SAN BERNARDINO, Cali- So, it is rather easy to forget that humanity and optimism still exist in the world. If you can’t single-handedly solve global problems, it doesn’t mean you can’t make a difference in the world.
Kimberly Calvin (a.k.a Mama Kim) believes in equality for all people and has brought Tri-state Community Healthcare to San Bernardino County. Tri-state is a Mobile Medical Clinic that offers a variety of healthcare services in underserved neighborhoods and remote areas of San Bernardino County. Each mobile medical unit is equipped with full-service exam rooms to provide primary care, such as vaccines and medications, urgent care procedures, ultrasounds, blood work, cervical cancer screening. Other services include same day lab results, behavioral health care and enhanced care management.
Those without health insurance are welcome and will be eligible for all medical services at no cost. Patients with insurance are also welcome.
Kimberly Calvin has been a tireless advocate for the people of San Bernardino County serving as a homeless Community Liaison, Executive Director of the Akoma Unity Center, Unified School District and previously served as the President of the Shirrell’s neighborhood Association.
She successfully initiated the first housing development in more than 30 years, including a 94 multifamily and 170 affordable housing community in District 6.
She established San Bernardino’s first-ever Youth Council, providing young voices with a platform to participate in local decision-making.
She made significant investments in projects such as the Pepper Street paving and the University Parkway/State Street widening project, which have improved transportation and connectivity in the city.
She secured $9.5 million in funding for the revitalization of Nicholson Park, further enhancing the quality of life in the community.
She collaborated with the San Bernardino Police Department to improve public safety in the community and working on combatting homelessness a major problem in San Bernardino County. Her actions speak volumes.
“People get ready change is here, I fight for you” Calvin shouts out to a crowd of people.
Tri-state Community Healthcare mobile clinic is available at: 1655 N. Mount Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, California 92411, no appointments needed. To find other locations visit: www.tristateclinics.org or call 844-444-1424 for more information.
