Medical Respite Program Directory

Barbara McInnis House

Boston, Massachusetts

Operating Agency Name:

BHCHP

Operating Agency Type:

  • Private Non-Profit

Mission & Vision:

The mission of Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) is to provide or assure access to the highest quality health care for all individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our community.

Year Established:

1985

Medical Respite Facility Type:

  • Standalone

Structure of Residential Space:

  • Dorm or congregate rooms that are designated by gender

Total Number of Recuperative Care Beds:

103

Average Length of Stay:

15-30 days

Funding Sources for Medical Respite Program:

  • State Medicaid reimbursement (includes PPS reimbursements to health centers and those with 1115 statewide waivers)
  • Grant Funds through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
  • Private Donations
  • Grant funding

Population(s) Served:

  • Individuals
  • Men
  • Women
  • Transgender individuals
  • Non-binary or other gender nonconforming individuals
  • Couples
  • Veterans
  • Older Adults (55+)
  • Undocumented
  • New Arrivals to the U.S
  • People with pets
  • People with mobility devices
  • People at imminent risk of homelessness

NIMRC Certification

Model of Care:
Comprehensive Clinical Care Model

Certification Valid:
July 28, 2026 - July 28, 2029

Program Location

Address:

780 Albany St
Boston, Massachusetts 2118

Additional Locations:

No

Contact Information

Website:

Program Website

Email:

ddelasnueces@bhchp.org

Program Contact:
Denise De Las Nueces

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