“The community has shown me that while data and programs are crucial, genuine human connection often makes the biggest impact. Being present and listening actively is imperative to offer individualized, empathetic care.”
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“Building trust isn’t always immediate, but when we lead with empathy and compassion, we create the foundation for meaningful relationships and better care.”
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“Growing up in San Francisco, I have always felt a deep connection to the city I call home. Serving people with whom I share this connection has thus far been extremely meaningful. I feel grateful to learn from so many different minds, hear a multitude of perspectives, and gain a broader understanding of the opioid crisis and our healthcare system…”
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“It feels meaningful to know that my outreach efforts not only help patients access this critical preventive health screening but also potentially secure additional funding for Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, a safety-net hospital that primarily serves uninsured and publicly insured populations in San Francisco.”
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“Self-care has been vital for maintaining my mental health, and exercise has become an important outlet for reducing stress.”
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“Humans of NHC” is a campaign run by the National Health Corps Program that highlights people that interact with the NHC program in any capacity. Members, Staff, Mentors, Supervisors, Clinic Staff, and Community Organization Partners are interviewed by an NHC Member and are asked to share about their career trajectory, their passions, challenges and advice for professionals exploring their fields. Interviewees also share about what they find most meaningful in their professions, roles, as well as their current goals and aspirations for themselves or their organizations. These interviews are then transcribed and posted on the National Health Corps website for all to read!
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“The most meaningful thing I have been involved with at Curry is relationship building and learning to work with clients. Curry presents a unique opportunity where I get to work with these clients consistently and build rapport over time.”
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“As a Value-Based Care Coordinator, I have had the opportunity to work on many different metrics including adult and pediatric flu vaccination rates, asthma medication ratios, zoster immunization rates, and various perinatal metrics.”
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“I balance my time between several primary and urgent care clinics… helping patients with opioid use disorder navigate the complexities of our healthcare systems and the barriers to accessing and receiving appropriate care.”
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“The path to food justice and food sovereignty in San Francisco is neither clear nor easy. It is a path that must be radically trailblazed, and that takes the work of entire governments, communities, and individuals.”
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“Serving in this position has exposed me to the aspects of healthcare that are outside of patient care, but are crucial to patient care’s long-term success.”
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“Being part of an integrated care system also means that new patients who arrive at our clinic, whether it is for MAT intake or as a curious passerby, are welcome and encouraged to utilize other services such as primary care, dental care, mental health resources, and case management, regardless of their ability to pay.”
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“In my position I have had the opportunity to serve in a few different capacities. I have spent a lot of time working directly with clients, helping connect them to community resources, enroll them in community programs, and accompany individuals to appointments.”
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“When providing education to students they are so curious to learn more, and are highly receptive to the information being shared, information they seemingly had not heard before. The ability to meet the students where they are and without requirements for parents to miss work allows for thousands of students to receive care that they otherwise might not have access to.”
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“Reflecting on my time as an Americorps member so far has been enriching, allowing me to learn and gain experience in a plethora of Public Health programs dedicated to patient-centered care for unhoused populations.”
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“Join Sydney as she provides a tour of a standard day of service, followed by a walk-through of Project Homeless Connect and how NHC AmeriCorps members support initiatives at the event!”
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Join Laurel and Abhi as they walk you through their day to day serving at the country's oldest free medical clinic, HealthRIGHT 360! They’ll walk you through their day-to-day routine, including an inside look at their responsibilities checking in with patients, preparing for and running HealthRIGHT 360’s Food Pharmacy program, and more!
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“As an AmeriCorps member on the team, I’ve had the opportunity to support patients in various ways, including accompanying folks to medical or social appointments, connecting them to resources, coordinating care, and helping them complete public benefits forms. Beyond supporting patients with their medical and social needs, the moments that will stick with me the most are visits where I spent anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour sitting with a patient as they share stories, reflections, and favorite memories from their life.”
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“I outreach to patients who are on LAIs and ensure they get their medication injection on time. This includes making reminder calls, sending texts, writing emails, coordinating with other healthcare professionals, and even visiting patients at their place.”
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“Everyday I’m discovering something new about myself and about the populations I serve. Whether that comes from learning a fresh way to best support the clinics or listening to a new patient’s incredible story of resilience, each day continues to enrich my perspective and inspire my commitment to public health and service.”
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