Friday, 3:15 - 4:45

"Pearls of Wisdom" Serving Homeless Youth and Adolescents

Location: Congressional B This workshop will focus on a practical approach to the care and advocacy of homeless adolescents and young adults. The presenters will discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of delivering effective and sustainable care to young adult populations. Advanced level. Presented by: Peggy Akers, NP, Health Care for the Homeless Portland, Porltand, ME; Wayne Cetrone, NMD, MPH, Outside In, Portland, OR; Bella Christodoulou, MSW, LCSW, Tulane Drop-In Health Services, New Orleans, LA. Materials: Pearls of Wisdom - Sharing Best Practices, Anecdotal Experiences and Clinical Challenges in Serving Homeless Youth and Adolescents (ppt) Pearls of Wisdom - Serving Homeless Youth and Adolescents (ppt)