Illinois Medical Respite Network Guide

About the Network Guide

The Illinois Medical Respite Network Guide is a resource for hospitals, health centers, and community partners to identify Medical Respite programs across Illinois that support people experiencing homelessness during recovery from acute illness or injury. The guide was developed through the Illinois Medical Respite Capacity Building Initiative, convened by Illinois Public Health Institute and made possible through funding by the Illinois Office to Prevent and End Homelessness.

The Network Guide provides a centralized directory of Medical Respite programs across Illinois and includes program contact information, referral resources, websites, and other details to help organizations identify potential referral options. The guide will continue to be updated as new programs become available.

How to Use the Network Guide

Use the filters and search features to find programs that best fit your needs. Programs are currently listed in alphabetical order but can be filtered by:

  • Status – View programs based on their current operational status.

  • Location – Find programs by geographic area.

  • Accessibility – Identify programs based on available accessibility features.

  • Search – Use the search bar to find programs by keyword or specific criteria.

  • Model of care – Explore programs based on their approach to providing Medical Respite services. Models of Medical Respite care are reflected in the image below. Learn more about the models of care from the National Health Care for the Homeless Council.

Medical Respite Referrals

Tips for Success from Patient Identification to Admission

Video Agenda:
Overview of the Illinois Medical Respite Capacity Building Initiative, Referral Process [11:11-17:35], Case Examples (Pre/Post Operative, Wound Vac, Chemotherapy, Chronic Conditions) [17:36-31:43], Referral Coordination [31:43-34:15], Admission to Medical Respite [34:15-37:10], Questions [37:10-52:31], Future Sessions [52:31-53:18]

From identifying potential patients to completing the admission process, a strong referral pathway is key to connecting people experiencing homelessness with Medical Respite care.

Watch this video for practical tips and strategies to support successful Medical Respite referrals.

For more information about Medical Respite, visit iphionline.org/medical-respite

Explore the Illinois Medical Respite Network Guide: