Food, clothing and shelter are what come to mind when we think of basic needs – basic in that they are the necessary elements to sustain life from one day to the next. But what about the pregnant mother with high blood pressure, the child with chronic ear infections, the aging man with diabetes or simply the young entrepreneur who can't afford to be sick? What do they need so they can work, learn, live productively and contribute to the community at the same time?

They need access to health care, to a family doctor, to peace of mind that their health concerns can be addressed and managed to help keep them out of the emergency room.

The SETON Healthcare Network believes every individual deserves access to quality health care, regardless of their ability to pay.