Original research
par
Kelleher, Kelly et al
Date de publication
2021
Géographie
USA
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
In the present study, we piloted an adapted model of Housing First plus prevention services that was tailored to the needs of young adults (18–24 years) experiencing homelessness in the USA.
Constatations/points à retenir
The 21 largely minority youth represented a very high-risk group with marked rates of drug use and suicidal behavior along with few prospects for housing. By providing housing, utilities, SBOA and other preventive services, our sample was highly engaged in the support services, remained almost completely housed, and showed improvements in cognitive functioning and drug-related consequences in the short term. Total drug use trended lower.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
Single arm study n=21
Mots clés
Harm reduction
Wrap-around services
Social services
Outcomes
Poverty
Housing
Illegal drugs
Youth
Social benefits
