On this week's Ockham podcast Ben welcomes Kay Keane, Anthony Verrall and Shaun Jackson from Urban Village Medical Practice. Together they delve into the beginnings of Urban Village and discuss how the practice has progressed. Originally Urban Village focused on facilitating registration for homeless individuals in Manchester but has since expanded its scope to provide further assistance to the homeless population. The practice now offers a wide range of primary healthcare services along with other essential support. By following a ‘needs led’ approach Urban Village provides homeless individuals access to various professionals and services including drug and alcohol workers, counsellors, CPNs, nurses, GPs and midwives. Additionally, they offer referrals to secondary care services, housing advice agencies, and outreach programs.

 

Introduction (0:09)

 

How Urban Village started.. (0:58)

 

What has evolved within the practice (5:00)

 

Anthony shares his experience within the team.. (7:09)

 

Working together in one location.. (8:53)

 

Progress within integrated care.. (13:31)

 

How has Urban Village progressed? (14:34)

 

Outreach service van.. (16:41)

 

Kay’s thoughts on Urban Village.. (18:43)

 

What’s next for Urban Village? (20:34)

 

Where to find out more? (23:07)

 

Visit Charity Pathway charity organisation & Urban Village Medical Practice website & to find out more contact Kay Keane here. 

 

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