Mark your calendars, Houston-area families—because a transformational moment in community healthcare is about to take center stage. On Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM–11:00 AM CT, with the program beginning promptly at 9:15 AM, Legacy Community Health will proudly unveil its newest milestone: the Legacy Pasadena Southmore Clinic, located at 1951 Southmore Avenue, Pasadena, TX 77502.

This isn’t just a grand opening—it’s a grand solution.

In a region where nearly one in three residents lacks health insurance—and where children face uninsured rates more than double the national average—this state-of-the-art, two-story, 37,000+ square-foot facility arrives as a beacon of access, equity, and opportunity. Designed to meet the real needs of Pasadena families, the clinic brings comprehensive, affordable care directly to the community it serves.

The Event: A Celebration of Community and Care

The morning will begin with a warm welcome at 9:00 AM, followed by an inspiring program at 9:15 AM and an official ribbon cutting ceremony that signals a new era in local healthcare. Community leaders, healthcare innovators, and elected officials will gather to commemorate this major investment in Pasadena’s future.

Expected speakers and dignitaries include:

• Robert Palussek, CEO, Legacy Community Health
• Dr. Marc Boom, President and CEO, Houston Methodist
• Thomas Schoenbein, Mayor, City of Pasadena
• Ray Purser, VP Government Affairs & Public Relations, Legacy Community Health
• Cristina Womack, President and CEO, Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
• Ryan Martin, Chair, Legacy Community Health Board

Their presence reflects the powerful collaboration behind this project—anchored by a more than $50 million transformational investment supporting new health facilities in Pasadena and Acres Homes.

Inside the Facility: Care Without Compromise

Built by Harvey Cleary Builders and designed by Kirksey Architects, the Legacy Pasadena Southmore Clinic is thoughtfully crafted to deliver whole-person care—all under one roof.

Services include:

• Adult and pediatric primary care
• OB/GYN services
• Behavioral health care
• On-site X-ray imaging
• Wraparound support services

Looking ahead, the clinic will expand even further, adding on-site dental and pharmacy services by late summer 2026—making it a true one-stop destination for family health.

A Dual Mission: Care Today, Train Tomorrow

In a strategic move that strengthens both service and sustainability, the clinic will also house the Houston Methodist Family Medicine Residency Program. This means more physicians on-site, increased patient capacity, and a stronger pipeline of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving communities like Pasadena.

Why It Matters

This clinic represents more than bricks and mortar—it represents access. For working families. For uninsured children. For neighbors who have historically faced barriers to consistent, quality care.

Legacy Community Health, the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Texas, has built its reputation on a simple but powerful promise: care for all, regardless of ability to pay. This new Pasadena location brings that promise to life in a bold, tangible way.

Be There for the Moment

Whether you’re a Pasadena resident, healthcare advocate, or community champion, this is a moment worth witnessing.

WHAT: Legacy Pasadena Southmore Clinic Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
WHEN: Thursday, April 23, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM–11:00 AM CT (Program begins at 9:15 AM)
WHERE: 1951 Southmore Avenue, Pasadena, TX 77502
Parking: Details to be provided onsite

Pasadena is stepping into a healthier future—and it starts with one powerful opening.