The Health Wagon

The Health Wagon The Health Wagon’s mission is to provide compassionate, quality healthcare to the medically underserved people in the mountains of Appalachia.

Our organization was started 42 years ago when Sister Bernadette Kenny, a medical missionary from Massachusetts, came to Appalachia and began offering free medical care from the back of her donated Volkswagen Beetle. The locals relied on Kenny for basic medical needs- referring to her simply as ‘Sister Bernie” and the care she provided as “the Health Wagon.” Today, we proudly continue her legacy, operating from mobile units and stationary clinics throughout Southwest Virginia.

💙🏥 November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month! 🏥💙At the Health Wagon, we’re shining a light on the importance of plannin...
11/12/2025

💙🏥 November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month! 🏥💙
At the Health Wagon, we’re shining a light on the importance of planning for long-term care - because caring for our health today helps protect our independence and dignity tomorrow. 🌿

Long-term care isn’t just about nursing homes - it includes the daily help, medical support, and community resources that allow people to live safely, comfortably, and with compassion as they age or face chronic illness. 💛

💡 This month, take time to:
🩺 Talk with your family about future care needs.
📋 Learn about available community and medical support programs.
💬 Encourage loved ones to stay proactive about preventive health.

At the Health Wagon, we’re committed to helping patients across Appalachia age with grace, security, and access to the care they deserve - from mobile clinics to health education and compassionate outreach. 💙

Because long-term care starts with long-term love. 💕

📞 (276) 328-8850 | 🌐 www.thehealthwagon.org

11/12/2025

💙🩸 November is American Diabetes Month! 🩸💙
At the Health Wagon, we’re shining a light on diabetes - a condition that affects over 37 million Americans, including many of our friends and neighbors here in Appalachia.

This month is all about awareness, prevention, and hope. With the right tools, education, and care, diabetes can be managed - and in many cases, prevented. 🌿

💡 Take charge of your health:
🩺 Get your blood sugar checked regularly.
🥗 Choose balanced meals and stay active.
💧 Drink plenty of water and limit sugary drinks.
💬 Talk to your provider about your risk factors.

The Health Wagon offers free screenings, education, and support to help you take control of your health journey - because everyone deserves access to care, no matter where they live. 💛

📞 (276) 328-8850 | 🌐 www.thehealthwagon.org

💙🌍 Today is World Pneumonia Day! 🌍💙At the Health Wagon, we’re raising awareness about one of the world’s most common - y...
11/12/2025

💙🌍 Today is World Pneumonia Day! 🌍💙
At the Health Wagon, we’re raising awareness about one of the world’s most common - yet preventable - respiratory illnesses. Pneumonia can affect anyone, but young children, older adults, and those with chronic conditions are especially vulnerable. 🩺

💡 Know the signs:
😮‍💨 Cough, fever, chills, and shortness of breath.
💧 Prevention starts with simple steps - get vaccinated, wash your hands, avoid smoking, and seek medical care early if symptoms appear.

Our team is here to provide screenings, vaccines, and compassionate care across Appalachia - helping protect our communities from preventable illnesses like pneumonia. 🌿

Together, we can save lives through awareness, prevention, and care. 💛

📞 (276) 328-8850 | 🌐 www.thehealthwagon.org

🚐 Mobile Clinic Location Update! 📅Heads up, Duffield! Due to the closure of Food Country, our mobile clinic will now be ...
11/12/2025

🚐 Mobile Clinic Location Update! 📅
Heads up, Duffield! Due to the closure of Food Country, our mobile clinic will now be parked at the Dollar General in Duffield, VA 🏪

👉 Starting in December, we’ll be there every 2nd Tuesday each month to serve you with regular medical services and screenings.

📍 New Location: Dollar General, Duffield, VA
🕘 When: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month

We look forward to continuing to serve you right in your community! ❤️

📞 For more information, call us at 276-328-8850 or visit thehealthwagon.org.

💊🌍 It’s World Antibiotic Awareness Week! 🌍💊At the Health Wagon, we’re joining the global effort to raise awareness about...
11/12/2025

💊🌍 It’s World Antibiotic Awareness Week! 🌍💊
At the Health Wagon, we’re joining the global effort to raise awareness about the responsible use of antibiotics - because protecting these lifesaving medicines protects all of us. 💙

Antibiotics are powerful tools, but when they’re overused or misused, bacteria can become resistant - making infections harder (and sometimes impossible) to treat. 🦠

💡 You can help fight antibiotic resistance:
✅ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a healthcare professional.
🚫 Never share or save leftover medication.
💧 Prevent infections with good hygiene, clean water, and vaccinations.
🩺 Talk to your provider if you’re unsure - not every illness needs antibiotics!

