A United Way of Central
Alabama Agency
Who we are
Cahaba Valley Health Care provides free dental and vision care for those in financial need in Jefferson and Shelby Counties, Alabama while maintaining dignity and strengthening the community. This care is provided to individuals without regard to their race, religious affiliation, or other cultural demographics.
Cahaba Valley Health Care (CVHC) has been a cornerstone of compassionate healthcare since its founding in April 2000. As the only entirely free dental and vision clinic in Central Alabama, CVHC fills a critical gap in care, ensuring that underserved communities receive essential health services at no cost.
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2000 – Established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bridging healthcare disparities.
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2001 – Hosted our first vision screening, reaching Birmingham’s Spanish-speaking community.
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2003 – Expanded to include free dental screenings, broadening our impact.
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2016 – Relocated to the Cooper Green Health Services Building, dramatically increasing our capacity from serving hundreds to thousands of patients annually.
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2018 – Partnered with the UAB School of Dentistry, welcoming 3-4 dental students to provide care in our clinic under the supervision of CVHC staff dentists.
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2024 – Moved into the newly constructed Cooper Green Health Services building, allowing us to expand clinic days and serve even more patients in need.
CVHC continues to grow, evolve, and strengthen its mission to provide life-changing dental and vision care to those who need it most.