Ascension St. Vincent Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital’s Mobile Dental Clinic receives a $50,000 donation.
EVANSVILLE, IND.- Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital (PMCH) is delighted to announce a generous donation of $50,000 from the Vanderburgh County Commissioners Office. This substantial contribution will be directed towards bolstering the essential work of the Dental Clinic at PMCH. The dedicated team aboard our dental unit is committed to providing children and teens in the Greater Evansville area with access to vital preventative and diagnostic care and necessary treatments.
Since its inception in 2000, the Dental Clinic has grown to serve approximately 1,600 children annually, extending its reach to 47 different locations, including 34 schools within the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation. The clinic’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality dental care has positively impacted the lives of countless young individuals in our community.
The Ascension St. Vincent Dental Clinic has been a steadfast provider of dental care and oral health education to children for over two decades, with a particular focus on the poor and vulnerable, who may not have access to essential services otherwise. Our program works tirelessly to eliminate barriers to treatment, such as insurance, transportation, and limited services in certain counties. A significant proportion of our patients are underserved children enrolled in Medicaid and/or Hoosier Healthwise. Through regular utilization of the clinic, the cost of treatment decreases, showcasing the positive impact of our consistent presence.
“We are immensely grateful to the Vanderburgh County Commissioners Office for their generous donation,” says Dr. John Anoskey, DDS, Dental Clinic dentist. “The Clinic would not be able to provide this life-changing care without the support of generous community donors. Through their support, children without access to dental care will be afforded the chance to smile, laugh, and eat without the pain from dental decay.”
“We are proud to support the outstanding work of the Ascension St. Vincent Dental Clinic at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital,” says Cheryl Musgrave, Vanderburgh County Commissioner. “This donation reflects our commitment to the health and well-being of the children in our community, and we are confident that it will make a meaningful impact in their lives.”
Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital extends its deepest gratitude to the Vanderburgh County Commissioners Office for their generous contribution, undoubtedly enhancing the accessibility of vital dental care for children in need.
