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Volunteer Spotlight: Emily Thomas
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
The Homeless Health Initiative at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia interviewed volunteer occupational therapist Emily Thomas, MS, OYR/L, who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of children living in shelter during the pandemic.
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Stephanie Markel, HHI Artist and Founding Donor
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Longtime HHI supporter, Dr. Stephanie Markel, discusses what has been meaningful in her 30-year relationship with HHI, the art program she helped start in 2013.
Our Own Place; but Still Part of the HHI Family
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Making use of HHI programs — CHOP Night and SPARK — helped one resident keep her daughter healthy and in good spirits during their time living in shelter.
Drive-by Greetings and Supplies
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Homeless Health Initiative (HHI) volunteers, CHOP employees and more hoped to bring a ray of sunshine during a dark and depressing time for families living in shelters.
From Itchy to Grateful
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
One of many stories of how HHI has worked together with an incredible team of people to lift and support a family in need.
Inaugural Job Fair Connects Parents from Shelters with Potential Employers
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
The goal of the job fair was to find and create employment opportunities for parents in shelter. Research has shown obtaining housing and employment improves families’ overall health.
Sesame Street Invites HHI to Help Raise National Awareness about Family Homelessness
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Sesame Street is raising awareness of the increased number of families with children that are experiencing homelessness. — with an assist from the Homeless Health Initiative.
Family Fun and Fitness Day Marks Sixth Year
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Volunteers provided families with educational materials and a chance to learn about infant CPR and services provided by CHOP. Children participated in and games and crafts.
We Get by with a Little Help from Our CHOP Friends
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
Several Employee Resource Groups help special back-to-school events at St. Barnabas Mission.
Breastfeeding-friendly Shelter Initiative
Published on in Homeless Health Initiative Annual Report
The Breastfeeding-friendly Shelters Initiative faced challenges from federal and local policy changes in 2018. LEND fellows contributed to efforts supporting the initiative.