Brighter Beginnings Family Health Clinics

Family Practice • Richmond, CA • Since 1984 • Three Family Health Clinics in Contra Costa County (Antioch Lone Tree, Antioch Downtown, Richmond) locations

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About

Brighter Beginnings provides medical and support services for families in low-resource communities, with a focus on Oakland and surrounding areas (Richmond, Antioch). In Richmond, as part of their network of family resource centers and clinics, they offer: - Medical care and family healthcare services - Mental health and behavioral health support - Early childhood development programs - Teen family support - Financial coaching and advocacy - Community strengthening and fitness-related wellness Key details: - Founded 1984; nonprofit in the Hospitals/Health Care sector - Headquarters: Oakland; 6 offices nationwide (including Richmond) - Richmond address commonly referenced: 2727 Macdonald Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 - Contact: development@brighter-beginnings.org; main phone options include 510.903.7500 and 530.447-8765

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Clinic Type

Family Practice

Address

Brighter Beginnings Family Health Clinic Richmond, 2727 Macdonald Ave, Richmond, CA 94804; Lone Tree Antioch, CA (specific street address not provided in excerpt); Downtown Antioch, CA (address not fully specified in excerpt)

Phone

(510) 236-6990 or (925) 303-4780

Email

management@brighter-beginnings.org

Opening Hours

Brighter Beginnings Family Health Clinic Richmond, CA: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 6 pm (Holiday closure days/times); Lone Tree Antioch and Downtown Antioch clinics have similar service structures (hours specified per location in site text)

Website

https://www.brighter-beginnings.org/health-clinics/medical-care/

Telehealth

telemedicine available

Emergency Care

If medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital; Do not use this site for emergency access

Services Offered

primary care
general medicine
pediatrics
women’s health
family planning
preventive care
chronic disease management
health screenings
mental health services
telemedicine
on-site visits
COVID testing
COVID-19 vaccine
referrals for social services
financial coaching
food, transportation and housing referrals
free diapers and formula
sliding fee discount program
assistance enrolling in insurance (Covered California, Medi-Cal, Medicare, Contra Costa CARES)
assistance enrolling in Covered California & Medi-Cal
sliding scale fees based on income

Insurance & Payment

Medi-Cal
Family PACT
PE4PW
Contra Costa Health Plan
Medicare
Blue Shield
Covered California enrollment available via Certified Enrollment Entity

Certified Enrollment Entity for Covered California, Medi-Cal, Medicare and Contra Costa CARES; sliding fee discount for uninsured/low income

Sliding fee discounts, Medicare, Medicaid, Private insurance (as listed), Cash if applicable per clinic policies

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish (Spanish-language consent forms referenced)
interpreters available per excerpt

Pricing

sliding fee discount program based on income for uninsured/underinsured

FAQs

What services do Brighter Beginnings Family Health Clinics provide?

Full-scope primary care including general medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, family planning, preventive care, chronic disease management, health screenings, and mental health services; onsite social services including financial coaching and referrals for food, transportation and housing assistance; access to basic needs such as free diapers and formula.

Are the clinics sanctuary facilities?

Yes, Brighter Beginnings Family Health Clinics are sanctuary facilities and will treat patients regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

Do you offer telemedicine?

Yes, telemedicine and on-site visits are available.

Can you help with insurance enrollment?

Yes, we are a Certified Enrollment Entity and can help enroll in Covered California & Medi-Cal, Medicare and Contra Costa CARES.

What are the Richmond clinic hours and address?

Richmond Macdonald Center, 2727 Macdonald Ave, Richmond 94804; hours Mon-Fri 8 am – 6 pm (holiday closure days/times apply).