Van Life Event - FREE RAM Medical and Dental Clinic
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- One of the hardest parts of nomadic living is maintaining health care and I'm sorry to say it's one that I have few answers for. Fortunately, there is some hope; In today's video, we meet my friend Suanne who received 100% totally free dental care at a RAM Rural Area Medical clinic. This amazing organization has provided free medical and dental services to over 740,000 people since 1984, including Suanne.
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Thanks for watching!
I am a lifelong dental assistant and want everyone to have health and medical coverage. This is amazing.
The camera was unable to pick up her halo, but Suanne IS an angel! Thanks, Bob and Suanne, for this informative and extremely valuable presentation.
I've worked one of those as an RN. Started at the vital sign station, then quickly got moved to assisting an Oral Surgeon doing tooth extractions. Seriously.. the number of people we were able to help in one day.. simply because we got to do the care and not have to spend half an hour per pt doing documentation.. which is really only for insurance / reimbursement purposes. Take insurance rules out of the picture.. and focus on the pt.
Do realize.. not everyone can be seen, and if you need vision and dental, depending on how many staff are present, you may get one or both, or not. They work as fast as they can, but if they have 10 stations and 400 people show up....
don't expect "hundreds" of dental chairs at every clinic. .maybe 10-20 in many places. All are volunteers, many may be dental students etc or currently licensed physicians and nurses.
Hi how can I volunteer.
@@Sunshine-qk1cs Google "remote area medical" and click on "volunteer".
At RAM website, I note that in some areas, they have volunteer veterinarians, so furbabies can get care, too!
How wonderful! 😻
They are sent to a participating veterinarian clinic in the area that has agreed to provide services. There isn't a vet on the clinic site...usually. I volunteer for RAM. Love it.
@@ChristyD_RN Thank you for explaining that. I looked around on the site and couldn't see where they did the vet work. They sound like an amazing organisation.
@@ChristyD_RN ~ Thank YOU for volunteering! I hope to do the same some day!
Really good to know. Thanks Suanne & Bob.
this is a great organization - and also thanks to Sue Ann for not "sugar coating" some of the difficult portions of using their services such as - you must choose ONE service you want on a particular day, and that it is a very long day. Very much worth it for those who don't have other access to services.
I watched the Documentary on them...can’t remember what station it aired on...what good, good work they do....an awesome organization!
Thank you, Bob. Thank you, Suanne. Thank you, RAM.
It's really comforting to know this. I recently lost my dental and eyecare insurance because I didn't have money to pay for the insurance or the care. I have some serious issues with both that have been weighing on me. It's good to know there are people there that can and want to help.
I'm breathing a little easier after watching this. I hope you can feel my tears of gratitude for your kindness.
Wow that is incredible. Just when you think we have lost hope in humanity this shows that there are still wonderful people out there that really care about one another
I've been watching these videos for a few months now,,and I can honestly say,,I would like to b all in,,n then that fear sets in,,n i keep hearing what I've learned,, how fear will keep u paralyzed,,n for me to is,, fear is lack of faith!! so I'm working my way to this life n will own it,,soon,,
@@jenniferassem2822 I feel the same way. I've been thinking that since the rv life is really taking off I wonder if maybe a lot of undesirables see that and actually start targeting rvers. Gotta keep that in mind cause there are plenty of shady characters out there
Thank God for those healthcare angles
Wow this is great!!! Wonderful people!!!
You are the kind of person who make a change I like what you are doing ,hat off . I am Sudanese watching you from Sudan Africa world is getting small
Thank you so much Sue Ann. And Bob much needed information
Way to go Sue Ann! What a great organization! Thanks for sharing.
Yes Sue-Ann, thank you for walking us thru the volunteering process. I look forward to doing this myself.
This story has brought tears to my eyes. I am moved that there is such an organization with amazing compassion, empathetic volunteers, connected community and so much more. This is beautiful. Thank you for your story.
We have those dental clinics in my area a couple times a year. The need is great and the lines are long.
You had my attention immediately. Great topic. Thank you so much! It puts my mind at ease to know that this wonderful organization is out there.
THANK YOU SueAnne for the information! Takes a load off my mind. YEAH!!!🎈💓♥️🤭😁😘😘😘😘🎊🥇
Now I want to volunteer at one of these clinics. Thanks for sharing Suanne.
I volunteer for RAM. It’s a wonderful organization. The biggest challenge is finding a mobile clinic location. Their website is very informative and they keep updating their clinic locations.
This is amazing. I googled RAM while watching this video and there is also a RAM Veterinary for pets, how wonderful!
Adding this into Rubber Tramp Rendezvous would be beautiful.
Thank you for your service sue ann!
Bob you and your community are saving life’s. I am in awe of all you and send you blessings and now I’m going to look into RAM! Thank you. Thank you.
