History, Mission & Vision
Thundermist’s mission is simple:
Health care should be a right enjoyed by all, not a privilege extended only to those who can afford it. We believe that health care should be delivered when and where it is needed most, in an affordable manner, in a language everyone can understand, with dignity and respect.
Thundermist strives to provide primary health care that is second to none. Thundermist is community-oriented and community-responsive and is driven by the needs of the community - most specifically the needs of the underserved.
Thundermist Health Center is the second largest community health center in Rhode Island and has been part of the federal community health center program for over two decades. Thundermist continually strives for continuous quality improvement and innovation and is a proven leader in community health in Rhode Island.
“At Thundermist, we use health care as a galvanizing point for the community. Access to health care is vital to the well being of both individuals and our communities.”
- Maria Montanaro, MSW, Thundermist President/CEO