At the Health Wagon, we’re dedicated to education, prevention, and compassionate care for healthier Appalachian communities. Together, we can keep antibiotics working for generations to come. 🌿

📞 (276) 328-8850 | 🌐 www.thehealthwagon.org

This week, the Health Wagon proudly recognizes CJ Ratliff, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, for his incredible dedication, leadership, ...
11/12/2025

This week, the Health Wagon proudly recognizes CJ Ratliff, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, for his incredible dedication, leadership, and compassionate care. 💙

CJ plays an essential role in delivering quality healthcare to patients across Southwest Virginia. His clinical expertise, warm heart, and tireless commitment to improving access to care make him an invaluable part of our team.

From providing preventive services to managing complex health needs, CJ goes above and beyond every day to serve our patients with professionalism and kindness. He embodies the true spirit of the Health Wagon’s mission - caring for those most in need and empowering healthier communities. 💫

Please join us in celebrating CJ and all nurse practitioners this week for their service, skill, and compassion that make a lasting difference in countless lives! 👩‍⚕️💙

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we are honored to celebrate Leandra Stanley, PMHNP-BC - a provider whose care touches not ...
11/11/2025

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we are honored to celebrate Leandra Stanley, PMHNP-BC - a provider whose care touches not just the body, but the heart and mind. 🧠💛

Mental health care requires patience, trust, gentleness, and extraordinary strength, and Leandra brings all of these and more to her work each day. She creates a space where patients feel safe to speak, safe to feel, and safe to heal - something truly invaluable in our mountain communities. 🌄

Leandra’s care is defined by:
• Deep listening that makes patients feel seen
• Steady reassurance in moments that feel overwhelming
• Thoughtful guidance that helps patients regain their footing
• Compassion rooted in understanding, not judgment
• A belief that healing is possible - and that no one is ever alone

Her work changes lives quietly, courageously, and continuously.
Her presence brings comfort.
Her voice brings clarity.
Her heart brings hope. 💙

Leandra, thank you for:
• Holding space for others on their hardest days
• Showing up with empathy, strength, and integrity
• Reminding patients that their feelings matter, their story matters, they matter
• Being a source of stability in times of uncertainty
• Helping our community find healing and resilience 🌿

Your work is profound. Your impact is lasting. Your care is deeply appreciated.

Please join us in celebrating Leandra Stanley, PMHNP-BC - a compassionate mental health provider, a steady advocate, and a cherished member of our Health Wagon family. 💙✨

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! 🩺🌿

Today, we are honored to shine a light on Ashley Stanley, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, during Nurse Practitioner Week - a provider ...
11/11/2025

Today, we are honored to shine a light on Ashley Stanley, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, during Nurse Practitioner Week - a provider whose care is rooted in empathy, respect, and genuine human connection. 🌿💛

Ashley has a special way of making patients feel seen, heard, and valued. Her warmth and sincerity turn appointments into meaningful conversations. She listens deeply. She explains thoughtfully. She treats every individual with respect - honoring their story, their challenges, and their dignity. 🌼

Her patients trust her because they feel safe with her.
Her team values her because she is reliable, steady, and true.
Her community appreciates her because she shows up - fully - in every moment she serves. 🌄

Ashley’s work reflects:
• Compassion that eases fear
• Patience that makes healing feel possible
• Clinical excellence grounded in experience and continual learning
• A belief that every person deserves to be cared for with kindness and respect

Ashley, thank you for:
• The reassuring smiles
• The careful explanations
• The time you take to listen - even when the day is full
• The gentle presence you bring to those who need comfort
• The strength, grace, and heart you pour into Appalachian healthcare every day 💛

You make healing feel human. You make care feel personal. You make our community stronger.

