MyChart Safety Reminder

MyChart Safety Reminder

MyChart Safety Reminder Protect Your Personal Information We want our patients and community members to be aware of scams that may use MyChart to try to access private information. As a reminder, please: Never share your MyChart password or verification codes. Be...

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Temporary Increase in Call Wait Times

We are currently experiencing higher-than-normal call volumes while our Call Center is operating with limited staffing. Our team is working hard to assist every patient as quickly as possible, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this...

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4th of July Closure and Heat Advisory

Holiday Closure & Heat Safety Notice HealthFirst Family Care Center will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, July 6, 2026. With dangerously high...

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New Providers June 2026

New Providers June 2026

HealthFirst Family Care Center is proud to announce the addition of several new healthcare providers to its growing team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the Greater Fall River community. Joining HealthFirst are:...

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MassHealth Changes for Weight-Loss Treatment

MassHealth Changes for Weight-Loss Treatment

MassHealth recently announced changes to coverage for anti-obesity medications that are prescribed specifically for weight loss or obesity treatment.Effective July 1, 2026, MassHealth will NO LONGER COVER the following medications for weight loss unless specific...

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2nd Annual Fashion Fusion Celebrates Culture and Community

2nd Annual Fashion Fusion Celebrates Culture and Community

HealthFirst Family Care Center was proud to host the 2nd Annual Fashion Fusion event, bringing together community members for an inspiring evening celebrating culture, diversity, and unity. Held before a crowd of more than 125 guests, this year’s event featured over...

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Dental Department Closed 4.18.26

Dental Department Closed 4.18.26

The HealthFirst Dental Department will be closed on Saturday, April 18, 2026.  The Dental offices will reopen on Monday, April 20, 2026.  Please call (508) 679-8111 to schedule your appointment.

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Family Nurse Practitioner Paid Residency Program

Family Nurse Practitioner Paid Residency Program

HealthFirst’s FNP Residency Program prepares the next generation of nurse practitioners to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care to medically complex and underserved populations in the Greater Fall River community. This paid, 12-month postgraduate...

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HealthFirst to Reopen After Storm

HealthFirst to Reopen After Storm

Thank you for your patience!HealthFirst will reopen tomorrow and resume normal business hours.We look forward to seeing you and hope everyone stayed safe during the storm.

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Security & Public Safety reaches milestone

Security & Public Safety reaches milestone

This year, HealthFirst’s Security & Public Safety Department reached an extraordinary milestone: becoming a State-Certified Public Safety agency through the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee, the Massachusetts POST Commission, and the Massachusetts...

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2025 Christmas Closing

2025 Christmas Closing

HealthFirst will close at 12:00pm on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 and will reopen on Friday, December 26, 2025. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the Emergency Room.

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World Hepatitis Testing Week

World Hepatitis Testing Week

World Hepatitis Testing Week starts November 17th. This global campaign, led by the World Hepatitis Alliance, highlights the urgent challenge facing us – the need to dramatically increase testing and diagnosis of viral hepatitis if we are to achieve elimination of...

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Workforce Pipeline Info

Workforce Pipeline Info

For more information on the Workforce Pipeline program, please get in touch with De-Anne Machado, our Training Specialist.

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HealthFirst Named Grantee

HealthFirst Named Grantee

HealthFirst Family Care Center Named Grantee of the Atrius Health Equity Foundation’s Massachusetts Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Residency Collaborative HealthFirst Family Care Center is proud to announce that we have been selected as one of six recipient...

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Making an Impact Here and Around the Globe

Making an Impact Here and Around the Globe

https://fallriverreporter.com/fall-river-nurse-practitioner-brings-health-faith-hope-to-communities-in-ethiopia/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMRRzdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHj3AAYDfOlX7XMTd_r7QlJLktIZ9NsdtCsTSaO_YaHS8Dv7mnuJsr1edxhdQ_aem_6VAIHiY3u-M6QOFaQ10eww We are bursting with pride for...

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HealthFirst Staff Shine During Community Health Center Week

HealthFirst Staff Shine During Community Health Center Week

Community Health Center Week may have kicked off with our 3rd Annual Block Party Palooza, but the celebration didn’t end there! Throughout the week, HealthFirst took time to honor the incredible dedication, compassion, and hard work our employees bring to our patients...

