We're excited to welcome Jeffrey Gaines, MD, MHCM, FACEP, as Thundermist's new chief medical officer! Before joining us, Dr. Gaines was CMO at Newport Hospital. He is also an assistant professor of medical science at the Warren Alpert School of Medicine of Brown University. Welcome aboard!

Trans, nonbinary, gender diverse people & their guests are invited 5/6 for a Maker's Day of Action! Help create a symbolic community shield to uplift trans & gender diverse people in RI. May 6 - 6-7:30 p.m. RSVP at Lu.Ma/THAT to receive the exact location in Providence.

April is STI Awareness Month! Did you know that whether you are a current Thundermist patient or not, you can access STI screening and treatment at our Convenient Care locations, which are open 365 days a year? Find hours and locations here: www.thundermisthealth.org/services/convenient-care/.

Rolling Thunder is out and about! Have you stopped by our mobile medical vehicle yet? We're with 3 different community partners in Woonsocket, West Warwick, and Peace Dale throughout the week. No appointment necessary! See more about services and locations: www.thundermisthealth.org/.../mobile-m....

Thanks to all the attendees who came to our Annual Meeting last Wednesday--especially U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo for his keynote remarks. We were also proud to unveil our 2025 impact report at the event. You can read it here: www.thundermisthealth.org/wp-content/u....

Thanks to everyone who contributed during 401 Gives this year! Your gifts make a real impact on the health of so many throughout Rhode Island by ensuring we can provide care to every individual coming through our doors, regardless of their ability to pay. Thank you for being healthcare champions! 💙

You have just two hours left to make your gift to support care for EVERY body, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Now is the time to give the gift of health & help us end 401 Gives on a strong note! We're almost to our goal! Give here: www.401gives.org/organizations/thundermist

Starting at 4:01 p.m. today, the first $20,000 in gifts will be matched for 401 Gives. This means your gift at this time will double your impact and help twice as many Thundermist patients. Make your gift at www.401gives.org/organizations/thundermist. If you’ve already donated, thank you!

401 Gives starts tomorrow at 6 a.m.! Your donations between 3/31 at 6 a.m. & 4/1 at 6 p.m. directly support patient care, including Uber rides to apppointments and care for those without insurance & more. To learn more & make a gift tomorrow, visit www.401gives.org/organizations/thundermist.

Last chance! Register today for our Annual Meeting on April 1, 8-10 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. We're excited to announce U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo will be joining us to deliver keynote remarks at the event. Join us for breakfast by getting your tickets here: tinyurl.com/THCAnnualMeeting2026.

Only 2 weeks until 401Gives! This annual day of giving is when your support can ensure patients get care. For example, a $30 gift between 3/31 at 6 a.m. & 4/1 at 6 p.m. will provide an Uber Health ride so a patient can see their provider. See www.401gives.org/organizations/thundermist for more!

Did you know about 1 in 3 people in the U.S. who should get tested for colorectal cancer have never been screened? If you’re 45 or older, it’s time. Visit quiz.getscreened.org to find out your screening options or talk to your healthcare provider at your next visit! #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

If you want to apply for our primary care or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner fellowships for 2026-27, the deadline has been extended to March 15! To learn more about each fellowship, program staff, key components, and more, visit the Join Our Team on our website: thundermisthealth.org.

We’re excited to announce that beginning March 2, East Side Clinical Laboratory (a Sonic Healthcare USA company) will be our new partner for on-site lab services at all 3 of our medical centers! If you need any lab work done before then, visit eastsidelab.com for info on locations closest to you.

Please note: due to ongoing blizzard cleanup efforts, our Rolling Thunder mobile medical unit will not be at partner sites, but will return next week at: Jonnycake Center in Peace Dale Wednesday 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; CCF in Woonsocket Thursday 1-3 p.m.; West Warwick Public Library Friday 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Last two informational sessions for our primary care and psychiatric mental health NP fellowships are coming up! Primary Care is 2/21 10:30-11:30 a.m.(ET) Psychiatric is 2/23 4-5 p.m. (ET). For more info on both fellowships and the application link, visit: www.thundermisthealth.org/join-our-team/.