Please join us in celebrating Ashley Stanley, MSN, APRN, FNP-C - a trusted healer, compassionate advocate, and cherished member of our Health Wagon family. 🌿✨

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! 🩺💛

As we continue celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week, we are proud to recognize Ethan Collins, BSN, MSEN, FNP-BC - a dedic...
11/11/2025

As we continue celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week, we are proud to recognize Ethan Collins, BSN, MSEN, FNP-BC - a dedicated provider whose energy, compassion, and drive are helping shape the future of healthcare in our mountain communities. 🌄💛

Ethan brings a fresh, thoughtful, and patient-centered perspective to every visit. He has a natural ability to meet people where they are and make them feel respected, encouraged, and understood. Whether he’s explaining a diagnosis, helping someone navigate their health journey, or simply listening - Ethan ensures his patients know they’re never alone. 💙

What stands out most about Ethan’s care is:
• His confidence paired with genuine humility
• His commitment to empowering patients with knowledge
• His calm, steady approach in stressful moments
• His belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality care, no matter their circumstances
• His dedication to the people and communities of Appalachia 🌿

Ethan, thank you for showing up every day with heart, integrity, and purpose.
Thank you for the conversations that change lives.
For the reassurance that eases fear.
For the education that builds independence.
For the encouragement that makes healing feel possible. 🩺✨

Your work matters - and it is deeply felt.

Please join us in celebrating Ethan Collins, BSN, MSEN, FNP-BC - a compassionate clinician, a trusted advocate, and an important part of our Health Wagon family. 🚐💛

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week!

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we proudly celebrate Cara Robinson Stewart, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, whose steady leadership and...
11/11/2025

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we proudly celebrate Cara Robinson Stewart, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, whose steady leadership and compassionate clinical care make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients every single day. 💛

Cara is known for her clear communication, thoughtful approach to care, and the confidence she gives patients as she guides them through their health journey. She brings a calm presence - one that helps people feel grounded, informed, and supported. 🌿

Her work reflects:
• Clinical excellence rooted in strong training and continued growth
• Determination to advocate for patients in complex situations
• Consistency in showing up fully for her community
• Kindness that honors every patient’s dignity
• Sincerity in every conversation, every exam, every follow-up

Cara has a gift for helping patients feel capable - reminding them that their health is something they can understand, manage, and take ownership of. She empowers people. She educates. She encourages. And she does it with respect and grace. 💙

Cara, thank you for being:
• A confident voice for rural healthcare
• A steady source of strength for your team
• A reliable advocate for every patient you serve
• And a trusted pillar in our Health Wagon family 🚐🌄

Your impact reaches far beyond the clinic walls.

Please join us in celebrating Cara Robinson Stewart, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC - a dedicated provider who leads with clarity, compassion, and heart. ✨

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! 💛🩺

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we are celebrating one of our bright, compassionate, and truly remarkable nurse practition...
11/11/2025

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we are celebrating one of our bright, compassionate, and truly remarkable nurse practitioners - Jazlyn Rowe, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. 🌿💛

Jazlyn embodies the very heart of our mission here at the Health Wagon:
To care deeply, to serve humbly, and to uplift the people of our Appalachian communities with dignity and grace. 🌄

With every patient she meets, Jazlyn brings:
✨ Kindness that makes people feel seen
✨ Patience that turns fear into reassurance
✨ Skill & clinical excellence rooted in strong training and lived experience
✨ A genuine love for community health and wellness

Her smile and spirit light up the room.
Her compassion eases worries before a word is spoken.
Her dedication reminds us that healthcare is not just a profession - it is a calling. 💙

Jazlyn, thank you for:
• Listening deeply and without judgment
• Serving our patients with honesty, humility, and heart
• Being an anchor of hope and care in a time when it is needed most
• Reflecting the very best of what it means to be a nurse practitioner 🩺✨

Our patients feel safer because of you.
Our team is stronger because of you.
Our community is healthier because of you. 💛

Please join us in celebrating Jazlyn Rowe, MSN, APRN, FNP-C - a compassionate healer, an unwavering advocate, and a beloved member of our Health Wagon family. 🌿💙

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week!

Happy Veterans Day!!! if you see any of our veterans out today please give them a handshake and a thank you for protecti...
11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day!!! if you see any of our veterans out today please give them a handshake and a thank you for protecting our freedom!!!
Pay attention to those caps that say World War II veteran, Korea, Vietnam and GULF war ! Thank those Men and Women and may we give thanks to God above for those who served in the US military!

Address

5626 Patriot Drive
Wise, VA
24293

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12763288850

Website

https://www.behance.net/healthwagon0, https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/the-health-wa

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The Health Wagon is a free clinic that sees patients throughout Southwest Virginia and Kentucky. The Health Wagon is committed to serving the health care needs of the uninsured, under-insured, and disenfranchised in the mountains of Appalachia. Services of The Health Wagon are provided at no cost. The organization is fully funded through grants and donations.