Every two years, the Butte Countywide Homeless Continuum of Care conducts a one day, point-in-time census and survey of those experiencing homelessness. In 2015, it was estimated that there were over 1,127 homeless persons residing in Butte County. Homelessness exerts a severe impact on people's physical and mental well-being. In contrast to the general population, people experiencing homelessness are at elevated risk for communicable disease, chronic illness, and being victims of violence. They are more likely to experience poor mental health, and to develop substance-related and addictive disorders. It is also estimated that the mortality rate for homeless persons may be up to nine times greater than for the general population.

Butte 2-1-1, Enloe Medical Center, Butte County Public Health Department

• The percent of total calls to Butte 211 from individuals experiencing homelessness increased from 8% to 9.4% during the 7/1/15 to 12/31/17 reporting period
• Ten trainings regarding usage of Butte 211 as a referral resource have been conducted at Enloe Medical Center and Ampla Health.

Enloe Medical Center, Butte 211, and Butte County Public Health Department are evaluating methods to track recidivism and facilitate coordination of care for homeless individuals seeking care at Enloe Medical Center.