Staywell South End Health Center

FQHC

Operated by Staywell Health Care, Inc.

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

1302 S Main St, Waterbury, CT 06706-1748

HRSA lists this site as open about 65 hours a week. Call to confirm today's hours.

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Services offered

Behavioral health

Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.

Dental

Cleanings, exams, restorations, extractions, and urgent dental care on a sliding scale.

Enabling services

Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.

Primary care

Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.

About Staywell South End Health Center

Staywell South End Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Waterbury, CT. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income, uninsured patients below 200% of the federal poverty line typically pay a nominal fee of $0 to $30 per visit. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and uninsured patients.

Community Health Centers like Staywell South End Health Center play a critical role in serving Black families and other historically underserved populations. They are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in a single location.

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Mental health + behavioral health context

FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Staywell South End Health Center use sliding-scale fees that make care accessible regardless of insurance status. If you're in crisis, dial or text 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Coverage + benefits in Connecticut

Staywell South End Health Center accepts Connecticut Medicaid. FQHC certified application counselors typically cross-enroll Medicaid + WIC + SNAP at the same visit. Anyone enrolled in Medicaid is automatically income-eligible for WIC under federal adjunctive eligibility (7 CFR 246.7).

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Frequently asked questions

What services does Staywell South End Health Center offer?

Staywell South End Health Center in Waterbury, Connecticut offers Behavioral health, Dental, Enabling services, Primary care.

Does Staywell South End Health Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Staywell South End Health Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Staywell South End Health Center?

HRSA lists this site as open about 65 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.

Is Staywell South End Health Center a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Staywell South End Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) funded by HRSA Section 330. FQHCs are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Where is Staywell South End Health Center located?

Staywell South End Health Center is at 1302 S Main St, Waterbury, CT 06706-1748. Phone: 203-597-9044.

Please verify before visiting. Hours, services, and insurance acceptance can change. Call the center directly to confirm they're open and accepting new patients before you go. Data last verified on April 24, 2026.

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