OPAL
(Olmsted Partnership for Assistance and Lifelines)
Our mission is to develop privacy-first software that empowers public health authorities, researchers, and community groups to implement innovative digital solutions across a variety of health needs. By making our code freely available, we aim to address challenges beyond pandemics and support long-term improvements in public health infrastructure. Through this approach, we enable communities to adopt tailored solutions that meet their unique requirements while prioritizing the privacy and security of their data.
In partnership with the Zumbro Valley Medical Society, we are building the Olmsted Partnership for Assistance and Lifelines (OPAL) using Nostr, a decentralized protocol designed to ensure secure and private communication. OPAL is designed to bridge communication between healthcare providers, social service agencies, and homeless patients. By leveraging Nostr, OPAL enhances the practice of Street Medicine by coordinating care and case management, ensuring that patients receive holistic and seamless support as they transition through the health and housing continuums. By connecting individuals directly with care teams, OPAL fosters better health outcomes, improved quality of life, and greater accessibility to services for those who are unsheltered.