They're also saving lives.
Great video. Sounds like an awesome organization / program. Thanks Bob for sharing this info
I have never heard of RAM before it was nice of Suanne to share this with us. How wonderful for her to give back so much to the RAM.
My wife and I love your channel!!! Thanks
Columbus Ohio has a free clinic on Monday night's that sounds very similar. All the medical personnel are volunteers. They offer the same services for free.
They use the health department building, and it's starts at 5 pm.
The staff there are also so caring and compassionate!
You do have to wait a while, so I brought snacks, a sodoku book, something to read, water, etc.
I was diagnosed with Diabetes there, and received medicine, and a couple sessions with a nutritionist. I also got an eye exam and free pair of glasses!
I worked as a temporary for 8 years, and could not afford the super high medical benefits through the temp agencies, so this place helped me so much, and treated me wonderfully!
Nice to know there's options on the road, thanks for this video!
Thank you! I saw on their site that they also offer veterinary care as well, which is way cool!
Thank you Suanne, for all you do to make others lives better !!! And thanks for sharing this with us, I'm sure it will help many of us nomads.
What positive experiences Sue Ann had. RAM is a wonderful medical program! My aunt and uncle were volunteers when RAM came to the racetrack in Newton, Iowa. Terrific video.
That is incredible! I will be donating to this organization. I love hearing stories like this. Thank you for sharing.
This lady is awesome she got help and volunteer to change and give back to the people who help her and she has learned how to do and be of help to others thank you.
Well Bob, once again you have swooped in from afar to rescue me! I'm becoming a boondocker in a short 2-1/2 months. The reason is because I'm on SS and can't afford to live and fix my failing teeth. I got the idea from my grandson in March and found you right away. By watching your videos I gained the confidence that I CAN do this. But my teeth are failing faster than I will be able to save the money to fix them in Algodones and here you are again with another great video. Thanks to you and Suanne I know I can get help with emergencies until I can address my whole mouth. I can't express my gratitude enough to both of you. Keep on keepin on!
So great to see Sueann again. This is great info, a wonderful organization. I’m going to learn more about them. Good work Bob. Good work Sueann.
This is a good interview. I got free dental years ago at a free clinic in our state. I now have full dental coverage and love it.
I have heard about this organization but I have never been to one before but I certainly would and I appreciate you and this nice lady for explaining more details of her experience with RAM and the volunteers opportunity to help others! Excellent topic Bob thank you very much for sharing this with us! 👍❤️
Spreading the word is the first step .... I'll bet most people like myself have never heard of such a thing here in the USA. I've heard of Doctors without boarders but that's in other countries ... not here in the US. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and your generosity. Great video.
What a great program. I'm on social security disability and I also draw a pension. I do have medicare but I don't have dental or eye care as I make too much for help. I use a community clinic for all my health care and I do qualify for a sliding fee. I plan on doing my yearlies through the Clinic when I start summering up here in Wisconsin and Minnesota. During winter months (when I start my nomad life) it's good knowing something like this exists in case I need it.
They have been to LA and they are amazing! It is free and they have top notch DR's to help you!!
Thanks for this. Stan Brock an incredible man. An interview 2008 said they operated on 250k for the year. Very few donations.
Quite shocking from an european point of view… God bless you Bob and this Sue to inform people that need and all volunteers.
Thank you so much for this information, and the idea of helping and giving back!
Those of us who can, great way to pay it forward!
Suanne and Bob...you are what is right and good in this crazy world. Thank you both.
Suanne and Bob, thank you so much for sharing this needed resource! Also thanks for bringing us step by step of your experience. That really helps with the anxiety of one knows what to expect. 🙏
Thank you Bob and Sue Ann. Great information.
Thank both you , I'm in need of dental and vision, I can barely see to drive anymore, and I have been using reading glasses for last 5 yrs. This is absolutely fabulous info.
so wonderful of an organization, thank you Bob and guest !!! You Rock !
Thanks Bob! You come up with the most useful videos. ⭐️ 🌟 💫
Great info and that it is a need that can be filled.. Great video... Thanks Bob and Suanne.
Thank you both for sharing this information with folks who may need it. God Bless you!
This is wonderful. RAM is a great organization. Thanks Bob for posting this video. It’s going to help so many people.
Great info and content. Very helpful. Thank you. I don't have a lot of money, but I would gladly donate what I could afford.
Thank you for posting this. Sueann, great job on the "interview", and thanks for all your help for the community of humans. Love to you Both.
Wow...never knew such things existed...amazing! So glad you found this....and shared.
Hard to beat this! I will use this once I am out there and I will help support it.
Amazing it even exists! ... reminds me of doctors without borders.
Bob. You are wonderful for bringing this info to us. God bless you.
Thank you for this video. Thank you for introducing them to us. What an amazing organisation.
