What does HCH mean in HEALTHCARE

Health Care for the Homeless provides preventative and primary health, dental, and mental health services. These services may include medication management, chronic disease management, behavioral health therapy, vaccinations, vision testing, dental cleanings and exams, HIV/AIDS testing and prevention counseling, case management and more.

Individuals in need of healthcare who are homeless or facing housing insecurity are eligible to receive Health Care for the Homeless services. In many cases, people do not need proof of homelessness or residency to be eligible for care.

You can search online for a local HCH program by visiting https://www.hchscalendar.org/search-centers/. The website allows you to search by zip code or city/state location information. Most programs will have contact information listed so you can call ahead of time if needed.

Many HCH programs offer their services free of charge or on a sliding fee scale based on income level; however, some may charge nominal fees related to certain tests or treatments such as X-rays or lab work requested by practitioners. Patients should ask their caregivers about any associated costs when they first arrive at a clinic visit.

Yes! There are many organizations across the country that provide similar healthcare services to those facing homelessness or housing insecurity such as community health centers and free clinics as well as other nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing access to quality healthcare resources through clinics across America.