Managing COVID-19 Among Those Experiencing Homelessness

April 10, 2020 – Correspondent Megan Kamerick talks with Albuquerque city officials and nonprofit leaders helping those without housing about stopping the spread of coronavirus. This population is at particular risk since many may have underlying medical issues, lack of medical care and an inability to follow guidelines on hand washing and social distancing. The panel also explores how the response to this pandemic may shape public health and housing in the future. 

Guests:
Dennis Plummer, CEO, Albuquerque Heading Home
Jenny Metzler, executive director, Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless 
Guest: Lisa Huval, deputy director of housing and homelessness for city of Albuquerque 

Resources: 
Albuquerque Working on Strategy to Protect Homeless From Coronavirus – NM Political Report
City, Shelter Adjusting to Ways To Care For Homeless – Albuquerque Journal
States and Cities Turn to Empty Hotel Rooms to House Homeless and People Ill With Coronavirus – Route Fifty
San Francisco Fights Coronavirus by Finding Homeless A Home – Bloomberg