Street Medicine: Care Beyond Four Walls
At Community Care Campus, we believe that healthcare is a fundamental right that should be accessible to everyone, no matter their circumstances. Our Street Medicine Program is a cornerstone of this commitment, reflecting our mission to deliver care with dignity, compassion, and respect—meeting individuals exactly where they are.
A Holistic Approach to Care
Our approach is rooted in the NHHA System of Integrated Care™, which is built on the understanding that individuals facing challenges in housing, healthcare, and overall well-being require a continuum of services tailored to their unique needs. Through our holistic approach, we ensure that no one falls through the cracks.
This model includes key elements such as:
Outreach and Engagement: Establishing trust with individuals through culturally responsive and inclusive outreach efforts.
Assessment and Navigation: Creating personalized care plans to address unique needs in housing, healthcare, and mental health.
Temporary and Transitional Housing: Providing safe spaces while empowering individuals with life skills and job readiness.
Healthcare Integration: Offering health education, care coordination, mental health support, and substance use treatment, often through on-site services.
Community Supports and Case Management: Connecting clients with vital resources and ongoing support.
Permanent Housing Solutions: Prioritizing stable housing as the foundation for long-term success.
Street Medicine: Care Beyond Four Walls
Street Medicine is a transformative initiative that bridges the gap for individuals experiencing homelessness—many of whom face barriers to traditional healthcare, such as lack of transportation, distrust of medical systems, or the overwhelming complexity of navigating services. By bringing care directly to them, we dismantle these barriers and offer a lifeline of support.
This mobile approach allows us to:
Address urgent medical needs – We offer wound care, chronic disease management, mental health support, and more, directly in the field.
Build trust – By establishing relationships with individuals over time, our teams can help them feel comfortable enough to seek ongoing care.
Prevent hospitalizations – By addressing health concerns early, we can improve health outcomes reduce costly and avoidable emergency room visits.
Connect to supportive services – We don’t just provide medical care; we also connect individuals with housing, food, mental health support, and social services, helping them take steps toward stability.
This mobile approach ensures that immediate healthcare needs are met while also integrating individuals into our broader continuum of care. From medical services to housing solutions and case management, we create pathways to stability and hope.
The Street Medicine Program exemplifies our mission of providing care with dignity and compassion, no matter the circumstances. By meeting individuals where they are, we’re able to build trust, address urgent health needs, and create a foundation for long-term well-being. This program is a testament to the transformative power of holistic, integrated care, and it reminds us that everyone deserves access to healthcare, regardless of their situation."
– Dr. Connie Bartlett, Chief Medical Officer of NHHA
Transformative Impact of Street Medicine
The Street Medicine Program is a vital lifeline and a first step toward improved health outcomes, empowering individuals to rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities. By addressing urgent medical needs and managing chronic conditions, the program restores well-being while connecting individuals to essential resources for transitioning off the streets. Its comprehensive care not only fosters personal recovery but also strengthens the communities it serves.