The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, in partnership with Mercyhealth, provides medical care to uninsured children at “host sites” in five counties in Illinois, including Boone, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson and Winnebago as well as Rock County in Wisconsin.
The Care Mobile is a 40-foot, 26,000-pound pediatric clinic on wheels. The vehicle houses two patient examination rooms, a laboratory, and a reception area.
A pair of medical professionals including a nurse practitioner and a nurse travel on the Care Mobile. Staff on the Care Mobile help enroll children in the state’s All Kids Program.
Since 2003, more than 13,500 children and their families have been provided more than $3.1 million in free care through 13,500 medical visits and 3,800 immunizations.
Please call the Care Mobile or check with your school nurse to find out when we will be near you!
We offer the following services:
- School & sports physicals
- Immunizations
- Treatment of chronic conditions, including asthma and obesity care
- Diagnosis
- Referral for specialty care
Contact Numbers:
- Care Mobile Appointments or Schedule Inquiries: 815-971-5800
- Questions about the Care Mobile: Toni Ellingson, FNP/Manager, 815-971-5810
- Donations or Event Requests: Shannon Belmonte, RN, Care Mobile Coordinator, 815-971-6627
