neighbors — right here in Fayetteville. Got to Join us at www.WelcomeHealthNWA.org.

10/26/2025

PLEASE SHARE: The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is advising Arkansans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that they should prepare for a possible delay or disruption in November benefits if the federal government shutdown continues into next month. DHS is advising Arkansans who receive SNAP to prepare including:

🛍️ Identify local food pantries, churches, and community organizations that can provide temporary food assistance. The Arkansas Foodbank has a helpful resource online for locating food assistance resources by address, city, or ZIP code: https://www.foodbanksofarkansas.org/

🛒 If you have accrued SNAP benefits from previous months on your account, use those funds now to buy shelf-stable foods that can last through November and beyond. The SNAP retail system may disallow purchases beginning on Nov. 1 even if you have funds in your account.

We are so thankful to Dr. Kenton Ross and his incredible team for choosing to spend their community service time with u...
10/18/2025


We are so thankful to Dr. Kenton Ross and his incredible team for choosing to spend their community service time with us! They rolled up their sleeves and worked alongside our dental student assistants to clean, organize and create wish lists, all while offering fresh perspectives on how we can continue improving our dental clinic. Your support and teamwork make a real difference!

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1100 N Woolsey Avenue
Fayetteville, AR
72703

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 4pm - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm

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When we first opened the doors of the Northwest Arkansas Free Health Center in 1986 in South Fayetteville, it was for one purpose: to welcome all low-income residents of Northwest Arkansas with consistent, quality health care. We were determined to make certain that there were no barriers, financial or otherwise, to that welcome. Our name changed to WelcomeHealth in 2015. We moved to a newly rennovated facility on Woolsey Avenue with twice as many exam rooms, as well as a community room. We are excited about these changes and how they have improved our patients’ experience, but our mission remains the same. All who qualify are welcome here, all are treated with respect and dignity and all receive the best healthcare available. We are here for the uninsured, underinsured and the insured alike. You can rest assured that we will welcome you regardless of your ability to pay!