Skid Row Report: A Ground-Level Look at Health & Human Needs
By Health Matters Clinic
This report provides an on-the-ground view of the health challenges, barriers, and community needs faced by residents of Skid Row, Los Angeles. Drawing from direct survey responses and our mobile health outreach, it shares key data and personal experiences that highlight the urgent need for improved healthcare access, housing, and social support in this densely populated unhoused community.
Whether you’re a policymaker, healthcare provider, advocate, or concerned community member, this report aims to inform and inspire action toward better solutions for those living in Skid Row.
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Inside the report, you’ll find: • Data on access to care, chronic and infectious diseases, and service utilization • Firsthand perspectives from individuals experiencing homelessness • Key statistics on barriers to care, including mistrust, transportation, and insurance issues • Insights into the impact of street medicine and mobile health services • Community-identified priority needs, such as food, housing, and mental health support