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    • Public Health
    • Social Work

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    • The HeLP Patient Legal Clinic was established in March 2014 to provide legal assistance.
    • Public hospital patients often face health-related legal problems.
    • Understanding patient and social worker experiences is crucial for service improvement.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the initial six months of the HeLP Patient Legal Clinic's operation.
    • To explore patient and social worker experiences with the integrated legal service.
    • To identify factors contributing to the service's effectiveness.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative study employing grounded theory.
    • Interviews with 13 patients and 10 next of kin.
    • Focus group discussions with 19 referring social workers.

    Main Results:

    • Locating legal services within the hospital's social work department facilitated access.
    • A collaborative, team-based approach improved patient outcomes.
    • Legal advice reduced patient anxiety, improving focus on health concerns.

    Conclusions:

    • Integrated legal services in hospitals are effective.
    • Team-based approaches enhance patient care and outcomes.
    • Addressing legal issues positively impacts patient well-being and health management.