Addressing Violence in Public Housing Communities: OIC Medical, Rocky Mount, NC
Thursday, November 15, 2018
Recording
Violence is a significant social determinant of health for public housing residents. Exposure to violence is higher in communities where there are limited economic opportunities, high concentrations of poverty and unemployed people, and limited access to health and social services. And experiencing violence of any type-physical, sexual, or psychological- is associated with increased risks of physical, mental health and behavioral health disorders. Therefore, effective violence prevention and intervention programs at Health Centers that are located in or immediately accessible to public housing developments are critical to improving health.