CDPH Issues Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Homeless Shelters

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) this week issued updated guidance to local health departments, shelter operators, and other interested parties on COVID-19 infection control guidance for clients in congregate shelters, including shelters for persons experiencing homelessness. The latest updates to the guidance align isolation and quarantine recommendations with general public guidance, update physical distancing recommendations, and add a section on outbreaks.

The updated guidance is available here.