OC Health Care Agency serves individuals who are homeless or on the verge of becoming homeless. Among this group, services are offered to individuals of all ages with behavioral health conditions ranging from mild to severe and chronic. Staff frequents known gathering places for the homeless including food banks, shelters, and public areas such as parks/libraries in order to identify individuals and screen for program eligibility. The focus here is on rapport building to increase the person's acceptance of behavioral health treatment and ultimate integration into his or her community of choice. The team responds to community referrals and collaborates with various community partners in support of an individual’s recovery.
