TRAINING RESOURCES
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Purpose:
In the late 1980s, a group of clinicians and service providers demonstrated particular ways of providing health care to people experiencing homelessness. This model of care, now known as the HCH Model, helps alleviate suffering and support recovery of people experiencing homelessness. It is a model of care that, while not taught in most health professions schools, has demonstrated success in the care for and recovery of people experiencing homelessness. This interactive course, designed by HCH providers, introduces students to the realities of homelessness, the HCH model of care, and the large community of HCH consumers, advocates, and providers.
Objectives:
After participating in this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe root causes, experiences, and definitions of homelessness
- Summarize the history of the HCH program and governmental agencies that fund and provide oversight for those programs
- List specific characteristics of the HCH Model of Care
- Identify resources and potential collaborations in your community to assist people experiencing homelessness
- Identify ways to address common causes of stress in homeless services to support self and team care
- List membership organizations, networking opportunities, and continuing education options available for the HCH community
- Evaluate HCH 101 online training
Target Audience: (Who Should Attend)
- This learning activity is designed for clinic and shelter staff, health professions students, federal employees, and volunteers new to Health Care for the Homeless. The course is designed to promote collaboration among learners of different disciplines, backgrounds and geographical locations.
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