Welcoming new patients

Hope Medical Dental Clinic does NOT provide emergency services. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

We provide FREE, non-emergency medical and dental services to uninsured residents of Delaware above the age of 18 with income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline.

Services are provided by volunteer medical and dental professionals in a private, clinic-based setting.

We see patients by appointment only. Walk-ins are not accepted.

Patient Eligibility

Patients must pass the following criteria to receive services.

Patient must be 18 years or older and have proof of residence in Delaware.
Patients must have no insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare for the service needed (e.g. If you have medical insurance without dental insurance, you may qualify for dental care).
Patients must have income at or below 300% of Federal Poverty Guidlines.

Preparing for Your Visit

Please bring the following documents to complete your application.

Valid/not expired ID.
Proof of Delaware residency (utility bill, phone bill, lease agreement, etc. with your name on it. If you live in a shelter, bring a letter confirming you live there).
Pay stubs, SNAP benefits, SSI benefits, unemployment benefits.
If you have no income, bring your most recent federal tax return.
Medicaid denial letter dated within the past 6 months.

If you are unemployed, we will accept any of the following that applies to you.

Current SSI benefits letter.
Retirement/pension letter.
Veterans' benefit letter.
Unemployment statement.
Proof of child support for each child.
TANF letter.
DHHS statement.
Other household income.

If you are living with someone who is taking care of your necessities, that individual must sign the last page of the application and provide a bill with their name and address.

Policy on Cancellations, No Shows, and Lateness

As a courtesy to our staff, volunteers, and other patients, please call if you are running late. If you need assistance with transportation, let us know--we are here to help!

Please call at least 24 hours in advance if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment. We will gladly help you reschedule.

If you do not show up to your appointment, you will be considered a "no show." If you have 3 no shows, you will be ineligible for services for 12 months.