Shelter and Housing PubMed

A study focused on the sexual victimization of street-connected children in Bangladesh reveals alarming rates of abuse. Researchers surveyed 592 children in Dhaka, with 32 participating in detailed interviews. The study found that 75% of participants experienced forced kissing, 99% encountered in...

Most older adults in Europe prefer to age in their own homes, but this is not always possible or desirable due to factors like financial constraints, lack of support, or sudden life changes. Alternatives such as co-housing, naturally occurring retirement communities (NORCs), sheltered housing, an...

Unsheltered people experiencing homelessness (PEH) in the U.S. face high rates of illegal drug use and overdose, influenced by their marginalized status. A study in Baltimore City explored how these individuals perceive and navigate their drug use environments, which include public, semi-public, ...

Residential long-term care facilities, known as “board and care” homes in California, are closing rapidly. Supporters argue these homes are essential for providing housing and care for the poor, while critics believe they promote the institutionalization of people with disabilities and should be ...

Homelessness poses a significant health crisis in the U.S., with racial disparities complicating the issue. A study examined Black-to-White disparities in homelessness across 259 urban and suburban communities, highlighting that Black individuals are five times more likely to experience homelessn...

A retrospective study examined factors influencing prolonged evacuation among patients receiving home-visit psychiatric nursing services after the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake in Japan. The study analyzed data from 115 patients, with a mean age of 53.3 years, focusing on demographic, mental hea...

Youth experiencing homelessness (YEH) face significant trauma and stress, leading to negative emotions and impulsive behaviors. Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) have shown promise in improving coping and emotional regulation, yet none have been specifically tailored for YEH. A pilot study t...

A study assessed the impact of concerns about sustainable food and the future on anxiety levels among individuals living in an earthquake zone. Conducted with 554 participants affected by the February 2023 earthquake, the research collected data using a socio-demographic questionnaire and a state...

A study examined the links between noise sensitivity, insomnia, and sleep quality among earthquake survivors living in temporary shelters. The research involved 606 adults and utilized various assessment tools, including the Weinstein Noise Sensitivity Scale and the Basic Scale on Insomnia Sympto...

Young people aged 13-24, especially those experiencing homelessness, face a high risk of HIV infection. This study aims to enhance access to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for youth in a homeless shelter-associated clinic. Using a model for improvement framework, the researchers conducted mu...

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is being studied as a treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD), but its neuropsychological effects remain unclear. A study involving 30 recently detoxified AUD patients examined how rTMS affects event-related potentials (ERPs) during tasks desig...

Operation Safer Ground (OSG) was established in California to support people experiencing homelessness (PEH) during the COVID-19 pandemic. In March 2020, an executive order allowed local governments to access emergency funding to address the pandemic’s impact on PEH. Alameda County Health utilize...

A study developed a model to analyze housing interventions for unsheltered individuals with serious mental illness in New York City. Using a four-state Markov model, researchers examined the movement of this population into and out of housing, utilizing data from the U.S. Census and the Departmen...

Five mobile One Health clinics were launched in Pima County, Arizona, from October 2023 to February 2024, to provide integrated health services to people experiencing homelessness (PEH) and their pets. Located in accessible areas like parks, libraries, and shelters, these clinics aimed to reduce ...

A study evaluated the impact of a low-barrier, noncongregate shelter on the psychological well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness in a small Northern California city in 2023. Researchers surveyed 106 of the 170 shelter residents nine months after the shelter opened, focusing on five a...

A study conducted in the Aftit refugee camp in Ethiopia assessed the mental health and medication adherence of Sudanese refugees with chronic illnesses. Out of 231 randomly selected participants, 48.1% showed symptoms of depression, while 48.5% exhibited anxiety. Only 42% adhered to their medicat...

A study in the Netherlands examined interprofessional collaboration among healthcare, social care, and public sector professionals addressing problematic drinking. Researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with 22 professionals to gather insights on their experiences and perceptions. Findi...

A study conducted in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, examined the link between housing quality and health outcomes among 3,120 families living below the poverty line. The research evaluated 13,742 individuals and gathered data regarding demographics, housing conditions, and health issues within the past ...

A study in Lansing, Michigan, found that individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness have a significantly higher prevalence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) compared to those in shelters. Out of 102 participants, 73.5% reported at least one TBI, with 90% of unsheltered respondents indicating...

