Established in 1971, Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center, Inc. (WYH) is a non-profit organization that offers primary and preventative healthcare to uninsured, working poor, and medically underserved individuals in the Capital Region. With eight physical locations and school-based health centers, Whitney Young Health focuses on chronic illnesses, prevention, and early intervention. They prioritize reducing health disparities and have been recognized for their patient-centered approach. Serving mostly under or uninsured minorities living in poverty, Whitney Young Health aims to alleviate barriers to care by providing transportation, translation, education, and case management services. They offer quality healthcare on a sliding fee scale, regardless of income.