Community-Embedded Low-Barrier Care: A Model for Engaging People With Complex Needs in HIV Treatment and Prevention - Takeaways - MDSpire

Community-Embedded Low-Barrier Care: A Model for Engaging People With Complex Needs in HIV Treatment and Prevention

  • By

  • Maria A Corcorran

  • Jimmy Ma

  • Margaret L Green

  • Raaka G Kumbhakar

  • Eve Lake

  • Elizabeth Dhal Helendi

  • Luke Sumner

  • Lorie Ann Larson

  • Julia C Dombrowski

  • Shireesha Dhanireddy

  • April 8, 2025

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    People experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders face significant barriers to accessing HIV care and treatment.

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    Low-barrier care models have been implemented to engage individuals with complex needs in HIV prevention and treatment.

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    Three community-embedded clinics were established in King County to provide status-neutral HIV services directly to marginalized populations.

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    The Aurora–SHE Clinic offers trauma-informed sexual health services and comprehensive care for women experiencing complex barriers.

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    Collaborative efforts between community organizations and healthcare providers are essential for improving health outcomes in vulnerable populations.

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Community-Embedded Low-Barrier Care: A Model for Engaging People With Complex Needs in HIV Treatment and Prevention

  • by Maria A Corcorran, Jimmy Ma, Margaret L Green, Raaka G Kumbhakar, Eve Lake, Elizabeth Dhal Helendi, Luke Sumner, Lorie Ann Larson, Julia C Dombrowski, Shireesha Dhanireddy

  • April 8, 2025

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