Homelessness Youth and Their Pets Healthcare Clinics.

Each monthly One Health Clinic will host a team of healthcare providers who will deliver healthcare to youth and their pets at the same time. Services provided will help participants optimize their own health and the health of their pets, while strengthening the human-animal bond. Together this leads to better health for the entire community. Janet Hendrickson, President of Changing the Streets and a Nurse Practitioner said, “I have had many patients who will do things for their pets before helping themselves. Their pet is their family and the strength of their bond is evident. By offering veterinary care side by side with their own care, it allows me as the healthcare provider the opportunity to connect with my patients …