Part 2: The Solution Integrating Health Assessments into Domestic Violence Programs

Good health is an important step to healing from domestic violence, and advocates are in a unique position to intervene and reduce health consequences related to experiencing abuse. Integrating health services into domestic violence programs provides an important resource for clients to access resources and information, as well as an opportunity to create a culture of wellness and develop a more comprehensive array of services for their clients and staff. There are many models for integrating health services into domestic violence programs ranging from adding basic health assessments into shelter intakes, to creating full-scale onsite clinics and partnering with local health departments to station DV advocates in public health clinics. This webinar will include an overview of best practices and resources for advocates, as well as examples from the field.