For those who can, please donate; for those in need, hopefully they can help you.
BOB DEFINITELY A TOP NOTCH VID / TOPIC + A CODY SIGHTING.... Life just doesn't get any better
Awesome video! Thanks so much for the info! It's remarkable how rewarding it is to give more than receive! It builds a character that you are so proud of to volunteer and it's sad that the bad guys get so much air time! There are so many good people in this world that people don't notice, because it doesn't pay their bills! It takes a lot of special people to step out and be part of an organization like this! Keep it up! May our Lord be with you always!
Bob, you are doing such a great service for so many people in need, keep up the energy to keep up the good work! Really appreciate you!
Thanks this was one of the most informative and insightful videos as of yet. I'm going to volunteer for some of the clinics as they near my locations. It's just a beautiful way to see that our people have the proper Heath care. Thanks again Bob and Sue.
Amazing! Thank you for sharing, I know this is going to help a lot of people. Safe travels folks.
sue is a very wonderful person . thanks for giving back .
Sue amazing you are paying it forward and that is so gratifying., Thanks so much for the video Bob and Sue..Blessings
I can't believe! Awesome! Thank you Bob Suanne. How Blessed are we to have people who truly care! I'd like to be a volunteer.
You rock Suanne you and Bob and KC are a blessing.
Wow.. this is awesome. There is a real need and it is such a blessing that these people such as Susann helps them. Thank you.
This is wonderful. This is something I will be checking out. Thank you for giving great information to help so many.
Gotta admire this gal! She's freely giving back for receiving a vital service>. Kudos to Carolyn!
Walt Durling - Oops! Her name is Sue Anne. Carolyn is a different friend of Bob's but she's in Alaska.
Thank you Bob love the great videos and great information and great people you interview.
Tony
Qudos to RAM. Health care at its best. Not all about the money
It is a great program . Just be aware you will be standing in line sometimes from 3 am for hours and hours. Be prepared for that like she said.
Thank you so much for this info!! I know 2 people close to me that could benefit from these services. Bob, thank you for giving Susan the time to share!! I appreciate your kind, giving spirit!
I'm glad Healthcare is being addressed. My brother passed at 60 from never going to the Doctor.." Please go the Doctor and take your meds "
Excellent information. Thanks so much to you and Sue Ann for making this video.
This is a really really important issue. This is also very synchronistic because I was wondering about this. This video is so needed. Thank you so much for the community!!!💙💙💙
I just visited there site and its REMOTE Area Medical. Good deal if you're near one of there planed locations and can't afford the service otherwise.
Thank God for those healthcare angles .
Really wonderful info, interview, organization. Grateful for all involved.
OMG I loved her joyous emotions talking about this experience
Great info. Just went to their website and they, because of covid-19, are closed till end of May. Thanks for sharing this info as I have it saved so I can pass this info onto others who do not have health insurance! Happy Travels and blessings from PDX!
TY, Bob. As always you present valuable information.
That made me cry from joy. 👍❤️Must be a phenomenal organization. 🙏👌
Great info to know! Hope to catch up with you some day Bob.
You guys are just "good" people! Thank you.
Hey there SueAnn! Good to see you again! And always you too Bob! This is a great vid and reaches so many of us I’m sure. It’s like paying in and not getting a return. I do need dental and vision, it’s been a few years and never for vision since I’ve become disabled, so this info is awesome! I’d love to help with something like this! Awesome!
This is so marvellous and i know that in Europe i haven?t heard of a thing this organized and efficient...so nice!!!!
Good information. I will also share that there are many of these types of clinics across the country. Some of the clinics I'm aware of, are mobile, many are in permanent locations They can be difficult to find & yes, lines are extremely long & wait time can be very long. I am aware of some of the clinics in Kansas. Your local Health Department or SRS office will be able to direct you
I'm so impressed with all of your volunteering! Hopefully others who see this will either benefit from the services or help in any way they can 💕. I'm going there now, to register as a RN. Thanks! 👍
Volunteer for Ram in TN. They do cleanings,fillings and extractions.
This is a god-send. Thank you so much!
Terrific video. I shared it on my twitter to about 120 people globally.
Thanks for sharing the great information about RAM.
You Rock Woman!! i love that you volunteered.
You’re a sweetheart, Suanne!
bob she seems very knowledgeable and well versed in this area thank you.
Thank you so much for share RAM information
Thanks so much for making this video!! Having access to medical care is so important and imperative for many, and is not discussed as much as one would expect it to be. What an amazing organization and I am also inspired to volunteer if I can! 😊
Thanks for sharing your experience plus you are very good at recruiting for volunteers for this organization!
What a great interview, Bob. I will check into it.
Wow! Your videos just keep getting better and better (actually they're all wonderful)... THANKS!
That sounds like a great organization. Thanks for the information.
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