Little Havana Welcomes New Care Resource Center
Care Resource Community Health Centers, Inc. announces the opening of its newly expanded Little Havana Health Center, a 45,000-square-foot facility that significantly increases access to care for individuals and families across the neighborhood. Located at 1800 SW 1st Street, the center officially opens to patients on May 27, 2025.
This expansion marks a major milestone for Care Resource, enabling the organization to serve up to 20,000 patients annually—more than double the capacity of its previous facility. The new center offers a centralized location for a wide range of essential healthcare services, improving coordination and reducing delays in care for those who rely on consistent access to medical support.
Little Havana has been identified as an area with limited healthcare availability, where many residents face challenges such as limited insurance coverage, transportation issues, and a shortage of providers. The new health center is designed to address these gaps and offer streamlined, full-service care in one location.
The expanded health center includes primary care, pediatric care, behavioral health services, dental care, substance use treatment, and an on-site pharmacy. It also houses case management offices, a medical laboratory, and additional support services.
“As we expand into our new facility in Little Havana, we are strengthening our commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare that meets the needs of this vibrant community,” said Dr. Steven Santiago, Interim CEO and Chief Medical Officer at Care Resource. “Our aim is to keep families healthier and reduce avoidable hospital visits, ensuring they receive the right care at the right time.”
Inside the new center, the number of adult exam rooms has increased from seven to 18, while pediatric exam rooms have grown from three to eight. Dental capacity has expanded with ten chairs, including two dedicated to children. Behavioral health and case management staff have also increased, allowing for more one-on-one support and improved service coordination.
Little Havana is home to a population where nearly 30% of residents live without health insurance and 29% live in poverty. Chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension are common, often worsened by delayed care or limited access to preventive services. The new center helps address these challenges by providing early screenings, consistent follow-up, and coordinated treatment planning under one roof.
Care Resource’s expansion also contributes to the broader health system by easing the burden on local emergency rooms and hospitals. According to national healthcare data, every dollar spent on community-based care saves nearly two dollars in avoidable hospitalizations.
