Homeless Patient Aligned Care Team brings Mobile Medical Unit to serve unhoused Veterans where they are.
Every Veteran across the country should have quick and easy access to primary health care. In reality, Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness are more likely to use emergency services for health-related issues. To reduce barriers that prevent these Veterans from accessing quality health care that meets their unique needs, VA created Homeless Patient Aligned Care Teams (HPACTs).
Mobile medical unit: “We look forward to providing Veterans access to basic services that can improve their health care and quality of life.”
There's a new Mobile Medical Unit at Birmingham VA, and it's equipped with two exam rooms, advanced telehealth capabilities and diagnostic tools to deliver specialized care in the community.
Learn how VA is reducing the risk of suicide among homeless Veterans
On the latest episode of our Ending Veteran Homelessness podcast, a senior executive and a physician explore the nuances of the Housing First model.
Podcasts will introduce Veterans to new benefits and program innovations and tell how VA will continue to prevent Veteran homelessness.
While helping Veterans receive care outside VA increases their access to health care services, it could also lead to coordination problems. Some concern exists that Veterans receiving care from more than one source could result in fragmented care and poor clinical outcomes.
Acknowledging the issues that Veterans face and working toward solutions is crucial for ensuring they have the support they need to thrive in civilian life.
When it comes to world-class patient care multidisciplinary teamwork, VA sets the bar higher every day. We always push ourselves to improve our facilities and expand our services, all while maintaining a vibrant, compassionate culture in which Veterans can heal.
A lack of public awareness about MST leaves gaps in our national discourse. Dispelling myths can help survivors know they are not alone and connect them to resources.
VA’s Long COVID Community of Practice team is more than 225 physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, researchers and other disciplines.