Homeless youth represent one of the largest sub-groups of the overall homeless population in the US. In addition to their experiences with unstable housing, most face or have faced a number of adversities, including: family rejection, neglect, and abuse; economic hardship; and difficulties accessing homeless services. As a result, many homeless youth are at increased […]
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Clinicians experienced in homeless health care routinely adapt their practice to foster better outcomes for their patients. This document was written for health care professionals, program administrators, other staff, and students serving individuals with opioid use disorders who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Its purpose is to improve patient care by enhancing understanding
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic illness that requires continuing medical care and ongoing patient self-management education and support to prevent acute complications and to reduce the risk of long-term complications. Diabetes care is complex and requires that many issues, beyond glycemic control, be addressed. A large body of evidence exists that supports a range of
The Break Free Alliance presents this resource on tobacco cessation with individuals experiencing homelessness as part of an initiative through the Health Education Council. The mission of the Health Education Council is to promote good health in all communities through advocacy and education. The Break Free Alliance is a collaboration between various agencies across the
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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic illness that requires continuing medical care and ongoing patient self-management education and support to prevent acute complications and to reduce the risk of long-term complications. Diabetes care is complex and requires that many issues, beyond glycemic control, be addressed. A large body of evidence exists that supports a range of
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Webinar Slides(PDF) The HCH Clinicians’ Network has developed Adapting Your Practice: Recommendations for the Care of Homeless Adults with Chronic Non-Malignant Pain (edited by Patricia Post, MPA) in response to reported needs from a 2010 chronic pain management survey of the Clinicians’ Network and the Respite Care Providers’ Network memberships. This webinar will highlight major components of
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Webinar Slides(PPT) This webinar will focus on the models of integrated care that three health care for the homeless projects has adopted in order to better serve homeless populations. Homeless populations are much more likely to have complex, multiple occurring disorders that include chronic, somatic conditions coupled with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Traditional models
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Harm reduction can be used as an approach for substance use treatment to openly negotiate with clients the behavior change that is most likely to be achieved. Download Research (Link)
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