Hello there, I’m Simon Jones. I’ve been on an incredible ride with AVAN Mobility for the past 13 years, and I’ve learned how mobile medical vehicles save lives all over the country. I started as a technician and was more hands-on with the vehicles. Over time, I shifted gears, moving from a technician to the heart of our customer service team.
After discovering my knack for helping people, I leaped into customer relations. It’s funny how life takes you places, right? What keeps my engine running is witnessing the real impact our work has on communities. We don’t just talk the talk; we roll our way into making a difference.
At AVAN Mobility, we’re more than just making vehicles; we’re about saving lives. My expertise lies in weaving strong bonds with neighborhoods, communities, tribes, and healthcare providers. While I love handing over the keys to a new organization that will be saving lives with these mobile medical vans; it’s about understanding their needs, and ensuring our mobile units become their tools to help people across the U.S.
Stick around to learn more about how mobile medical vehicles are saving lives and how your organization can do the same.
How mobile medical vehicles save lives
In this section, you’ll learn about the mobile medical vehicles we offer at AVAN Mobility and how they save lives.
Mobile Outreach Van: Bringing healthcare to doorsteps
The Mobile Outreach Van is a van designed to be your on-the-go office and transport hub for your patients. But it’s more than that; it’s a lifeline for those who can’t travel for medical attention.
How Mobile Outreach Vans save lives:
- Reaching the unreachable: Going where traditional healthcare struggles tend to occur, like remote areas.
- Remote rescues: Reaching folks in isolated areas with no means of transportation to a healthcare center.
- Building trust bridges: Connecting healthcare providers with those who need it most, breaking down barriers.
Mobile Outreach Vans become part of communities, stationed in visible spots like grocery store lots or near festivals. They help to build trust in communities, reduce fear, and make healthcare accessible for everyone.
Who benefits?
Mobile Outreach Vans are perfect for programs in:
- Housing
- Mobile health
- Harm reduction
- Referrals
- Overdose prevention
- Mental health
Mobile Response Van: More than just a ride
Meet the Mobile Response Van, a non-emergency medical transport (NEMT) marvel. It’s like an ambulance but without the flashing lights. It’s not for unstable patients, but it’s your go-to for non-urgent medical needs and more. This van is ideal for basic life support (BLS). It’s geared toward patients who are in non-critical condition.
How Mobile Response Vans save lives:
- NEMT: Transporting patients with non-urgent medical needs.
- Urgent care on wheels: Your organization can use it as a substitute urgent care clinic, reducing ER traffic, until an ambulance arrives.
- On-site first aid: Treating injured workers on remote job sites before formal emergency response.
Who benefits?
The Mobile Response Van is recommended for Native reservations, NEMT providers, and industrial safety providers.
Mobile Clinic Van: A doctor’s office on wheels
Enter the Mobile Clinic Van – a rolling health haven, a clinic on wheels. It’s here to bridge the gap, providing healthcare directly to those who can’t access traditional health centers.
How Mobile Clinic Vans save lives:
- Health equality: The Mobile Clinic Van brings healthcare to those facing barriers. Barriers can include transportation, mobility issues, and a lack of medical insurance.
- Preventive care: The vans address health issues early, preventing costly complications and more serious health concerns in the future.
- Comprehensive care: This goes beyond basic healthcare, such as mental health counseling, diagnoses, and more.
Mobile Clinic Vans can be customized with different features depending on what you need it for. For example, if you’re going to be administering vaccines, you can get a refrigerator installed to store the vaccines in.
Who benefits?
Communities, organizations, and programs focusing on addiction services, industrial safety, housing, homeless support, and public and private healthcare providers.
Mobile Overdose Prevention Van: A safe haven in motion
The Mobile Mitigation Van – also known as an overdose prevention van, is a lifeline for those navigating the complexities of substance use.
How Mobile Overdose Prevention Vans save lives:
- Safe consumption: Providing a sterile and secure space away from public areas.
- Harm reduction: Preventing infections, needle sharing, and overdoses.
- Pathways to treatment: Connecting users to social services and treatment options.
These vans are operated by behavioral health and harm reduction programs and serve as supervised consumption sites. They’re trained staff monitors users, and are ready to intervene in case of an accidental overdose.
Who Benefits?
Utilized by behavioral health programs, mobile overdose prevention initiatives, and harm reduction programs.
A real example of a Mobile Clinic Van saving lives
The Community Clinic of Southwest Missouri is making a big difference with its Mobile Clinic, helping over 2,000 people each year. Here’s how this clinic is changing and saving lives:
Help for the struggling: The clinic looks after people who work hard but struggle to afford health insurance. These are folks who fall into a gap where they make too much money for Medicaid but can’t afford regular insurance. They’re facing tough times, and the Mobile Clinic steps in to provide important healthcare services.
More than just a doctor’s visit: The Mobile Clinic is like having a friend there who cares. Patients get medical care and also have someone to listen to them and support them. This helps them take care of their family and work without worrying about healthcare costs.
Quality care, no cost: The best part? The clinic gives high-quality healthcare without asking for money. Patients can get prescriptions, lab services, and more without worrying about the bill.
Working together with hospitals: The clinic partners with local hospitals. It makes sure people don’t always have to go to the emergency room. This helps hospitals and ensures that people get the right care when they need it.
Reaching far and wide: The Mobile Clinic doesn’t stay in one place. It travels throughout southwest Missouri and even provides services in southeast Kansas. This means it helps lots of communities that might have a hard time getting healthcare.
Start saving lives today with a mobile medical vehicle
As we wrap up exploring the impactful journey of how mobile medical vehicles save lives, the heart of our story lies in just one of the many real-world examples like the Community Clinic of Southwest Missouri.
For a deeper glimpse into how this clinic uses its Mobile Clinic Van to save lives, read this article.
You should also review our article on the 10 steps to starting a mobile medical clinic to give you a head start with what you need to know.
Now, it’s your turn to be part of this life-saving mission. Join us in driving change, one mobile medical vehicle at a time. Explore the possibilities and start making a difference today. Your journey towards saving lives begins with a simple step – consider a mobile medical vehicle from AVAN Mobility. Let’s roll towards a healthier and brighter future together!
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