Behavioral Health Care - CHI - Community Health of South Florida
Behavioral Health • Homestead, FL • Since 1971 • Multiple health centers listed (South Miami, Coconut Grove, West Kendall, Key West, Naranja, Everglades, Doris Ison, Martin Luther King Jr. Clinica Campesina, etc.) locations
About
CHI (Community Health of South Florida) Homestead offers affordable primary and behavioral health care as part of its 11-site network in South Florida. As a federally qualified health center, CHI provides integrated behavioral health services alongside primary care, with board-certified physicians and culturally sensitive care. The Homestead location is part of CHI’s mission to deliver accessible health services and support, including expanding into school-based and community programs. If you’re seeking behavioral health services in Homestead, CHI is a non-profit option with a focus on comprehensive, patient-centered care. Key points: - Non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center - Behavioral health plus primary care - 11 locations in South Florida; Homestead is among them - Board-certified physicians; culturally sensitive care - Community-focused programs and expanding mental health initiatives
Clinic Type
Behavioral Health
Address
Doris Ison Health Center (main Behavioral Health site) (address not clearly provided on page)
Phone
(786) 245-2700 (example for South Miami location)
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Opening Hours
Various hours by health center location (example: South Miami Health Center hours listed: Mon 8:30am – 5pm; Tue 8:30am – 7pm; Wed 8:30am – 5pm; Thu 8:30am – 7pm; Fri 8:30am – 5pm; Sat 8:30am – 12:30 PM; Sun closed)
Telehealth
Yes (Comprehensive services in person or via telehealth)
Emergency Care
Information not explicit; CHI is a Baker Act-receiving facility for mental health disorders meeting criteria for voluntary and involuntary admissions (CSU unit).
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
We accept most insurance plans and offer a sliding fee scale based on income for those without insurance.
Insurance, Sliding fee scale, Cash, Credit/debit (implied)
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What are the health center hours?
Health Center Hours: Mon 8:30am – 5pm; Tues 8:30am – 7pm; Wed 8:30am – 5pm; Thurs 8:30am – 7pm; Fri 8:30am – 5pm; Sat 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM; Sun closed
Social Media
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Recovered.org: 3.79/5 (Recovered.org TrustScore) (Not explicitly stated (based on multiple data points))
Patients praise
- Knowledgeable and expert doctors/providers
- Compassionate and attentive care from medical staff when seen
- Personalized care plans and thorough explanations
- Convenient locations and accessible services
Common complaints
- Long wait times, sometimes lasting several hours even with appointments
- Perceived rudeness or lack of professionalism from front desk and administrative staff
- Difficulty reaching the facility by phone or receiving timely follow-up/referrals
- Occasional reports of disorganization in facility management
"But that front desk people!!! It’s been three days no one picks up the phone... the blonde lady at the front desk is extremely rude."
— Online patient review of CHI Community Health Center of Miami"My advise is just because it’s free doesn’t mean they care or are willing to help you. In the future I will be paying money to get my child seen, much more worth it than people who don’t care about you."
— Online patient review of CHI West Perrine Health Center"Patients commend the center for its knowledgeable doctors... who provide personalized care and attention. However, experiences regarding staff attitudes and waiting times vary significantly among patients."
— Summary of patient reviews for CHI Doris Ison Health CenterSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Community Leaders Cut the Ribbon at CHI’s Key Largo Health Center Open House - CHI — Sep 3, 2025
- South Florida Behavioral Health Workforce - 2026-W21 | 291 Providers — May 26, 2026
- South Florida Behavioral Health Workforce - 2026-W17 | 306 Providers — Apr 27, 2026
- South Florida Behavioral Health Workforce - 2026-W19 | 330 Providers — May 11, 2026
- Florida Behavioral Health Workforce Report for April 2026 (Apr 20–26) | 710 Registered Providers — Apr 27, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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