Overview of board requirements for health centers and health care for the homeless grantees. Download Document (PDF)
Consumer Governance Requirements in Health Care for the Homeless Read More >>
Due to the Coronavirus, many CAB meetings have had to adjust to video or conference calls. These are some guidelines and suggestions from CAB members who have organized virtual meetings. Download Document (PDF)
Virtual CAB Meeting Guidelines Read More >>
NCAB has revised and reformatted the CAB Manual to include more lessons on effective CAB management, as well as adding sample CAB documents and a workbook for CABs to develop their own structure and guidelines. Download Document (PDF)
Updated Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) Manual Read More >>
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HCH Advocate Statement of Principles Read More >>
This research document provides an insightful case study in how rural communities engage and perceive homelessness. Though often viewed as an urban issue, homelessness is pervasive in rural areas due to high poverty rates, lack of affordable housing, and geographical isolation. This publication examines that phenomenon through the lens of a 2014 study of East
Clinicians with extensive experience caring for individuals who are homeless routinely adapt their practice to foster better outcomes for these patients. This document is intended for health care professionals, students, and ancillary personnel who have less experience working with this population and may not realize that some of their patients are homeless. Download Research (PDF)
General Recommendations for the Care of Homeless Patients Read More >>
This report summarizes results from the CPO Survey, which addresses the topic of outreach to hard-to-reach individuals who are homeless, particularly as it affects their enrollment in benefits programs. Download Research (PDF)
Improving health depends on accessing health care services and engaging in appropriate treatment. People experiencing homelessness have higher rates of chronic medical conditions, acute illnesses, and behavioral health issues compared to their housed counterparts, which contributes to poor health and earlier mortality. This population also experiences greater barriers to accessing care because they tend not
Fact Sheet: Health Insurance at HCH Programs, 2022 Read More >>
