This webinar will allow participants to understand the definitions and prevalence of homeless and housing insecurity in Chicago, learn how to sensitively address homelessness in patients, and become familiar with resources available for children and families experiencing homelessness. The webinar will be presented by Markeita Moore, MD FAAP, Evergreen Plaza Pediatrics; Margaret Scotellaro, MD, Medical…

The next quarterly meeting of the Collaborative on Child Homelessness – Illinois (COCHI) will be taking place Wednesday, March 17, 2021 from 1-2:30pm via Zoom. The meeting will focus on opportunities to increase housing capacity and stabilize housing for children and families.

This cross-sector housing and health training is for housing case managers, shelter staff, and other support staff working with families experiencing housing insecurity. The webinar will enable participants to: Recognize the importance of well-child check-ups to optimize child health and reduce illness Identify risk factors and common health issues for children living in shelters Recognize…

This meeting features a panel presentation on trauma-informed care for children experiencing homelessness, with presentations by Amanda Henley, Community Expert; Dr. Audrey Stillerman, MD, UI Health (University of Illinois – Chicago); and Trevaughn Davis-Neal, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Director at Primo Center for Women and Children.