ABQ Times

The inaugural "Unite Us" Summit took place today, in collaboration with Bernalillo County, the City of Albuquerque, community leaders, and Unite Us staff. The event gathered around 100 professionals from 50 different organizations, including community service providers, government agencies, and healthcare providers. The purpose was to network and learn about a new platform designed to enhance support for vulnerable populations.

Unite Us aims to improve the support system for unhoused and vulnerable communities by connecting healthcare providers, non-profits, and other key partners through a single system. This unified platform seeks to streamline care and simplify referrals to connect people with resources efficiently.

"Unite Us creates a continuity of care between providers, ensuring the client feels heard and at the center of an organization instead of walking through each door and having to tell their story repeatedly," said Sarah Spain, Bernalillo County Transition Planning Services Manager.

The summit was held at Los Duranes Community Center where providers registered for the platform. Attendees participated in panel discussions and networking sessions while learning about the platform's capabilities.

"We are grateful to our partners and the community for making this inaugural summit a success," stated Ellen Braden, Health, Housing and Homelessness Deputy Director. "We are excited to be a part of a better, more streamlined continuum of care that serves our community."

"This is a powerful example of our community working together to build a system that supports the most vulnerable," remarked Mayor Tim Keller. "Through this summit, providers and nonprofits continue building a system of care that connects those in need to services."