Clinicians working in homeless health care devote their energy to the health and well being of their clients, helping them obtain the medical care, housing, and social services that they need. To ensure a long and successful career, it is essential to remember to take care of yourself, too. Those who work with individuals and […]
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This issue of In Focus provides a synthesis of recent literature on HIV/AIDS among persons experiencing homelessness in the United States. Special attention is given to literature on HIV risk behaviors, predictors of HIV testing utilization, and promising HIV testing strategies for both youth and adult populations experiencing homelessness. Download Newsletter (PDF)
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Webinar Slides(PDF) This webinar will address the key elements for PCMH transformation in the HCH setting. Columbus Neighborhood Health Center will share its experience and strategies that led to level 3 NCQA PCMH recognition in 2011. Speakers: Anna Gard, FNP-BC; Health Disparities Consultant, Association of Clinicians for the Underserved; Glenside, Pennsylvania Parminder Bajwa, MD, MBA, DBA;
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Webinar Slides(PDF) This webinar will address the key elements to integrating meaningful use (MU) of health information into the HCH practice setting. The office of CMS will address questions related to the MU stage 1 and 2 and the core requirements for attestation. Christ Community Health Services will share their experience in implementing MU into
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To examine the characteristics and needs of veterans within the HCH setting, the National HCH Council launched a veterans research initiative in December 2011. In phase 1 of the initiative, the National HCH Council conducted key expert interviews and focus groups with HCH clinicians and administrators to learn more about veterans accessing HCH services. Download
Health and Homelessness among Veterans: Experiences of HCH Grantees Read More >>
A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE:WHY FAMILY PLANNING IS IMPORTANT Read Newsletter (PDF)
Healing Hands: Decreasing Unintended Pregnancy Among Women Experiencing Homelessness Read More >>
This issue explores the public health ramifications of unintended pregnancy and discusses contraception options for women experiencing homelessness. The newsletter also looks at funding sources for family planning programs and includes a toolkit of practical resources for providers and patients. Supplement: Methods of Contraception. Download Research (PDF)
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Webinar Slides(PDF) During this webinar, staff from Springwire and participating health care for the homeless grantees will demonstrate how Community Voice Mail and Resource Broadcasting are being implemented and share the successes and challenges of that process. The National Health Care for the Homeless Council and Springwire have been collaborating on a national pilot project
