Welcome To
Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center
The nonprofit health care organization, Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center, provides a full range of medical services to adults and families in Newark, New Jersey. The practice is dedicated to serving the community.
The goal of Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center is to provide culturally competent, affordable health care for all members of the community. Everyone is welcome, regardless of the ability to pay.
Come to the practice for general medical services like treating allergies and asthma care, COVID-19 testing, and management of chronic conditions, like diabetes and hypertension. You can also take advantage of women’s health care and STD testing. If you’re struggling with mental health concerns or substance abuse, the providers are ready to help.
Pediatrics and geriatric care are also available as part of the comprehensive offerings. Call today to arrange an appointment or use the online tool to schedule your appointment.
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?
Our nonprofit health care organization can provide a full range of medical services. Our goal is to provide culturally competent, affordable health care for you, your family and anyone else who needs it in our community. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of their ability to pay.
You can visit our health care center for: Behavioral health services General medical services Geriatric medical services Pediatric medical services You can come to us for a checkup, physical exam or sick visit. Call (973) 433-9773 now to discuss health care options with one of our staff members.
Meet Our Providers
At Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center in Newark, New Jersey, we are proud to have exceptional providers.
Clemaine C. Mitchell, DNP, BHS, APRN, FNP-BC
Dr. Clemaine C. Mitchell is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience, holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Chamberlain College of Nursing. She is an Advanced Practice Nurse licensed in both New York and New Jersey. Dr. Mitchell has extensive experience in acute and urgent care settings, including roles at University Hospital in Trauma Critical Care and RWJBH Somerset Hospital as an APN in Acute Care and as a Hospitalist. Her skills include suturing, stapling, I&D, EMR, ABGs collection, and central and arterial line placement. She is certified in DOT, ACLS, BLS, and PALS.
Thomas Alaeto, NP
Thomas Alaeto is a Nurse Practitioner with experience in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Seton Hall University and is a Registered Nurse. Thomas has held leadership roles such as ADON/QA Coordinator and Nurse Supervisor, demonstrating skills in quality assurance and staff management. He is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner and QAPI Certified Professional. Thomas is fluent in English and Ibo, with basic conversational Spanish.
Kind words from our patients
Antonio M.
I'm very impressed with the performance of the staff and the doctor. I went for a physical Which I was amazed they performance EKG ,eye exam, blood presure,weight and so on and they also request medical history. Most of all the Doctor Took her time to explain everything. I'm very happy.Emma E.
Excellent place people are very friendly and professional, I highly recommend it, specially the DoctorCarmen R.
From the staff to the Doctor all I can say is thank you Jesus for putting this place in my path! Very professional, clean and caring! My doctor took her time with me I didn’t feel rushed. That to me says a lot! Keep up the wonderful jobNanyi M.
My doctor was SUPER sweet and gave me a prescription for what I needed without hesitating. I really liked her kindness and politeness. It's hard to find good doctors like her nowadays. Thank you so much!Yuhisan G.
My visits are always satisfying. Staff is very helpful and friendly Comprehensive care
one convenient location
Diabetes
Diabetes
Just over one in every 10 people has diabetes, a serious metabolic condition that can lead to long-term health consequences.
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Hypertension
Hypertension
Hypertension has no symptoms but is quite common and slowly damages your internal organs.
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Mental Health
Mental Health
Your mental health is as critical to your well-being as your physical health. At Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center in Newark, New Jersey, Virginia Atieh, FNP, and Selande Charles, FNP, oversee comprehensive mental health services for you and your entire family.
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