População em situação de rua: projeto multiplicador em saúde bucal

Abstract

This paper describes the experience of a group of students from the Technical Course in Oral Health at the Technical School of Health in Brasília, in the development of actions aimed at training multiplier agents in oral health. With the intention of benefiting homeless people who were rescued, referred and admitted to the Vinde Vida Institution, educational activities were carried out to encourage the adoption of healthy habits. Through playful activities, music, videos, written activities, lectures and demonstration tables, a favorable environment for dialogue and reflection on the topics covered was created. It was also possible to develop supervised oral hygiene. Even with some obstacles, during the execution of the project, the work was completed successfully. Health education contributes significantly to those who seek to reestablish their autonomy and human dignity. All people, whatever their situation, are entitled to a chance to get back on their feet and the State has a duty to help them. In a way, the project sought to raise awareness that health is essential for a fresh start.