The homeless in downtown San Diego move along streets with their belongings. Photo by Chris Stone
Whether it’s a toenail trim and a foot exam or a COVID-19 vaccine, Neighborhood Healthcare, a regional Federally Qualified Health Center in partnership with Interfaith Community Services, will hold Healthcare Day for the Homeless on Aug. 8.
The event on Sunday will take place from 8 a.m. to noon at the Interfaith Community Services’ Escondido location and is expected to draw more than 150 individuals.
The organizers will offer participants at no charge:
- Shower facilities.
- Haircut services.
- Mobile laundry services.
- A COVID-19 vaccine.
- Foot exam and nail trimming.
- Complementary toiletries, dental hygiene bags, T-shirts, socks, and shoes.
- Shelter assistance.
- Community resource assistance.
Interfaith Community Services campus is located at 550 W Washington Ave. in Escondido.
Visit www.interfaithservices.org for further information.