Artist Residency
commhealth.orgCommunity Health Care
Space, time & creative practice3 open opportunities listed
About the residency
Community Health Care is a nonprofit community health organization based in Tacoma, Washington, operating a network of clinics that provide primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services to underserved populations. Its dentistry residency program, accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, offers postgraduate training in community-based dental care, with a focus on treating patients who face barriers to accessing oral health services. The organization was founded on the principle that healthcare is a right, not a privilege, and its residency reflects that ethos by embedding dental residents in safety-net clinics rather than traditional academic hospital settings.
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3 listedPlanning your application
Applicants should approach this residency as a service-oriented training opportunity, not a traditional academic or artistic fellowship. The application process typically requires a completed application form, dental school transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement that demonstrates a genuine commitment to community health. Familiarity with the challenges of safety-net dentistry and a desire to work with diverse, underserved populations are essential. Prospective residents should review the specific requirements on the program's website and ensure all materials are submitted by the stated deadline. This is not a venue for arts or cultural proposals; it is a clinical training program.