Mayor Eric Adams announced an expansion of NYC Health + Hospitals' medical respite bed program, which now includes 24 additional beds for homeless patients recovering from health events. With the total reaching 75 beds, the program has served over 1,400 patients since its 2011 launch. It provides essential medical care not typically found in shelters, alongside resources to secure housing. This initiative marks a significant step in addressing the intersection of health and housing insecurity in New York City.
Adams reaffirmed that this program targets the intersection of safety, health, and access to stable housing for New Yorkers, emphasizing the comprehensive support for homeless individuals.
Since its launch, the program has discharged almost 360 individuals into stable housing, showcasing its dual focus on health recovery and housing stability.
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