Community Health Gets Boost with New Center
In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare access for union members, the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council (MACRC) and Premise Health celebrated the grand opening of the Carpenters Wellness Center in Kansas City. This state-of-the-art medical facility exclusively serves over 4,750 union members and their families.
Located at 8965 E. 38 Terrace, the wellness center opens its doors weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering same or next-day appointments at no out-of-pocket cost. MACRC Regional Director Rocky Kloth expressed, ‘The opening of the Carpenters Wellness Center is the culmination of careful planning and cooperation by organizations intent on providing high-quality and accessible care.’ He emphasized the commitment to supporting the health and well-being of union families.
A Comprehensive Care Approach
The wellness center features a full team of six licensed Premise providers who deliver a variety of services. These include primary and preventive care, pediatric services, behavioral health, chiropractic care, and x-ray imaging. Additionally, nursing support extends after hours to accommodate members with varied schedules.
Stu Clark, CEO of Premise Health, noted, ‘We are honored to open this wellness center to provide access to care for more union members and their families.’ The collaboration between MACRC and Premise reflects a shared vision of promoting health and wellness within the community.
Pioneering Union Healthcare Collaboration
Since 2018, the partnership between MACRC and Premise has focused on delivering low-cost, high-quality care tailored specifically for union members. Amid a national trend towards union membership growth and expanded benefits, this initiative points to a promising direction for unionized workplace health.
Conclusion
The Carpenters Wellness Center stands as a landmark commitment to ensuring that union families have direct access to the health resources they need. As this health initiative takes root, it represents hope for a healthier future within the community.
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