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WebHomelessness affects a significant number of Canadians of all ages and is associated with a high burden of illness, yet the health care system may not adequately meet the needs of …

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What are the top 10 health issues homeless people face

WebThis blog was updated in 2021 to reflect new research and data. See the updated version here.. Over the past two decades, much research has been dedicated to …

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Social Inclusion Health Indicators: A Framework for Addressing the

WebSocial inclusion has been widely recognized as a key social determinant of health. The concept of social inclusion provides a useful means of better understanding how the …

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Top Ten Health Issues Facing Homeless People

Web7. Respiratory illness. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, bronchitis and other forms of respiratory disease are also common among people …

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Mental Health The Homeless Hub

WebMental Health. People with poor mental health are more susceptible to the three main factors that can lead to homelessness: poverty, disaffiliation, and personal vulnerability. …

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Hospital Discharge: Safe and Effective Models for People …

WebAs varying levels of government come to realize the extraordinary healthcare costs associated with homelessness, strategies for hospital discharge planning which focus on …

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Substance Use & Addiction The Homeless Hub

WebThe term “substance use” refers to all types of drug and alcohol use. It is used in place of the traditional label of “drug abuse” which perpetuates social stigma and judgment and …

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How Can We Improve Healthcare Access for the Homeless

WebA stand-out study in Canada – although the data is getting slightly dated now – is from Street Health in Toronto, entitled “Access to Primary Health Care Among Homeless …

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Mental Health and Homelessness in Canada The Homeless Hub

WebThe Mental Health Commission of Canada reported between 25-50% of the homeless population in Canada suffer from a mental illness (es). More critically, the …

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Dental/Oral Care The Homeless Hub

WebDental/Oral Care. Prolonged homelessness impacts dental and oral health. People experiencing homelessness cannot easily access basic dental services due to a lack of …

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Mental Health Care for Homeless Youth: A Demand for Action and …

Web85.4% of homeless youth were experiencing a mental health crisis. 42% of homeless youth reported at least one suicide attempt. 35.2% of homeless youth reported …

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New Research on the Reliability and Validity of the VI-SPDAT

WebWhat is Coordinated Assessment? Communities across the globe are adopting coordinated assessment in an effort to more efficiently allocate scarce housing resources …

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Outreach And Access To Services Mental health

WebOutreach And Access To Services Mental health. Outreach is the first step in developing relationships with the most disenfranchised people in Canada. It links people …

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At Home/Chez Soi The Homeless Hub

WebAt Home/Chez Soi is an innovative and ground-breaking study from the Mental Health Commission of Canada that is changing the way we view homelessness across the …

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Community Services The Homeless Hub

WebCommunity Services. Community Services refer to any programs delivered through non-profit or faith-based community organizations to assist people experiencing …

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Step-by Step: A Comprehensive Approach to Case Management

WebStep Two: Make professional development a priority. A comprehensive approach to case management includes developing clear expectations about the core skills and …

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Can Art Make a Difference

Web1. Advocacy: Youth experiencing homelessness and their allies can use the arts as a tool to amplify their voices in order to help decision-makers understand their …

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Education access for young women experiencing homelessness

Webresearch summary Education access for young women experiencing homelessness W hen schools and other social institutions (such as child welfare, justice, and health care

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Shelter from the Storm: Trauma-Informed Care in …

WebTrauma is widespread and affects people of every gender, age, race, sexual orientation, and background within homeless service settings. Early developmental trauma—including …

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2.3 CPHI Mental Health Mental Illness & Homelessness

WebMental health promotion “empowers people and communities to interact with their environments in ways that enhance emotional and spiritual strength” through strategies …

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