In line with HUD’s Housing First approach to homelessness, BEDS prioritizes getting people into housing; however, we recognize that homelessness causes and exacerbates a range of health problems that make regaining a home difficult. Sixty percent of our clients report a serious health or behavioral health condition, and we’ve invested […]
BEDS Plus Executive Director Tina Rounds discusses our Summit Service Center community partners
BEDS Plus Executive Director Tina Rounds in a video blog talks about the partners we are working with for the Summit Service Center. “Part of developing a safety net in the community is viable, vibrant, well-run organizations that are constantly examining what the needs are in the community and working […]
Dr. Swoyer of AMITA Health talks about reducing barriers to health care
Dr. Jennifer Swoyer of AMITA Health talks about reducing barriers to health care. The Summit Service Center will allow medically fragile persons experiencing homelessness to get the care they need. “Health care in this country, for as available as it is, is fraught with barriers. Transportation can be a barrier. […]
