Providing Free, Life-Saving Healthcare to Uninsured Adults in Greater Hartford.
At Malta House of Care, we provide free, high-quality primary healthcare to uninsured adults in Greater Hartford. Our dedicated team of medical professionals, volunteers, and donors work together to serve as a trusted medical home—offering compassionate, comprehensive care to those who need it most.
Since all services are free, Malta relies on the generosity of donors to support its approximately $1.65 million annual budget.
The Critical Need for Free Healthcare in Greater Hartford
Too many must choose between healthcare and basic needs. Many uninsured adults delay medical care because they struggle to afford food, housing, childcare.
Lack of insurance is a major barrier. 10% of Greater Hartford adults (ages 18-64) are uninsured – 21% in Hartford alone.
Working, and uninsured. Many of our patients work full-time and lack employer-sponsored insurance and cannot afford private coverage.
A city facing financial strain. The median household income in Hartford is just $37,477, far below $83,572 in the state of CT.
Housing costs take priority over health. 54% of Hartford residents are cost-burdened, spending 30% or more of their income on housing, leaving little for medical expenses.
That’s where Malta House of Care comes in—providing free, quality primary healthcare to those who need it most.
Who We Serve & Our Impact
Malta is a trusted medical home for thousands.
In 2024, we served over 1,300 uninsured patients across Greater Hartford
Why Our Patients Seek Care:
- Chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol
- Urgent concerns like pain, fever, or infections
- Life-saving medications like insulin—all at zero cost
- Preventative care – cancer screenings, vaccinations, and physical exams for school or work
How You Can Help?
Malta relies 100% on generous donors.
Your support keeps our doors open and our patients healthy.
News
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Spring Newsletter Now Available!
The Spring 2025 Malta House of Care newsletter has arrived — and it’s filled with heart. 💙 This issue celebrates what makes Malta truly special: our volunteers. We’re shining a spotlight on longtime physician and founding volunteer Dr. Pauline Olsen as she retires after 19 years of dedicated service — plus heartfelt reflections from several…
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The Heart of Malta: Celebrating Our Volunteers
For nearly two decades, Malta House of Care has relied on the power of volunteers to provide thousands of free primary care visits each year. From physicians and nurses to psychologists and interpreters, Malta volunteers have contributed over 60,000 hours of service since we welcomed our first patients in 2006. In 2024 alone, more than…
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Birdies for Charity 2025 Now Open!
Malta House of Care is excited to kick off another year with Birdies for Charity, in partnership with the Travelers Championship and Webster Bank! This impactful fundraising program has been instrumental in supporting our mission to provide free primary healthcare to uninsured adults in Greater Hartford. Thanks to our generous donors, we’ve raised an incredible…
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Fall Newsletter Now Available!
We’re thrilled to share the latest edition of the Malta House of Care newsletter, filled with impactful stories and updates on our work in the Greater Hartford community. This year’s newsletter highlights our invaluable partnerships with the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), which provide hands-on learning experiences for nursing students while expanding the compassionate care we deliver…
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Every person deserves healthcare, yet many fall through the cracks financially. They don’t have insurance through their jobs, don’t qualify for Medicaid, and can’t afford private insurance. That’s where Malta comes in. ”
Barb Parlee
Malta Volunteer and retired nurse
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