Quick reminder that all Thundermist locations are open on Monday, February 16, including our Convenient Care services. If you need additional information, call us at 401-7670-4100 or visit thundermisthealth.org.

One delicious way to make heart health a bit more fun is trying some new recipes. In honor of American Heart Month, why not explore hundreds of dishes recommended by the American Heart Association? Find all the cooking skills videos, recipes, and other resources here: recipes.heart.org/en/. ❤️

February is #AmericanHeartMonth. Simple self-care (better sleep, moving a little more, taking some time for deep breathing and relaxing) can make a difference to your heart. Getting regular checkups and talking to a healthcare provider about your heart health is self-care, too!❤️

Rolling Thunder is out on the road and visiting community partner locations in Peace Dale, West Warwick, and soon Woonsocket! Open to all with no appt. necessary: access to health screenings, checkups, counseling & more. Read this great story for more info about we're up to and come find us! 💙

Join us for Advocacy Out Loud Saturday, 2/7 and discuss ways to advance justice in our communities through personal storytelling and other creative forms of civic engagement for trans, nb, and gender diverse people and allies. 1-3 p.m. RSVP for exact location in PVD. Free event! RSVP: Lu.Ma/THAT

It's the last few days to help us raise funds through the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program! Each $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Stop & Shop at 2470 Warwick Ave. in Warwick through January 31 means a $1 donation to Thundermist! Thank you for helping us deliver care to so many Rhode Islanders!💙❄

Due to weather, all Thundermist locations will be closed Monday 1/26. We have done this out of an abundance of caution for our patients & staff. If you have an appointment that was originally scheduled for Monday, we will be in touch about rescheduling it. We plan to be open normal hours on Tuesday.

All 3 of our Convenient Care locations will close at 12 p.m. today, January 25. The snowstorm is expected to make travel treacherous this afternoon and we want to make sure everyone stays safe. We are evaluating conditions for tomorrow & will announce a delayed opening or closure later today. 💙❄

With frigid temperatures settling in starting tonight and a big snowstorm on the horizon, no one should be sleeping outdoors! RI's list of warming centers is here: riema.ri.gov/warming-cent.... For other resources, call 2-1-1. Help our neighbors stay safe and out of the weather these next few days!

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month--and a reminder we have so many effective tools today to prevent it. Early vaccination and regular screenings with Pap and HPV tests can ensure that cases of cervical cancer continue to drop. #CervicalCancerPrevention #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth

#MLK #MLKDay

Rhode Island health insurance officials said enrollment in the state’s health exchange, HealthSource RI, is down, and thousands still haven’t renewed their coverage ahead of the Jan. 31 open-enrollment deadline.

HIV prevention drugs are covered by most private health insurance plans. But billing mistakes for PrEP can leave patients with frustrating, incorrect bills. Finding an LGBTQ-friendly doc could help avoid the hassles.

Each $2.50 reusable community bag purchased at the Stop & Shop at 2470 Warwick Ave. in Warwick this month means a $1 donation to Thundermist! Your support helps us bring care to thousands of Rhode Islanders. Only valid with bags purchased at this Stop & Shop location through Jan. 31. 💙🛒❄

As we head into 2026, many of our patients face an uncertain future, wondering if the access to care they rely on will continue to be available to them. Your gift by midnight will make sure everyone has a place to turn for the care they need. Make a donation at www.thundermisthealth.org/donate.

A quick reminder about our hours this week! All Thundermist sites will close at 5 p.m. on 12/31. On 1/1 our three Convenient Care locations will be open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (All other sites will be closed.) We will be open our normal hours at all locations on 1/2. Wishing you all a safe, happy new year!🎉

A quick rundown of our holiday hours. Our 3 Convenient Care locations are open Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 9 a.m.-5 p.m. just in case you need us! Wishing everyone a restful and peaceful holiday season.

You’re invited to see “Wicked: For Good” on 12/25! This free event welcomes trans, nonbinary, gender diverse people & their invited guests. Attendees do not need to be Thundermist patients. RSVP at Lu.Ma/THAT to reserve your seats. The exact location & time will be provided to registered attendees.

