We are the Uninsured's Vision is to develop a strong organization that will stand together as a force to seek a solution for access to quality health care from those we have entrusted to make policies that are in the best interest of the people.

The group believes that the leaders who represent us in city, county, state, and national government represent many hardworking, motivated people and families who happen to be uninsured. In fact, working people make up the majority of the increasing number of uninsured individuals. The purpose of this group is to get community members together and let the voice of the uninsured be heard loud, clear and collectively. There is strength in numbers. The group is open to uninsured people, those with poor quality health insurance and those concerned about quality health care for their fellow community members. Members are considered to be anyone who attends meetings, participates in advocacy activities, is uninsured, and supports We Are the Uninsured's Platform.

The lack of health insurance is an issue that affects everyone in the community. People with quality health insurance are healthier because they have the freedom to see their doctor for well-checkups and other services that can prevent sickness or keep sickness or disease from becoming worse. Also, healthy community members lead to a healthy community where more people can contribute their best. Healthy parents can raise healthy children. Healthy children do better in school. Every human being has the right to quality health care.

We Are the Uninsured is sending messages to current legislators and candidates urging them to place on their agenda the issue of access to quality, affordable healthcare for all. Members of the group have written letters, held a legislative event, taken photos and created a photo exhibit, are collecting stories of the experiences of uninsured people, and are working on other plans to raise their voices, show their faces, and bust the myths.

Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 6pm at Neighborhood Family Practice 3569 Ridge Rd., next to Dave's Supermarket. All are welcome. Dinner is provided. Please join us to share your experiences, ideas and talents. Please RSVP so that we will be expecting you!