Circle the City

This week, we’re shining a light on Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week—a time to reflect on the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County. Trauma leaves more than emotional scars. For those without stable housing, it often leads to mental health conditions and maladaptive coping mechanisms, creating barriers for healing and stability. At Circle the City, our Mental Health Street Medicine Team focuses on bringing compassionate care directly to those in need—offering mental health support, building trust, and paving a path to hope and healing. Together, we can create lasting change.? #HungerAndHomelessnessAwarenessWeek #Circlethecity #Homeless #Maricopacounty

Designate Circle the City for your AZ Charitable Tax Credit! Arizona has increased the limits for dollar-for-dollar tax credit donation. This year, individuals can donate up to $470, and joint filers up to $938, all while supporting Circle the City’s mission to provide life-changing healthcare for all individuals facing homelessness in Maricopa County. Your gift makes a powerful impact—and now, you can give more while receiving the same tax benefit. Don’t wait—make a difference today.? Donate now at circlethecity.org. Circle the City Tax ID; 26-2420730; Qualifying Charitable Organization Code: 20693 #aztaxcredit #tax #holiday #circlethecity #homeless

A startling reality: Nearly 1 in 4 individuals tested at our STI Clinic is diagnosed with Hepatitis C. This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a call to action. Hepatitis C often goes undetected, silently putting individuals at risk for liver damage, cancer, and unknowingly transmitting the virus to others. Through regular testing at our clinic, we’re changing this narrative. Early detection = prevention + treatment. By catching these cases early: ??Individuals can access lifesaving and potentially curative care. ??We reduce the spread of the virus in the community. ??Future risks, like liver cancer, are mitigated before they begin. At Circle the City, our approach combines compassionate care with innovation. We're tackling this public health challenge head-on by offering free Hepatitis C screenings alongside other vital sexual health services. ????STI Clinic Details: When: Thursdays, 8 AM – Noon Where: Downtown Family Health Center, Phoenix, AZ Hepatitis C is preventable. It’s treatable. And with community-wide efforts, it’s a problem we can solve. Let’s take action—together. Back row: Luis Hernandez, Elijah Seidman, & Dr William Ellert. Front row: Sharon D., Jocelyn Cooks, Debby Mahon, Christianna Reinhardt & Rafael Martinez. #HepCPrevention #PublicHealthInnovation #CircleTheCity #HealingHomelessness #CommunityHealthImpact

This month, we’re proud to recognize Betsy DesJarlais, Kate Chandler, LCSW, Concepcion Arenas, Jocelyn Cooks, Inice Carpenter, Juwanda Smith, Roxy Ortiz, and Christianna Reinhardt as our?Employees of the Month. ? This incredible team at the Downtown Family Health Center went above and beyond to care for a patient during one of the most challenging and emotional situations we’ve faced. Their compassion, teamwork, and dedication to treating the patient with dignity and respect embody what Circle the City is all about. ? Thank you for your professionalism and for showing us what it means to lead with heart. We’re so grateful for everything you do. ? ? #CircleTheCity #CompassionateCare #Teamwork #EmployeesOfTheMonth

This week, we celebrate our incredible nurse practitioners. Their expertise, compassion, and dedication are at the heart of our mission of caring for all individuals facing homelessness in Maricopa County. Thank you to these talented providers for uplifting our patients with your clinical excellence and empathy. We're honored to have NPs as part of our team at Circle the City, improving lives every day. #nursepractitionerweek #nursesrock #healthcare #missiondriven #circlethecity #phx #arizona #gratitude #appreciation #np #nurse #nurselife #health #compassion #empathy #expertise #dedication #uplift #changeagent

Yesterday, Circle the City had the honor of being named a finalist at the ACE Awards, celebrating Arizona’s top private and fastest-growing companies. It was a powerful reminder of the incredible impact local businesses have on our state—creating thousands of jobs, driving economic growth, and building a stronger, more connected community. Being in a room filled with organizations that share a commitment to Arizona’s future was inspiring. We’re grateful to be recognized alongside these outstanding companies and excited to continue our work supporting our community. Thank you to the ACE Awards for bringing us together to celebrate what makes Arizona thrive. #ACEAwards #ArizonaBusinessExcellence #Community Left to Right: Barbara Mitchell, SPHR , Kim Despres, Wendy Nelson , and Liz Smith.

We’re so grateful to have Wilton and our amazing team creating a welcoming, comforting space for our patients. Thank you, Gayle Bass, for stopping by and sharing this glimpse into what we do at Circle the City. It’s the little things—like a home-cooked meal—that make a big difference for those facing homelessness. #MedicalRespiteCare #PhoenixNonprofit #HomelessHealthcare

Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Behavioral Health Consultant at Circle the City looks like? Watch Dr. Brooke DeBoy share her experiences working with our incredible team, supporting patients facing homelessness, and making a real impact every day. If you’re passionate about compassionate care and mental health, check it out—you might just find your next career move here with us. #JoinOurTeam #BehavioralHealth #CircleTheCity https://lnkd.in/gd6cvv92

Last week, Circle the City had the honor of hosting a captivating lecture by National Geographic Explorer, Nalini Nadkarni, renowned tree ecologist. In collaboration with the Mesa Arts Center, Nadkarni's lecture was the first of a series of inspiring programs. Nalini is a tree ecologist, and her work focuses on the vital role trees play in our ecosystem. With a passion for bridging science and community, she travels to various communities such as prisons, senior centers, and schools, spending her time connecting with the community. We were grateful to welcome her to the Midtown Medical Respite Center, creating a space for our patients and staff to connect with the wonders of the natural world. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this event possible. We’re excited to bring more opportunities like this to our Circle the City in the future. #phoenixnonprofit #Homelessness

As we enter the holiday season, multiple volunteer opportunities are available across our clinical sites. Circle the City values our dedicated volunteers who generously share their time, talents, and ideas at our Medical Respite Centers. We’re committed to matching volunteers with projects that align with their interests and skills. ? There are many ways to make a difference with us! Our volunteers play a crucial role in helping us maintain efficient operations, enabling us to provide the best possible care for those we serve. ? If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to Leslie Friedman at?[email protected]. She can provide more details on current projects, available dates, and locations. We’re also eager to hear any innovative ideas or experiences from other organizations you may have. ? We deeply appreciate your ongoing support of Circle the City and our mission. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community. #phoenixnonprofit #Homelessness