A randomized attention-controlled trial is underway to assess the effectiveness of the MY-RIDE intervention aimed at improving HIV prevention and reducing substance use among homeless youth aged 18-25. This study targets the higher risk of HIV infection and the prevalence of suicide and overdose ...

Homelessness is linked to various social determinants of health, including poverty, racism, and limited healthcare access, which are worsened by health issues. The street medicine movement aims to provide direct medical care and harm reduction services to unsheltered homeless individuals in acces...

A study published in the journal Substance Use & Addiction highlights the potential of overdose detection technologies (ODT), specifically restroom sensors, to help address the U.S. overdose crisis. Most fatal overdoses occur without witnesses, making community interventions critical. Researc...

Palliative care for people experiencing homelessness (PEH) is increasingly recognized as a pressing social issue. A study analyzed 75 Canadian policy documents related to palliative care and homelessness to assess how policymakers address this concern. The findings revealed that 42 documents lack...

Women and children facing domestic and family violence (DFV) often have complex health needs and barriers to accessing care, which can increase their risk of homelessness. A rapid review identified outreach primary health care programs for these individuals in middle- and high-income countries. R...

A study examined how social determinants of health (SDoH) affect health outcomes for people of Black ethnicities living with HIV in England. Researchers conducted questionnaires, focus groups, and interviews with 340 participants, finding three main SDoH patterns: livelihood, shelter/displacement...

A new 12-week intervention study called “Bupe by the Book” aims to improve access to opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment for individuals experiencing homelessness. Conducted in San Diego, California, this pilot randomized controlled trial partners the San Diego Public Library with Father Joe’s Vi...

The number of adults aged 65 and older experiencing homelessness in the U.S. is expected to nearly triple by 2030. This group faces significantly higher rates of chronic and mental illnesses compared to the general population, with health conditions resembling those of individuals at least 20 yea...

Initiatives that connect health care and housing services for people experiencing homelessness (PEH) have four key dimensions: aligning client preferences with practical options, maintaining ongoing interaction, reaching out where clients are, and co-locating services. A study based on interviews...

A study analyzed the effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Medicaid eligibility expansion on enrollment among individuals experiencing homelessness in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Using administrative data from January 2011 to December 2016, researchers performed interrupted time-series analys...

A peer-led initiative targeting unhoused individuals in West Midlands, England, successfully established a rapid hepatitis C virus (HCV) test and treatment pathway. A trained peer worker collaborated with local healthcare providers to set up testing events at homeless shelters. They offered point...

A study examines the use of paper-based materials for designing temporary emergency shelters for forcibly displaced persons due to natural disasters and conflicts. The research features the development of five full-scale prototypes as part of the TECH (Transportable Emergency Cardboard House) pro...

Homelessness in Denmark presents serious health challenges, with marginalized groups facing barriers to healthcare despite the country’s robust welfare system. A study analyzed registry data from 1,242 users of a low-threshold healthcare service at Copenhagen’s open drug scene over seven years (2...

Older adults who have experienced homelessness are particularly vulnerable to loneliness, which can lead to serious health issues. A study analyzed data from 385 participants in the HOPE HOME study, conducted in Oakland, California, between January 2015 and February 2023. The majority of particip...

A study published in the International Journal of Mental Health Nursing explored the experiences of adolescent survivors of earthquakes using the photovoice method. The research involved 15 adolescents, ages 12 to 16, who lived in temporary container cities after their homes were destroyed or sev...

Patients in a new mental health facility reported that the physical care environment significantly influenced their sense of safety and well-being. The study involved 14 adult patients who participated in a photovoice methodology, capturing images of their surroundings and sharing their experienc...

Veterans facing homelessness encounter significant obstacles in accessing traditional U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care, even when temporarily sheltered on VA grounds. To address this issue, an encampment medicine team was established at the West Los Angeles VA. This team aimed to pro...

A study in Hamilton, Ontario, examined the impact of service restrictions on individuals experiencing homelessness who were denied access to emergency shelters. Researchers interviewed 20 participants who faced these restrictions and reviewed their medical records from 2018 to 2021. On average, p...

Persons experiencing housing instability (PEHIs) face significant health risks and often have poor health outcomes, high use of clinical services, and increased mortality. A study conducted through focus groups at two homeless shelters in Kentucky examined how Medicaid managed care organizations ...