HEARTS FOR  THE HOMELESS 

"I first learned about H4H's mission during my senior year of college. Joining International led me to become part of the Mental Health team in its infancy. Since then, we've worked hard to make mental health screenings a vital part of the H4H model, deploying diagnostic tests like the PHQ-9 and GAD-7 directly in the field. Mental illness is highly prevalent in homeless populations and is itself a risk factor to becoming homeless; it is vital that these services be provided for those who seek help. Our trainings and informational pamphlets make sure chapters are well equipped to deal with such cases as they arise. In destigmatizing mental health, we hope to expand access to mental treatment on par with other medical care. I am excited for what lies ahead and couldn't be prouder to have been here from the very start!"