The clinic marks a major expansion of The Reverend Bill Crews Foundation’s healthcare services which provides free, wraparound healthcare to people living with disability, mental illness, addiction and complex physical conditions.
“This clinic is about giving people dignity, care, and hope,” said Reverend Bill Crews.
“Often we see patients presenting without Medicare, secure housing or a stable income so for them this free service is a lifeline.”
“Too many people in Western Sydney are going without basic medical treatment. We built this clinic so that no one is left behind.”
The new clinic extends the Foundation’s renowned services beyond its Ashfield headquarters, where demand for care has soared.
Premier Minns said: "For close to 40 years, Bill's charity has been doing an enormous amount of good for the community.”
"Whether it be through a hot meal, free healthcare or social services, the Foundation’s services are life changing.
"The Ashfield centre provides much needed support for thousands of people each year, and we hope Bill and his team have the same success at the Blacktown Clinic," he said.
The Ashfield site now delivers more than 2,400 medical appointments each year, in addition to dental services, trauma informed services, and social work programs.
Dr Nada Andric, who heads the Foundation’s medical programs, said the new site will make a profound difference for the local community.
“We see patients who haven’t seen a doctor in years,” Dr Andric said.
“This clinic will be a lifeline for them and will also help take pressure off the local hospital system by providing care early and in the community.”
The new clinic in Blacktown aims to service 2,400 medical and 1,300 dental appointments each year, and up to 3,000 social work intake cases.
About the Reverend Bill Crews Foundation
The Reverend Bill Crews Foundation provides holistic, life-changing support to people experiencing homelessness, poverty, trauma, and disadvantage. Founded by social justice advocate Rev. Bill Crews, the foundation offers free meals, medical and dental care, literacy programs, play therapy, crisis support, and housing advocacy. With services spanning Sydney and beyond, including regional and international programs, the foundation meets people where they are, and offers dignity, care, and hope when it's needed most.