There are just 2 weeks left in 2025! If you’re making gifts before Dec. 31, consider one that breaks down barriers to much needed care for thousands of Rhode Islanders. Your contribution ensures individuals can get the care they deserve. Donate today at www.thundermisthealth.org/donate.

We are accepting new pediatric patients at all 3 of our locations! Parents can make a new patient appointment for their child by simply sending a text to 401-251-0147 and will be connected w/ our team to schedule the visit! Texting to book available Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. & Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 💙

Rates of flu, COVID & RSV are all increasing. It's not too late to get your jabs! If you're a Thunderimst patient, get a vaccine the next time you see your provider. Most pharmacies provide shots for free (whether through insurance or state programs). See more at: health.ri.gov/flu.

You can help us close out this Giving Tuesday on a strong note! Your donation today will help us continue providing essential healthcare to Rhode Islanders, regardless of their ability to pay. Contribute before midnight here: www.thundermisthealth.org/donate

Tomorrow is the day! On Giving Tuesday, help us ensure everyone who needs healthcare can access it—regardless of their ability to pay. Your gifts will help more 8,000 individuals get the care they need at Thundermist. If you want to give early, simply visit www.thundermisthealth.org/donate.❤️

In honor of World AIDS Day on Mon. 12/1, our Convenient Care locations are offering free HIV testing. All you need to do is walk in. The test is confidential and rapid. You do not need to be Thundermist patient. See more about Convenient Care at www.thundermisthealth.org/services/convenient-care/.

TGNB Thanksgiving is this Thursday! Trans, nonbinary, gender diverse people & their guests are invited to a free Thanksgiving Day meal on in Providence. Register at Lu.Ma/THAT. The menu will include traditional items, as well as vegan & gf options! 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. RSVP to receive the location.

Approximately 8,000 Thundermist patients are un- or underinsured. But we don’t turn people away if they can’t pay. That’s just one reason Giving Tuesday on 12/2 is so important! It raises funds to ensure everyone has access to the care they deserve. Donate early at: www.thundermisthealth.org/donate.

Save the date for Giving Tuesday! This global day of giving is just 18 days away! Your gifts this day will help Thundermist patients get the care they need, regardless of their ability to pay. If you want to give early--GREAT and thank you in advance! Simply visit www.thundermisthealth.org/donate.💙❤️

Veterans Day is observed every November 11 and honors the individuals who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Today, we think of--and thank--the more than 60,000 veterans who call Rhode Island home, including those who work at Thundermist.

It's always fun at various Thundermist locations on Halloween! These are just a few of the costumes captured today. 🎃👻 Wishing you a safe and fun holiday!

🚨 SNAP BENEFITS HALTED 🚨 Because of the federal government shutdown, SNAP (food assistance) benefits for the month of November are on hold. (🧵) rifoodbank.org/shutdown/

It's Medical Assistants Recognition Week! We wanted to take a moment & say thank you to all of our MAs who provide great care to our patients every day. Our teams literally couldn't do it without you. These are just 2 pics from events at our Woonsocket and West Warwick locations to celebrate them.

Thank you to our Bronze Sponsors for our fundraising gala Moonlight at the Garden, happening this Wednesday at the Botanical Center at Roger Williams Park, 6-9 p.m. Your support ensures all of our patients get the care they need. You can still get a ticket! Simply visit: tinyurl.com/Mlight2025.

We're just a week away! Moonlight at the Garden takes place next Wednesday at the Botanical Center at Roger Williams Park, 6-9 p.m. Come enjoy a beautiful evening filled with music, great food & a chance to hear from patients & staff about the positive impacts your gifts make: tinyurl.com/Mlight2025

We're hosting two flu vaccine clinics in Woonsocket for Thundermist patients this week: Tuesday, October 14, and Thursday, October 16, 5-8 p.m. at our health center at 450 Clinton St. Please schedule in advance by calling 401-767-4100. When you arrive, you can check in at Convenient Care.