Caring For Lancaster County

Our Community Paramedicine (CP) Program works directly with those in need in Lancaster County through Refresh Lancaster: a mobile shower unit and medical office launched in tandem with the Lancaster County Homeless Coalition. Since our start in 2021, we have deployed hundreds of times and and provided thousands of hygiene and medical services. All services and items provided by Refresh Lancaster are offered free of charge.

About Our Showers

Refresh Lancaster offers free weekly showers at several locations throughout Lancaster County. The trailer is equipped with two shower rooms big enough to accommodate several family members with small children. Those using these no-cost hygiene resources will be provided with clean towels and a kit containing toiletries. Handheld hair dryers and shower seats are also available in each of the rooms. The showers are cleaned after each and every use and there is heat in each room, providing you with a safe and comfortable environment.

About Our Medical Care

The trailer is also equipped with a private office for discrete on-site medical consultations and basic medical care provided by an experienced healthcare professional.

Services we provide are:

  • Check Vitals
  • Check Blood Glucose Levels
  • Care coordination regarding medical appointments
  • Addressing medical and resource needs you may have

Additional Resources

Refresh Lancaster provides more than just showers or medical consultations.

We also offer:

  • Clothing items: socks and underwear (men, women, children)
  • Hygiene supplies: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, dental and shaving supplies, feminine hygiene products, laundry cards, and detergent
  • Referrals for other community-based services including housing, food, clothing, medical/dental, counseling, and financial planning
  • Additional services: transportation for appointments, care packages, blood draws for lab work, and vaccines
*Supplies/items provided may vary based on availability*

Our Schedule

TUESDAYS

The Lancaster County Food Hub
1:00 – 3:00 PM
812 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603

THURSDAYS

The Lancaster County Food Hub
1:00 – 3:00 PM
812 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603

FRIDAYS

Union Community Care
9:30 – 11:30 AM
304 N Water St
Lancaster, PA 17603