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Adverse childhood experiences and substance use history among vulnerable older adults living in public housing
- Authors:
- LARKIN Heather, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 60(6-7), 2017, pp.428-442.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Previous research shows strong correlations between adverse childhood experiences (ACE) and later life health. The current study examines the relationship between ACEs and substance use among older adults living in public housing. Results show that about one-third of participants had four or more ACEs, and ACE score predicted likelihood of substance use history. Over half of older adults with four or more ACEs experienced substance abuse in their lifetime compared to one out of ten older adults with less than four ACEs. Findings shed light on a vulnerable group and point to next steps in research and practice. (Publisher abstract)
A literature review on multiple and complex needs: lessons for policy and practice
- Authors:
- ROSENGARD Ann, et al
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Executive Social research
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 7p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
The Development Department of the Scottish Executive commissioned this literature review to inform its Multiple and Complex Needs Initiative which aims to improve services for people with multiple and complex needs. The purpose of the literature review was to collate and evaluate existing research evidence to understand the processes through which people with multiple and complex needs engage, or do not engage, with services to resolve their problems. A key focus of the review was to identify good practice in the light of the evidence. The main lessons learned from the review are highlighted and good practice case studies are presented.
Supporting People: folder 2: part 3: operational guidance
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Executive Development Department
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Executive Development Department
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 180p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Supporting People: Folder 1- strategic guidance: interim guidance
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Executive. Development Department
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Executive
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 94p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
The sustainable development agenda: the role of social services. SDG3 improving health and wellbeing
- Author:
- EUROPEAN SOCIAL NETWORK
- Publisher:
- European Social Network
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 12
- Place of publication:
- Belgium
A policy briefing which explains how social services can play an important role in providing preventative services to ensure good health and wellbeing at the local level. It is based on literature review, collection of practices and the outcomes of discussions at a working group meeting of the Social Services Network. The meeting was attended by representatives of social services from different EU countries, Canada, United States and Norway. Participants discussed strategies promoting the health and wellbeing of the population groups: children in care, older people, homeless people and people with substance misuse and addictions. For each target group, the paper presents key points and identifies challenges and opportunities facing social services in their promotion of wellbeing. The briefing also includes recommendations on successful health and wellbeing promotion for vulnerable populations with an emphasis on the role of social services in implementation. (Edited publisher abstract)
Costs and benefits of the supporting people programme: executive summary
- Author:
- WALES. Welsh Assembly Government
- Publisher:
- Wales. Welsh Assembly Government
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 8p.
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
The Supporting People programme was launched in April 2003 to help vulnerable people to gain and retain independence by remaining in their own home. Supporting People services can help prevent or defer more costly support services, such as residential or nursing home support, hospitalisation, or use of temporary accommodation. This study was commissioned by the Welsh Assembly Government to measure the costs and benefits of the Supporting People programme. The research combined desk-based literature reviews, stakeholder consultation and economic modelling. Data were collected on costs and numbers of service users in the financing year 2005-2006. The following client groups were looked at: women seeking refuge from domestic violence; people with learning disabilities; people with mental health problems; people with alcohol dependency; problem drug users; young single homeless and young people leaving care; ex-offenders; homeless or potentially homeless people; and older people. The modelled savings to the public purse were grouped into the following thematic areas: health; independent living; social care; homelessness; and crime. The total financial benefits as a result of Supporting People modelled in this study were £180,064,389. This compares to a total modelled spend of £107,091,845. It should be noted that the model adopts a cautious approach to estimating the impact of Supporting People on the public purse and the findings can be considered to be conservative.
Costs and benefits of the supporting people programme
- Author:
- WALES. Welsh Assembly Government
- Publisher:
- Wales. Welsh Assembly Government
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 33p.
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
The Supporting People programme was launched in April 2003 to help vulnerable people to gain and retain independence by remaining in their own home. Supporting People services can help prevent or defer more costly support services, such as residential or nursing home support, hospitalisation, or use of temporary accommodation. This study was commissioned by the Welsh Assembly Government to measure the costs and benefits of the Supporting People programme. The research combined desk-based literature reviews, stakeholder consultation and economic modelling. Data were collected on costs and numbers of service users in the financing year 2005-2006. The following client groups were looked at: women seeking refuge from domestic violence; people with learning disabilities; people with mental health problems; people with alcohol dependency; problem drug users; young single homeless and young people leaving care; ex-offenders; homeless or potentially homeless people; and older people. The modelled savings to the public purse were grouped into the following thematic areas: health; independent living; social care; homelessness; and crime. The total financial benefits as a result of Supporting People modelled in this study were £180,064,389. This compares to a total modelled spend of £107,091,845. It should be noted that the model adopts a cautious approach to estimating the impact of Supporting People on the public purse and the findings can be considered to be conservative.
A literature review on multiple and complex needs
- Authors:
- ROSENGARD Ann, et al
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Executive Social research
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 139p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
The aim of this research was to review the evidence from the research literature on service provision for people with multiple and complex needs. Five key objectives of the literature review were: to examine definitions of ‘multiple and complex needs’ and to identify client groups who are identified as having these needs; to explore people’s awareness of services and options; to explore factors affecting access to services; to examine service users’ experiences; and to identify best practice in service provision and lessons for implementation. Before conducting literature searches 15 key informants were consulted, and, during the project, a focus group was conducted with research and policy staff within the Scottish Executive in March 2006.
Misuse and abuse of alcohol, illicit drugs and psychoactive medication in older people
- Authors:
- BLOW Frederick C., OSLIN David W., BARRY Kristen L.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(1), Spring 2002, pp.50-58.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Misuse of illicit drugs and psychoactive medication, as well as alcohol cause problems among older people, but to a lesser extent. These substances have particular effects on older people who are especially vulnerable to them. This article argues that clinicians and researchers must change the way they think about the risks of use of these substances by this segment of the population.