About Patients Experiencing Homelessness
Homelessness in California has reached an emergency level with more than 170,000 people in crisis. Hospitals are on the front lines as teams of social workers, case managers, nurses, doctors, and others work to care for, and safely discharge, patients experiencing homelessness. Hospitals are addressing complex social needs with food, clothing, medication, connections to community services, and more. Just as the reasons for homelessness are multi-faceted, it’s critical that others support and care for these individuals. Elected officials, the business community, nonprofits, and social service organizations all must help address the crisis.
5 Things To Know: 2025 Annual Point-in-Time Count Volunteer Portals Now Open
This region’s 2025 Annual Point-in-Time Count (PITC) events are taking place at the end of January, and volunteer registration for each is open. Imperial County’s PITC, run by the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council, is happening Jan. 24-25; it is followed by San Diego County’s PITC on Jan. 30, conducted by the Regional Task […]
5 Things To Know: #WeAllCount Volunteers Needed
The purpose of #WeAllCount, also known as the annual Point-in-Time Count (PITC), is to collect data on the needs of people experiencing homelessness in our community. This count also provides an opportunity to increase awareness of homelessness and spark action around resolving homelessness. Volunteer registration is now open for the 2025 #WeAllCount happening in locations […]
5 Things To Know: Registration Is Open for Two Runaway & Homeless Youth “Walk and Rally” Events Happening This Month
More than 1,800 youth in San Diego have nowhere to sleep at night, according to San Diego Youth Services (SDYS). To shine a light on youth homelessness and recognize November as Runaway & Homeless Youth Prevention Month, SDYS is hosting a Runaway & Homeless Youth Walk and Rally on Nov. 15 at San Diego City […]
5 Things To Know: Free Street Medicine Continuing Education Course Offered
Clinicians, non-clinicians, peers, and administrators interested in street medicine or better care for individuals experiencing homelessness are invited to register for the San Diego Street Medicine Foundations training from Oct. 16-18. Held at San Diego City College, the three-day, continuing medical education-accredited course focuses on delivering primary care to people experiencing unsheltered homelessness in their lived […]
5 Things To Know: Free Course for Social Workers: Supporting Older Adults Experiencing Homelessness
The Homeless and Housing Resource Center has developed a free virtual course highlighting the unique challenges faced by older adults experiencing homelessness, with a focus on individuals with substance use disorders or serious mental illness. The course also shares individuals’ personal experiences with homelessness and the experiences of those who work with older adults experiencing homelessness. The National Association of Social Workers has accredited this course for two continuing education units.
5 Things To Know: Veterans Village of San Diego to Hold “Stand Down” Event
San Diego County’s Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is one of many county departments gearing up for the region’s largest annual event serving veterans experiencing homelessness. The event is scheduled for Aug. 9-11 at the San Diego Rescue Mission’s South County Lighthouse in National City and will include an array of resources and county services.
5 Things To Know: California Recuperative Care Symposium
The National Institute for Medical Respite Care, a special program of the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, is hosting an inaugural event Sept. 12-13 in Sacramento. The symposium will showcase promising practices, program models, and examples of leadership. Register with discount code CHCF30 by July 31 to receive 30% off.
Thoughtful Collaboration Leads to Health Care Solutions
Hospitals are facing extraordinary challenges, so being thoughtful about how we tackle the big issues is more important than ever. The pace of what is coming at us every day is relentless. It’s not easy to have meaningful conversations with the right stakeholders at the right time. To truly take on the big issues we need to slow down and create space for deeper insights. That’s a key takeaway for me after attending the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Congress late last month in Chicago, where I joined 5,000 health care professionals from around the country to discuss the leadership that’s needed for the challenges ahead.