Webinar Slides(PDF) The overall rise in homelessness over the last five years is largely attributable to the spike in unsheltered homelessness specifically. Communities across the country witnessed proliferation of encampments and others living in outdoor locations. This was exacerbated by COVID-19 in which gathering spaces (e.g., shelters, day centers, libraries, etc.) for people experiencing homelessness […]
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One HCH Center’s Framework for a Safe and Healthy Environment slides(PDF) Value-Based Decision-Making Outline(PDF) AHCH Framework for a Healthy and Safe Campus Environment(PDF) By design, HCH organizations are committed to engaging and serving the most vulnerable populations in unconventional settings, through innovative mechanisms. As such, the work is laden with tensions: welcoming while
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Responding to the findings of a recent survey conducted by NCAB, this resource provides recommendations for developing physical spaces that promote well-being, considerations for vulnerable populations, and strategies for providing staff support. Download Research (PDF)
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Updated in 2011, this document provides examples of policies, procedures and protocols from six homeless health care projects with practical information for creating a safer environment for consumers and staff in Health Care for the Homeless Projects. It is an expanded and enhanced version of the 1996 document Sample Safety Guidelines in Homeless Health Services.
We offer this Healing Hands issue to the cause of overcoming all violence, with deep gratitude for those who face danger every day, yet bravely and lovingly choose to continue to help their neighbors heal. Download Research (PDF)
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Clinicians from the homeless health care field respond to questions about safety in the workplace. Download Research (PDF)
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