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As a social worker, we must be knowledgeable about the domains and resources available to the clients. Since the homeless people are located downtown Mobile, there several resources that is accessible to the population such as Housing First 15th place that host a various programs includes a day shelter, serving as a one-stop center for offering services to the homeless. The University of South Alabama Student-Run Free Clinic (USA SRFC) is a student initiative with the purpose to enhance wellness in underserved and vulnerable population. There are other free clinics available to the homeless population like Mobile Co. Board of Health Clinic and the Franklin Memorial H E Savage Clinic. Other resources to service like shelters McKemie Place,

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