Safety & Outreach Best Practices
Clear, reliable guidance to help keep you and the people you meet safe, grounded, and supported.
Introduction to street Outreach Easy Commuting Trips
Your daily commute, lunch breaks, and brief or day-long outings can be great times to connect with local homeless individuals. You may see many of the same people again and again, taking a bit of time during your commute….
Street Outreach and the Pandemic: CDC Guidelines
It is possible to perform street outreach safely during the pandemic. When performing street outreach and adhering to CDC guidelines, we suggest maintaining six feet between yourself….
What to Keep in Mind
When you’re out on the street trying to be helpful to those in need, you may come across veterans. Keep in mind how we have all benefited from these individuals putting themselves in harm’s way….
Approach Carefully and Alertly: Street Safety
As a rule of thumb, always watch a person’s hands when you approach them. Don’t stare, but awareness is important. Your outreach buddy can be helpful here. It is extremely unlikely anyone will be dangerous….
Teen Video
In our experience here at Street Care, we have found that by age 14, many teenagers have the maturity necessary to perform street outreach. However, anyone under the age of 18 should always have written consent from a parent or guardian to bring with them….
