shout clinic toronto, canada byph may 2008. features - 1 services for homeless and street-involved...
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SHOUT Clinic Toronto, Canada
BYPH
May 2008
Features - 1
• Services for homeless and street-involved youth, 16-24 years of age
• Treat disease & illness AND housing, education, employment, social supports & environment
Features - 2
• Attitudes:– Knowledge of street youth population– Non-judgmental & supportive– Built on partnerships– Youth involved in planning & delivery– Commitment to advocate for system and
attitude changes
Services
• Give out gloves, socks, underwear, personal hygiene items etc on arrival
• Assess determinants of health at intake (shelter, food, isolation, safety etc.)
• Comprehensive health care• Dental care• Mental health counseling• Support for pregnant & parenting clients• Health promotion