Innovating Care: The Integrated Approach Behind NHHA’s Community Care Campus Long Beach

National Healthcare and Housing Advisors (NHHA) has built its reputation on pioneering innovative solutions to address the interconnected crises of healthcare and housing across the nation. Rooted in expertise and driven by compassion, NHHA has developed a campus model that delivers a seamless, whole-person system of care that meets individuals where they are and empowers them to achieve lasting stability.

At the heart of this vision is the Long Beach Community Care Campus, a cornerstone of the NHHA System of Integrated Care™, offering comprehensive social services to seniors, families, and single-parent households—all under one roof. Through a collaborative and holistic approach, our programs will break down barriers and create opportunities for every individual to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Paul Leon, CEO of NHHA, shares: “The Community Care Campus is more than a building—it’s a lifeline. It’s where compassion meets innovation that transforms lives and strengthens our communities. I’m especially thrilled at this opportunity to serve Long Beach, a community close to my heart, and give back to the place that shaped me.”

What is the NHHA System of Integrated Care™

The NHHA System of Integrated Care™ is a continuum of care that provides a holistic approach to addressing the interconnected needs of vulnerable individuals by offering a spectrum of services tailored to their unique circumstances. We recognize that a single solution is rarely enough; instead, we provide a fully integrated network of support to ensure no one falls through the cracks. This approach is achieved not only through a coordinated effort, but through the technology of an integrated Electronic Health Record system and care management platform.

Key Components of Our Integrated Continuum of Care

Referral Pathways
Our team is committed to  meeting individuals where they are—whether on the streets, in shelters, or through referrals within the community. By collaborating with trusted partners and organizations, we ensure that individuals are seamlessly connected to essential services that address their specific needs. Through genuine connections and trust-building, our outreach remains inclusive, culturally responsive, and adaptable, ensuring no one is left behind.

Assessment and Case Management
Upon intake, each client undergoes a comprehensive assessment to identify their specific needs, from physical and mental health to substance use disorder counseling, housing, healthcare, behavioral health, and more. We work hand-in-hand with clients to create personalized care plans and guide them to available resources, ensuring they receive appropriate and effective support. Our team addresses client barriers and celebrates milestones along their journey. With a focus on building trust and resilience, we work to empower individuals to achieve long-term stability.

Stabilization & Healing
Many clients experiencing housing instability are referred to Recuperative Care, a core program that provides a safe and stable environment to heal after hospitalization. Clients benefit from a social community, skill-building workshops, and access to case management, housing services, and employment support. Connections to healthcare services such as primary care, behavioral health support, and substance use treatment are also available to participants of the program.

By partnering with healthcare providers, we ensure that clients experience continuity of care, even as they move into stable housing. This stage of their journey fosters both recovery and long-term stability and serves as a bridge between hospital and home, reducing unnecessary ER visits and healthcare costs by providing medical supervision, case management, and housing assistance while in our care.

The Pathway Home
For those facing homelessness, we provide access to safe and stable temporary housing options. Our transitional programs go a step further, helping clients develop life skills, financial literacy, and job readiness—key components for successfully transitioning into permanent housing.

Embracing the "Housing First" approach, we prioritize placing individuals into stable housing as a foundational step before tackling other challenges. To ensure long-term success, clients remain in Housing Tenancy & Sustaining services for up to a year, receiving ongoing support and resources in order to build a solid foundation. This approach empowers our clients to maintain housing stability and thrive within their communities.

The Impact of Our Integrated Continuum of Care

The NHHA Integrated Campus Model has proven to be a transformative force in the lives of those we serve:

• Increased Stability: Individuals experience fewer disruptions in housing, healthcare, and employment.

• Improved Health Outcomes: Integrated healthcare services lead to better management of chronic conditions and mental health challenges, thus reducing overall costs of the health care system

• Empowered Communities: Clients gain the tools and confidence needed to contribute positively to their communities.

The work we do at Community Care Campus Long Beach is made possible through collaboration and support from the NHHA team, our current partners at Encompass Housing, Whole Person Care Clinic, Care Closet LBC, Mercy Pharmacy Group , local stakeholders and residents, as well as our volunteers and donors.

Together, we can ensure that every individual has access to the comprehensive care they need to lead a fulfilling life.

For more information about current campus locations and active services, please visit the Community Care Campus website or contact us directly.