San Jose Clinic

The first time I went to the new San Jose Clinic building, I was very excited! Its a very good feeling to realize that they operate primarily through the work of volunteers and donations and still manage to maintain such a high level of patient care and quality, especially in such a beautiful facility. I was especially amazed that the pharmacy is entirely stocked by way of donations! It is very touching to see the people really do care about their fellow humans and are willing to donate their time and efforts for the good of society. Health care in particular is the most precious and vital thing that every human should be entitled to, becasue without healthcare, there is no basis for living a fulfilling and productive life in the first place. It is first and foremost our good health which allows us to live, dream, and hope to the fullest extent possible. While volunteering at the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County, especially with regard to Health Literacy, I realize how many people really do not get the proper health care that they deserve, and then end up becoming seriously ill because of something simple that could have been prevented. When we advise people to go to the doctor more often for check-ups, its not so easy. It may be too expensive or difficult to see a doctor, and unfortunately some people just end up accumulating illnesses and ultimately having to go the emergency room. Therefore, the services that the San Jose Clinic offers to the uninsured of Houston really is heroic in my eyes.