Turning Points Earned a 2025 Gold Rating from the NAFC Quality Standards Program
Turning Points earned a 2025 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program. By self-attesting that the organization has policies and procedures in place, it is able to demonstrate its commitment to providing quality care to patients.
The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinic’s mission is building healthy communities for all through quality, equitable, accessible healthcare. The NAFC and its members are dedicated to ensuring that patients receive access to quality healthcare. To quantify and qualify the care provided at the Free and Charitable Clinic network, the NAFC formalized a set of Quality Standards for member organizations.
“We are honored to receive the 2025 Gold Rating from the NAFC, a recognition that reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to those who need it most,” said Kathleen Cramer, Executive Director of Turning Points. “This acknowledgment reinforces the dedication of our team and volunteers, who work tirelessly to ensure that every patient is treated with dignity, respect, and excellence.”
NAFC Members voluntarily submit information to the NAFC on the various policies and procedures in place to attain their standards rating and attest/pledge that they successfully incorporate these standards within their organization.
NAFC Quality Standards elements include policies and procedures related to the following areas: Administrative, Clinic/Pharmacy Responsibilities, Credentialing and Privileging Systems, Patient Care, and Risk Management Systems.
For more information on the NAFC, please visit http://www.nafcclinics.org. For more information on Turning Points, please visit tpmanatee.org.
About Turning Points: Last year, over 9,000 individuals benefited from programs at Turning Points, including Community Resource Navigation, which helps individuals and families navigate crises and access essential resources; Rental and Utility Assistance, a vital tool in preventing housing instability; Free Medical and Dental Care, which supports uninsured Manatee County residents in maintaining their health; Day Resource Services, offering hot showers, laundry, clothing, and other essential basic needs; and Veterans’ Services, providing comprehensive housing solutions and wraparound support for those who served our nation. Visit tpmanatee.org to learn more.
About the National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is the only nonprofit 501c(3) organization whose mission is solely focused on the issues and needs of the uninsured and underinsured throughout the nation and the more than 1,400 Free and Charitable Clinics and Pharmacies that serve them. The NAFC has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar and a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. Founded in 2001 and headquartered near Washington, D.C., the NAFC is working towards healthy communities for all through quality, equitable, accessible healthcare. For more information about the NAFC, please visit http://www.nafcclinics.org.