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Activating people to address their health care needs: learning from people with lived experience of chronic illness
- Authors:
- STANHOPE Victoria, HENWOOD Benjamin F.
- Journal article citation:
- Community Mental Health Journal, 50(6), 2014, pp.656-663.
- Publisher:
- Springer
One of the primary goals of health care reform is improving the quality and reducing the costs of care for people with co-morbid mental health and physical health conditions. One strategy is to integrate primary and behavioural health care through care coordination and patient activation. This qualitative study using community based participatory research methods informs the development of integrated care by presenting the perspectives of those with lived experience of chronic illnesses and homelessness. Themes presented include the internal and external barriers to addressing health needs and the key role of peer support in overcoming these barriers. (Edited publisher abstract)
Homelessness: a review of the social policy background and the role of occupational therapy
- Authors:
- MITCHELL Helen, JONES Derek
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 60(7), July 1997, pp.315-319.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This article introduces occupational therapists to some of the legislation regarding homelessness and to the research that has been conducted into current trends and the causes of the problem. Health-related issues and the help available for homeless people are highlighted. Finally, the role of occupational therapy as described in the literature is outlined.
Why is it important to consider so-called 'invisible' older people in UK healthcare?
- Authors:
- TINKER Anthea, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, 15(4), 2014, pp.187-196.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Design/methodology/approach: Using information obtained from academic literature, government statistics and other publications from relevant organisations, this paper discusses older people who are in groups that are not readily visible to policy makers and practitioners. The authors investigated one 'invisible' group each and comparisons and conclusions were then made collaboratively. The six underserved populations covered were older people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, those from LGBT communities, older prisoners, older people with chronic long-term mental health problems (in particular depression and dementia) and those who are homeless. The issues of health needs, access to health care and provision of services are discussed. Findings: Many groups of older people seem to be absent from statistics and from policy making. The paper suggests that there needs to be more research to identify the scale of any problems and how they may be solved. Practical implications: There are practical implications for health and social care professionals if they do not recognise that there are groups in society about whom little is known. Lack of knowledge and empathy may affect their approach to these groups. (Edited publisher abstract)
The mental health needs of homeless young people: bright futures; working with vulnerable young people
- Author:
- STEPHENS Jo
- Publisher:
- Mental Health Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 71p.bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
This report draws on current research into young homeless people as a specific subset of the homeless population. It examines their mental health needs and discusses approaches to meting those needs. The basic premise of the review is that insecure accommodation is injurious to mental and physical health.
Psychiatric disorders among the homeless: a comparison of older and younger groups
- Authors:
- DeMALLIE Diane A., NORTH Carol S., SMITH Elizabeth M.
- Journal article citation:
- Gerontologist, 37(1), February 1997, pp.61-66.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Looks at the differences between older and younger homeless subgroups by interviewing homeless people in the USA using the National Institute of Mental Health Diagnostic Interview Schedule. Results showed that 13 percent of the 600 men and 3 percent of the 300 women were in the older group. Compared with their younger counterparts, older subjects were more likely to be male and white, to report lower incomes and poorer health, and to meet criteria for lifetime alcohol-use disorder. Fewer older than younger subjects met criteria for lifetime drug use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. These findings suggest that older and younger people individuals have different vulnerabilities to homelessness.
Extending the "move-on" period for newly granted refugees: analysis of benefits and costs
- Author:
- PROVAN Bert
- Publisher:
- London School of Economics. Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Pagination:
- 52
- Place of publication:
- London
This report considers the impact of extending the current 28 day "move-on" period which is allowed to refugees, once they are awarded Leave to Remain in the UK to a period of 56 days. The move-on period allows for the continuation of Section 95 subsistence and accommodation grants from the Home Office for 28 days, with the aim that work and/or mainstream benefits can be secured, and alternative accommodation arranged, by the time this support is stopped. The report critically reviews evidence about current levels of destitution and homelessness amongst refugees, particularly those whose Section 95 support has recently ended. This evidence is then considered in terms of costs and possible benefits of extending the Section 95 accommodation and subsidy period to 56 days. Costs are from extending the S95 accommodation and support for the extra 28 days. Benefits are in terms of savings to public expenditure on services like health, mental health and prevention and relief of homelessness (including the provision of more expensive Local Authority temporary accommodation). The analysis estimates net benefits of changing the policy to range from approximately £4 million to £7 million pounds. (Edited publisher abstract)