Strategies for HIV Testing and Linkage to Care for People Experiencing Homelessness (PEH)
People experiencing homelessness or unstable housing face significant challenges in accessing and adhering to HIV care. These challenges often include delays in seeking care, inconsistent engagement with healthcare providers, and difficulties in adhering to HIV treatment. The complex interplay of housing instability with mental health disorders, substance use, and economic and food insecurity further complicates healthcare needs. This webinar will discuss the critical challenges and strategies involved in screening, diagnosing, and linking people experiencing homelessness to appropriate HIV care.
This course is jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and HealthHIV.
Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:
- Identify the unique barriers and challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness in accessing HIV testing and care
- Describe strategies to improve HIV testing rates among people experiencing homelessness
- Explore effective methods for successfully linking individuals experiencing homelessness to ongoing HIV care and treatment
- Recognize available community resources and partnerships that can aid in facilitating HIV Testing and linkage to care for people experiencing homelessness
