Joliet Fire Department launches community paramedic program with Will County Health Clinic

JOLIET, Ill. — The Joliet Fire Department, in a partnership with the Will County Health Clinic, has launched a new initiative to enhance the health and well-being of Joliet residents by expanding access to community paramedic services.

As part of the program, a community paramedic is integrated directly into the clinic’s patient care team, offering in-home follow-up visits for individuals managing chronic health conditions often associated with hospital readmissions, WJOL reported.

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“Our goal is to improve outcomes for residents by bringing care directly into the community,” Fire Chief Jeff Carey said. “This program reflects our department’s commitment to proactive, patient-centered service.”

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