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North Cascade Cares is a non-profit organization that aims to meet the needs of people in the Skagit Valley. Our events first began in January 2022, supported by church and community volunteers with a heart to serve. Through our free dental and vision clinics, we hope to extend the healing ministry of Jesus. 

OUR DIRECTORS

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Vicki Jacobs, MSN, RN has had a desire to serve others throughout her life. She volunteered at multiple free clinics which inspired her to organize clinics for our community. Vicki has organized seven free clinics in the Skagit Valley as well as multiple blood drives, Make-a-Difference Day, a fundraising concert to benefit Family Promise, and collections for the Burlington Edison School District, Dress for Success, Love INC, and Care Medical Center. It is her desire to demonstrate the love of Christ to those in need.

 

Jen Gruzensky grew up in western Washington. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene from Loma Linda University and has worked as a dental hygienist for nearly a decade. While in dental hygiene school she volunteered many evenings at free clinics. She is grateful for the opportunity to provide care to those in her local community.

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Our Department Directors: Scott VonBergen, DDS - Dental Co-director; Josh Gaskill, DDS - Dental Co-director; Jim Giem, MD - Co-director; DJ Crawford & Renee Nix - Hospitality;  Sheryle Haberly - Hospitality; Mileen Loeffler - Sterilization; Jordan Stephan & Marcia Stone - Chaplaincy; Mike Gruzensky - Volunteers; Rene Gruzensky - Medical Clearance; Dave Farnsworth - Facilities; Janice Aldred - Volunteer Hospitality

OUR PARTNERS

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Our free clinics would not be possible without the support of the following organizations:

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ABOUT US

CONTACT US​

 

Send us an e-mail at northcascadecares@gmail.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

SAVE THE DATES!

FREE DENTAL CLINIC

March 27 & 29, 2026

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FREE VISION CLINIC

Fall 2026

(dates and information coming soon!)

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