Health Care for the Homeless

What Health Care for the Homeless does

Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) is a Baltimore-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1985 that delivers integrated health care, housing support, and advocacy exclusively to people experiencing homelessness in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and across Maryland. The organization operates three fixed clinic sites (the main 421 Fallsway headquarters in downtown Baltimore, a West Baltimore location, and a Baltimore County clinic), a mobile health vehicle, a Street Medicine Program that brings care directly to encampments and outdoor dwellings, and partner-site services at locations such as Doxa Ministries. In the most recent year it reports serving more than 11,000 individuals, supported by a workforce of approximately 230 staff split across 140 clinical providers and 90 administrative and support personnel.

The clinical and social service portfolio spans primary care, dental care (at Fallsway, West Baltimore, Our Daily Bread Employment Center, and now Baltimore County on Fridays), behavioral health and substance use treatment including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), harm reduction services, obstetrics and pediatrics, cancer screening (breast, cervical via HPV self-collection, and colorectal), benefits enrollment assistance, and supportive housing navigation through 60+ landlord partnerships. HCH co-develops permanent supportive housing (including Sojourner Place at Argyle Avenue, Oliver, and Park with Episcopal Housing Corporation, totaling over 100 units). Underlying technology consists of athenahealth as the patient portal/EHR vendor, participation in the CRISP statewide health information exchange, and standard collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams) for virtual programming. The organization is Joint Commission accredited for behavioral and ambulatory care and recognized as a Patient Centered Medical Home by both the Joint Commission and NCQA.

Revenue is generated through a four-stream nonprofit model: (1) healthcare services reimbursement billed to Medicaid, Medicare, and other insurance for a largely uninsured/underinsured client base; (2) federal grant funding as an FQHC from HRSA and the Bureau of Primary Health Care; (3) contracts with Baltimore City and Baltimore County for housing, opioid response, and community health programs; and (4) individual and corporate donations and fundraising events (the annual Chocolate Affair gala raised $300K+ in 2022). Services are provided regardless of ability to pay on a free or reduced-cost basis. The organization is led by President & CEO Kevin Lindamood and a senior team that includes a Chief Medical Officer, Chief Behavioral Health Officer, and dedicated directors for outreach, nursing, dental, public policy, and equity and engagement.

Name

Health Care for the Homeless

Legal name

Health Care for the Homeless

Website

https://hchmd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Health Care for the Homeless is a Baltimore-based nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center, founded in 1985, that provides integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, housing, and advocacy services to over 11,000 people experiencing homelessness annually across Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services for People Experiencing Homelessness

NAICS

Health Care and Social Assistance (62), Community Housing Services (62422), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mobile & Street Medicine Primary Care Programs (HLAFAGAH), Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC), Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Homeless health care
• Federally qualified health center
• Supportive housing services
• Behavioral health treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Healthcare Services Reimbursement: Revenue from providing healthcare services billed to Medicaid, Medicare, and other insurance programs for patients who are largely uninsured or underinsured
2. Federal Grant Funding: Funding as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) from Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and Bureau of Primary Health Care
3. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events including the annual Chocolate Affair fundraiser which raised over $300,000 in 2022
4. Government Contracts: Contracts with Baltimore City and Baltimore County for housing services, opioid response, and community health programs

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Health Care for the Homeless is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing integrated health care, housing, and advocacy services to people experiencing homelessness in Baltimore and Maryland. Service offerings include primary medical care, dental care, behavioral health and substance use treatment (including medication-assisted treatment), supportive housing placement, benefits enrollment, cancer screening, pediatrics, and obstetrics, delivered across multiple fixed clinic locations, a Mobile Health Vehicle, and a Street Medicine Program that brings care directly to encampments. Services are provided regardless of ability to pay.

Product overview

Health Care for the Homeless is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing a comprehensive suite of integrated health and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness in Baltimore and Maryland. The organization operates multiple clinic locations (downtown Baltimore at 421 Fallsway, West Baltimore, and Baltimore County) offering primary care, dental care, behavioral health/substance use treatment, and obstetrics. Key programs include the Street Medicine Program (mobile care delivered directly to encampments), mobile health services, and a housing services program partnering with 60+ landlords. Additional services include benefits enrollment assistance, cancer screening (cervical, breast, colorectal), HPV self-collection, pediatrics, and support groups. The organization also engages in advocacy and policy work at local, state, and federal levels. Services are supported by Joint Commission accreditation, PCMH recognition, and various HRSA quality awards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Health Care Services
• Street Medicine Program Mobile health care service that brings medical care, outreach, and harm reduction services directly to people experiencing homelessness in encampments, tents, and other places they are staying in Baltimore City and County.
• Mobile Health Services
• Baltimore County Dental Services Dental services offered every Friday at the Baltimore County clinic, including single-tooth exams with localized X-ray, fillings, and extractions, expanding geographic access to dental care.
• Dental Services Dental care including preventive care, restorative care, extractions, and dentures available at multiple locations for people experiencing homelessness.
• Behavioral Health Services Mental health and substance use treatment services including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), psychiatric services, therapy, and support groups for clients.
• Supportive Housing Services Housing assistance programs including partnerships with 60+ landlords across Baltimore City and County, permanent supportive housing, and housing navigation services to help clients find and maintain stable housing.
• HPV Self-Collection HPV self-collection swab for cervical cancer screening, allowing clients to complete the test themselves without a pelvic exam, available in MAT and Mobile clinics.
• Cancer Screening Services Cancer prevention and screening services including colorectal cancer screening, breast cancer screening (mammograms), and cervical cancer screening (HPV testing).
• Support Groups Client support groups including Stress Reduction Yoga, Mindfulness with Art, and other wellness activities offered at the Downtown clinic.

