Government data shows that health care workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence than other workers, and health centers have reported to the Council that they’ve seen a significant increase in patient and staff anxiety and aggression — and acts of violence — over the past several years. The National Health Care […]
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Cultural humility is an important step toward providing quality care tailored to health center patients, but it does not need to be the final step. Incorporating trauma-informed principles, providing space for patients to take an active role in decision-making and care, and looking for opportunities to learn more about a patient’s specific culture needs leads
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The National Health Care for the Homeless Council, in conjunction with the National Consumer Advisory Board Steering Committee, is holding regional conversations to learn from individuals with lived experience of homelessness about the best ways to support unhoused individuals in the event of an environmental emergency and subsequent disaster relief efforts. These conversations, to be
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Everyone has a story—a unique and significant life experience worth sharing. The National Health Care for the Homeless Council strives to give individuals who have experienced homelessness the tools, training, and platform to share their stories. These stories educate, guide policy and practice, and offer hope and healing to others. Art was only 14 when
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On the first day of winter and the longest night of the year, people in our communities will die without a home. Each Dec. 21, we gather for Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day to memorialize and honor our family, friends, patients/clients, and community members who experienced the injustice of homelessness. Please join the the National Consumer
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An estimated 20–25% of the homeless population in the United States suffers from serious mental health issues, compared to only 4–6% of the general population. Homelessness, in turn, has been associated with poorer mental health outcomes. It’s a vicious cycle. Deidre dealt with mental health issues her entire life. At the age of 11 she was admitted
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Millions of Americans live on the brink of homelessness. An injury or illness, job loss, or other unexpected event is often more than most of us are prepared for. That’s what happened to Amy. Amy and her husband were never wealthy, but they were making ends meet. Amy provided childcare out of her home and
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Despite major advancements in HIV treatment, testing, and management, people experiencing homelessness continue to face disproportionate risk of acquiring HIV. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) can significantly reduce HIV transmission rates, and clinicians serving people experiencing homelessness can play a central role in connecting patients to PrEP. Join us Dec. 13 at 11 a.m. CST for a
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