THEME: Challenges and Solutions in Caring for the Homeless in Our Community

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11th Annual Health Care Institute

Challenges and Solutions in Caring for the Homeless in Our Community
April 21-APRIL 23, 2026

Please review the Registration Policies

Location: Historic Menger Hotel, on the San Antonio RiverWalk $168/night room rate

The 11th Annual Healthcare Institute will convene a diverse group of stakeholders—community members, healthcare providers, nurses, social workers, counselors, educators, and students—to engage in meaningful dialogue on the issue of homelessness. Together, we will explore barriers to care, share best practices, and work toward developing more effective interventions, improved coordination of services, and a renewed commitment to addressing the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness.

We invite you to take part in this important conference—whether as an attendee, presenter, or vendor. Caring for this vulnerable population requires addressing a complex set of interconnected challenges, including limited access to healthcare and preventive services, untreated chronic conditions, heightened risks of mental health concerns and substance use disorders, food and housing insecurity, inadequate access to hygiene facilities, and increased exposure to violence and victimization. Overcoming these barriers demands strong community leadership and collaboration across sectors.

Conference Details

• Pre-Conference Workshop- $150 scheduled for April 21, 2026 Topic and Time TBA
• Conference – $375 Scheduled for April 22 & 23, 2026
  • Discounted conference fee for Undergraduate Student $50 and Graduate Student $100 – email gutierrezc8@uthscsa.edu to receive the discount, need to show student ID
• Fiesta San Antonio is a historic city wide celebration of our rich and diverse cultures. So come for the conference and Stay for Fiesta
• 5th Annual Fiesta Gala April 22, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM- Free with purchase of conference registration.  Bring a guest for $15 at the door $30.  This event is sponsored by IALNF/NL at the Menger Hotel with a silent auction, local performers, light hors d ‘oeuvres, cash bar, DJ & dancing

Continuing Education will be provided for Nurses, Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors and Psychologists

The University of Texas at San Antonio is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Nursing is approved by the Texas State Board of Socials Workers Examiners to provide Social Worker CE.

Centralized Training Infrastructure for Evidence Based Practices is an approved provider by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors