Prescribing medications to individuals who are homeless is challenging. Factors that complicate prescribing include lack of trust in the provider; being on the street without shelter; issues of theft and loss of medications; frequent relocation; mental illness, substance abuse, or other health issues; lack of outreach activities and resources; and lack of family and social support. This webinar will address strategies to overcome these factors. Topics of engaging homeless clients in treatment, helping people to feel empowered in decision-making regarding taking medication, assisting people to adhere to medication regimes, and maintaining long-standing relationships with patients will be outlined. Case studies illustrating teaching points will be emphasized.
The presenters will address the following learning objectives:

• To appreciate the challenges involved in prescribing medication to individuals who are homeless.
• To identify strategies in overcoming barriers to safely and effectively prescribing medication to individuals who are homeless.
• To recognize the value of alliance building with individuals who are homeless to improve delivery of primary care and psychiatric treatment.

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Jennifer Martinez at 845‐306‐7649 or jmartinez@ahpnet.com.