SORCe—An Integrative Model of Collaborative Support for People in Need

Frank Cattoni (), Duane Gillissie () and Heidi Fournier
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Frank Cattoni: SORCe
Duane Gillissie: SORCe
Heidi Fournier: Planning Section

Chapter Chapter 46 in Handbook Integrated Care, 2021, pp 803-812 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The Safe Communities Opportunity and Resource Centre (SORCe) is an innovative, multi-agency collaborative designed to address the complex health and social needs of homeless citizens in Calgary, Canada. The model is driven by a “Housing First” and inclusivity philosophy. The Calgary Police Service historically has been the backbone agency that supports SORCe. Complemented by 13 health care, justice and social service agencies, SORCe offers a wide range of integrated services to Calgary’s most vulnerable population. In operation since 2013, the centre sees increasing numbers of client visits per year. Positive outcomes for the homeless population as well as the justice and health systems have emerged. The model continues to evolve and grow, with the Cross Roads Centre as a recent example of connected initiatives. Collectively, these initiatives create an opportunity for real impact and successful reintegration of homeless people into the community.

Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-69262-9_46

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