Homeless Health and Wellness

Amount Awarded: $108,600
Recipient: San Francisco Department of Public Health
Project: Homeless Health and Wellness Training

This grant is intended to increase the health care services for homeless persons at shelters and resource centers. The goal of the grant is to provide homeless persons with a primary care provider who will facilitate training around a number of health-related issues such as communicable diseases, nutrition, chronic disease management, and drug use.

How will San Francisco use this grant:
This funding opportunity will help support a Public Health professional in meeting the goals of the Homeless Health and Wellness program.

Project Status:
San Francisco was awarded this grant in February 2010. This project is expected to begin in March 2010. Check back for more information.