Breaking down silos: How to share data to improve the health of people experiencing homelessness

The homelessness and health care sectors realize the interconnectedness of the housing and health care needs of individuals and communities. Given that housing status is a key social determinant of health, both sectors recognize the role stable housing has in improving and maintaining health, as well as reducing unnecessary emergency room use and hospital admissions. At the same time, research indicates that addressing the health-related needs of people experiencing or at risk of homelessness is crucial to accessing and sustaining housing.