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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The November issue of Mobilizer — our monthly policy newsletter — is out now! Here’s what’s in it: Want to get Mobilizer straight to your inbox each month? Sign up for it here.
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The National Health Care for the Homeless Council has been offering hope and healing for nearly 40 years. Through training, research, and advocacy we have been working to build an equitable, high-quality health care system in the movement to end homelessness. Today, our work is more important than ever and we need your support! We set
