Homeless advocates and medical professionals gathered outside of Scripps Mercy Hospital Wednesday to denounce what they said is ongoing patient dumping for unsheltered people who critically need help.
Amie Zamudio speaks at a press conference in front of Scripps Mercy Hospital, March 22, 2023.
The organization Housing 4 the Homeless led the Wednesday press conference outside of Scripps Mercy Hospital. Their members said hospitals across the city of San Diego continue to prematurely discharge homeless and poor patients despite a 2018 law known as SB 1152, which was meant to address this issue.
Scripps also said that they work with each patient to develop a discharge plan, which includes “giving them discharge instructions, follow up for medical or behavioral health care needs they may have and providing them with information and about community resources so they can access food, clothing, shelter and transportation to their chosen destination, as applicable.”
Housing 4 the Homeless leaders are requesting state lawmakers to take action with hearings, and review the law’s effectiveness.Tags
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