Individuals experiencing chronic homelessness have higher rates of mental health challenges, substance use disorder, brain injuries, trauma, and chronic health conditions. Without receiving proper care and assistance, the average age of death of a chronically homeless individual is only 47 years old. How can our community care for the health and well-being of unhoused community members?
Tune in on Thursday, May 13 from 8 – 9 a.m. for “Accessing Health Care While Chronically Homeless” to join the discussion on how our community is providing services for those experiencing chronic homelessness and how we can improve. The panel will feature guest speakers Jean Capler, LCSW, Local Support Network Leader of the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana Resource Facilitation Program; Dana Jones, Director of the Wheeler Mission Bloomington Center for Men; Greg May, Administrative Director of the Centerstone Adult and Family Services; Nancy Richman, Project Director of HealthNet Bloomington Health Center; and Meredith Short, Outreach Coordinator at IU Health Positive Link.
Attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their awareness about someone else’s reality while learning about the challenges, innovations, collaborations, resources available through area nonprofits, and how to get more involved in making a difference. Guests are invited to come with questions for the speakers or just listen and learn.
As the region rebuilds from the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Wake Up! with United Way season focuses on Building a Better Normal. Each month’s discussion brings to light how we can all create a brighter future that works for everyone in our community, including topics like homelessness, food security, and workers’ rights.
Wake Up! with United Way is co-hosted by United Way of Monroe County and Indiana University's Political and Civic Engagement program, with support from presenting sponsors Bloomington Township, Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, Duke Energy, IU Credit Union, and Old National Bank.
Select a highlighted date to see event times
Select a time to add to your calendar