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HealthFirst Announces 2024-2025 ACE Award Winner

HealthFirst Announces 2024-2025 ACE Award Winner

2024–2025 Award for Commitment to Excellence (ACE) HealthFirst is proud to announce that Dr. Gloria Mercado, Family Medicine Physician, is the recipient of the 2024–2025 Award for Commitment to Excellence (ACE). This prestigious award is presented annually to a team...

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HealthFirst Celebrates Community Health Center Week

HealthFirst Celebrates Community Health Center Week

HealthFirst Celebrates Community Health Center Week with 3rd Annual Block Party Palooza HealthFirst employees kicked off Community Health Center Week in style with our 3rd Annual Block Party Palooza—a day filled with fun, connection, and community spirit! The...

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We Are Hiring!

We Are Hiring!

Are you looking for a new, exciting opportunity?  Visit our Career Center for a complete listing of the job opportunities available at HealthFirst Family Care Center.

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Peace Pole

Peace Pole

A Peace Pole is a hand-crafted monument that displays the message "May Peace Prevail on Earth,” usually in a different language on each side.  There are 300,000 Peace Poles in 200 countries all over the world dedicated as monuments to peace. They serve as constant...

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2024 Annual Report

2024 Annual Report

HealthFirst’s 2024 Annual Report Is Here! Discover how we’re making a difference in our community. Our latest report highlights our services, dedicated staff, and the people we serve. Read it now!

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Dental Department Closure

Dental Department Closure

The HealthFirst Dental Department will be closed on Saturday, February 8, 2025. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, February 10, 2025.

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Dental Office Closed 2/1/25

Dental Office Closed 2/1/25

Our Dental office will be closed on Saturday, February 1, 2025, to allow our team members the ability to attend a national continuing education conference in Boston, MA.  We will reopen on Monday, February 3, 2025.

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We are HIRING!

We are HIRING!

To learn more and to apply for any of our open positions please visit our Career Page.

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Thank You Veterans

Thank You Veterans

"We don't know them all, but we owe them all." With respect, honor and gratitude - THANK YOU VETERANS!

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International Interpreters Day

International Interpreters Day

HealthFirst recognizes our medical interpreters on International Interpreter Services Day, Monday, September 30, 2024. September 30th celebrates the feast of St. Jerome, the Bible translator, considered the patron saint of translators. St. Jerome was a priest from...

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Recent News

MyChart Safety Reminder

MyChart Safety Reminder Protect Your Personal Information We want our patients and community members to be aware of scams that may use MyChart to try to access private information. As a reminder, please: Never share your MyChart password or verification codes. Be...

Temporary Increase in Call Wait Times

We are currently experiencing higher-than-normal call volumes while our Call Center is operating with limited staffing. Our team is working hard to assist every patient as quickly as possible, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this...

4th of July Closure and Heat Advisory

Holiday Closure & Heat Safety Notice HealthFirst Family Care Center will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, July 6, 2026. With dangerously high...

Important Updates to MassHealth Adult Dental Coverage

To learn more about MassHealth Dental Benefits, visit www.Mass.gov Questions about your health and dental insurance? Please schedule an appointment with the HealthFirst Navigators/Patient Benefits Counselors (774) 627-1238.

New Providers June 2026

HealthFirst Family Care Center is proud to announce the addition of several new healthcare providers to its growing team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the Greater Fall River community. Joining HealthFirst are:...

MassHealth Changes for Weight-Loss Treatment

MassHealth recently announced changes to coverage for anti-obesity medications that are prescribed specifically for weight loss or obesity treatment.Effective July 1, 2026, MassHealth will NO LONGER COVER the following medications for weight loss unless specific...

2nd Annual Fashion Fusion Celebrates Culture and Community

HealthFirst Family Care Center was proud to host the 2nd Annual Fashion Fusion event, bringing together community members for an inspiring evening celebrating culture, diversity, and unity. Held before a crowd of more than 125 guests, this year’s event featured over...

Dental Department Closed 4.18.26

The HealthFirst Dental Department will be closed on Saturday, April 18, 2026.  The Dental offices will reopen on Monday, April 20, 2026.  Please call (508) 679-8111 to schedule your appointment.

Family Nurse Practitioner Paid Residency Program

HealthFirst’s FNP Residency Program prepares the next generation of nurse practitioners to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care to medically complex and underserved populations in the Greater Fall River community. This paid, 12-month postgraduate...

HealthFirst to Reopen After Storm

Thank you for your patience!HealthFirst will reopen tomorrow and resume normal business hours.We look forward to seeing you and hope everyone stayed safe during the storm.