Integrated Care is central to the Healthcare for the Homeless approach and has been implemented in varying degrees in HCH sites since the 1980’s. The major elements of the HCH model of care include compassionate and persistent outreach to persons experiencing homelessness; an emphasis on easy access to care through the use of walk-in models and same day appointments; an understanding of the comprehensive and complex needs of the individuals who are served; a “whole person” approach to care through the consideration of medical, behavioral and social service needs; the development of trusting and respectful relationships with the individuals who are served; and the delivery of comprehensive services and supports by multi-disciplinary teams.
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Best Practices, Clinical Practice, Homeless Services, Patient-Centered Medical Home