Quantifiable outcome

• 11,000 people helped annually move toward health and stability
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Baltimore County GovernmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership and MOU allowing HCH to use an existing dental suite on-site at Baltimore County during designated times. Enables expanded dental services closer to where county clients live.
• Cora House (Landlord Partner)minorOthers · 1 January 2026Individual landlord who has partnered with HCH for more than a decade. Provides housing units for formerly homeless clients with case management support.
• Stern Properties / Jonathan Stern (Landlord Partner)minorOthers · 1 January 2026Family has partnered with HCH for over three decades, instrumental in Baltimore's early efforts to house people quickly. Works with voucher programs and dedicated HCH staff.
• Doxa Ministries Church Without WallsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Partner site hosting mobile clinic for voter registration drives and community outreach events.
• ConstellationminorOthers · 1 January 2026Corporate sponsor of annual Flu Vaccine & Coat Drive, providing winter coats for clients who receive flu vaccinations.
• WellpointminorOthers · 1 January 2026Corporate partner providing breakfast for community mental health events at HCH locations.
• Episcopal Housing CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Co-owner and co-developer of Sojourner Place housing developments (at Argyle Avenue, Oliver, and Park). HCH provides screening, referral, and onsite supportive services at housing properties. Partnership has created over 100 units of permanent supportive housing.
• United Way of Central MarylandminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2025Partner at Sojourner Place housing development that outfitted units with bedding, linens, cleaning supplies and pantry essentials for new residents.
• Towner Management Co. Inc.minorOthers · 1 January 2025Property management company that manages Sojourner Place housing units and welcomes new residents.
• Johns Hopkins School of NursingminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2024Host venue for 2024 premiere of 'Taking Care: Portraits from Baltimore' documentary. Educational partnership providing learning opportunities for nursing students.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Project Renewal: New York-based nonprofit operating primary care clinics, mobile medical vans, and supportive housing specifically for people experiencing homelessness. Closely comparable care model combining street medicine, clinical services, and housing placement.
• Camillus Health Concern: Miami-based FQHC delivering primary, dental, and behavioral health care to people experiencing homelessness, including street medicine and mobile outreach. Operates with the same FQHC funding model and homeless-focused mission as HCH.
• Colorado Coalition for the Homeless: Denver-based FQHC Look-Alike providing integrated health care, housing, and advocacy for people experiencing homelessness. Highly comparable integrated model, including street outreach, primary care clinics, and permanent supportive housing.
• Health Care for the Homeless - Houston: Houston's standalone Health Care for the Homeless is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and street outreach to people experiencing homelessness. Directly comparable to HCH in mission, FQHC funding model, and integrated services.
• Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program: BHCHP is the largest and most established nonprofit health care organization for homeless individuals in the U.S., operating clinics, street teams, and respite programs in Boston. It mirrors HCH's integrated medical, behavioral health, and housing model for people experiencing homelessness.

Regional players

• Family Health Centers of Baltimore: Federally Qualified Health Center operating multiple clinical sites across Baltimore City serving underserved populations. Comparable FQHC peer in the same geographic market, though not exclusively focused on homelessness.
• Chase Brexton Health Care: Maryland FQHC providing primary care, behavioral health, and supportive services across Baltimore and surrounding counties. Comparable FQHC operating model and geography, with overlap in serving underserved populations.

Emerging players

• Healthcare for the Homeless - New York: New York-based FQHC exclusively serving homeless and unstably housed individuals with clinics and outreach teams. Direct mission overlap with HCH and similar FQHC funding structure.

Others

• Health Care for the Homeless - Maryland (HHH): NOTE: This entity appears to overlap with the subject. Listed only as a state-level housing/homeless services reference. Comparable only as a regional policy and advocacy stakeholder.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities of Baltimore: Regional nonprofit social services organization operating shelter, housing, and supportive service programs for people experiencing homelessness in Baltimore. Comparable in advocacy, housing navigation, and case management functions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/hchmd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/health-care-for-the-homeless
• Instagraminstagram.com/hchomeless/?hl=en
• Xx.com/hchomeless

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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