Fundraising initiative started to help limit spread of COVID-19 among homeless

SOURCE: CBS AUSTIN

Dell Medical School and Austin Public Health are teaming up for a new fundraising initiative to help limit the spread of COVID-19 among people experiencing homelessness.

Both are working with Echo, CommUnityCare Health Centers and other community groups to provide emergency shelter and health care to these individuals diagnosed with the virus.

They’ll have access to screening and facilities for isolation and protective lodging along with resources for food and hygiene.

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