Original research
by
Russell, Cayley et al
Release Date
2021
Geography
Canada
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
To elicit in-depth knowledge from PWUD with lived experience of accessing services to better understand their unmet treatment and service needs, towards closing the service and treatment gap in Ontario.
Findings/Key points
This study identified PWUD’ needs in relation to substance use service provision in Ontario, Canada, and highlighted important areas for policy change and program planning and implementation. Concrete recommendations include the development of a government-funded, low-barrier, comprehensive and integrated service delivery and referral models that include PWUD as collaborators and program facilitators to ensure that services are as accessible, effective, and cohesive as possible. Results from this study can be used to enhance provincial substance use treatment and service provision.
Design/methods
n=45 interviews
Keywords
Policy/Regulatory
Wrap-around services
Advocacy
About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Housing
Illegal drugs
Peer/PWLLE program involvement
Stigma
