Curbside Care Clinic is transitioning to a new Fiscal Host
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Curbside Care Clinic
COLLECTIVE
Fiscal Host: Open Collective Foundation
We are an herbal wound care clinic serving the houseless and drug using community. We also train existing outreach groups and individuals. Funds go to purchase supplies to maintain our clinic and to compensate trainers for their teaching time.
Estimated Annual Budget
$1,508
Today's Balance
$2,701.86
Contributors
Budget
Transparent and open finances.
Credit from Someone to Curbside Care Clinic •
+$100.00USD
Completed
Contribution #667309
-$27.78 USD
Paid
Reimbursement #187306
-$125.22 USD
Paid
Reimbursement #187303
$
Today’s balance$2,701.86 USD
Total raised
$3,828.89 USD
Total disbursed
$1,127.03 USD
Estimated annual budget
$1,508.49 USD
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News from Curbside Care Clinic
Updates on our activities and progress.
Each One Teach One
Hello! Thank you to everyone out there who has supported the Curbside Care Clinic in big and small ways. 2023 was a year of exciting growth for our project. Our main area of growth is that we prioritized teaching the protocols we have devel...
Published on February 8, 2024 by Lisa Fox
Curbside Care Clinic offers it's first online training!
Starting on February 14th, Curbside Care Clinic will offer a four-part, online training covering the essential protocols we use in our street clinic. Our work mostly serves houseless communities and drug users in collaboration with harm red...
Published on February 9, 2023 by Lisa Fox
About
We are a dedicated team of passionate herbalists and healthcare professionals who believe in providing effective and low barrier herbal wound care to our houseless and drug-using community. Our volunteer-run clinic specializes in providing essential first aid and advanced wound care in a curbside setting. We use effective, plant-based techniques, while providing compassionate, trauma-informed care with the hope of restoring dignity, fostering community, and nurturing the spirit of resilience.
Our Mission: At Curbside Care Clinic, our mission is rooted in compassion and solidarity. We are committed to improving the lives of houseless individuals by offering them access to high-quality healthcare services that respect their dignity and individuality. Our focus on herbal wound care techniques, supported by scientific and empirical research, allows us to provide effective and holistic care that addresses both physical and emotional well-being.
What Sets Us Apart:
- Evidence Based Herbalism: Our clinic is at the forefront of herbal wound care, blending traditional medicine with modern scientific knowledge. We prioritize evidence-based practices that ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
- Community-Centered Approach: We understand the unique challenges faced by houseless and drug-using communities. Our approach goes beyond medical treatment; we forge connections, create safe spaces, and build a sense of belonging that empowers individuals to regain control over their health and lives.
- Empowerment Through Education: Our commitment to making a lasting impact extends beyond our direct care. We offer comprehensive training programs to share our herbal wound care methods with other groups . By empowering more individuals and organizations, we contribute to a worldwide movement of compassionate care.
How We Help:
- First Aid and Wound Care: Our skilled team of herbalists and healthcare workers provide immediate first aid and wound care services, specializing in ulcerated lesions and infected injection sites.
- Harm Reduction: We strive to meet people where they are at, while working to reduce harm caused by marginalization and a lack of access to compassionate institutional care.
- Workshops and Trainings: Through detailed workshops and comprehensive training sessions, we create an opportunity for organizations within the harm reduction community to provide effective herbal wound care in their own communities.
Consider Supporting Our Work: Your support can make a big impact on our work. By contributing to Curbside Care Clinic, you are enabling us to expand our reach, enhance our services, and extend our educational efforts.