Permanent Supportive Housing for Those Experiencing Chronic Homelessness with High Health or Social Support Needs: A Scoping Review
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Permanent supportive housing (PSH) effectively sustains housing and improves health outcomes for individuals facing chronic homelessness. This housing model addresses complex needs and system failures, proving essential for preventing and ending homelessness.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
- Housing Policy
Background
- Chronic homelessness affects populations with complex health and social needs.
- System failures exacerbate homelessness.
- Permanent supportive housing (PSH) is a potential solution for improving outcomes.
Purpose Of The Study
- To conduct a scoping review of the literature on Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH).
- To understand the scope and themes of research on PSH for homeless populations.
Main Methods
- Utilized Arksey and O'Malley's methodological framework, enhanced by Levac and the Joanna Briggs Institute.
- Conducted a comprehensive search across multiple databases.
- Included 41 studies in the review.
Main Results
- PSH sustains housing for the majority of individuals.
- While costly, PSH implementation costs can be recouped.
- PSH fosters a sense of belonging and safety.
- Single-site programs present social challenges but offer efficiency and improved social networks.
- Visible on-site staff are crucial for individuals with the highest support needs.
Conclusions
- Permanent supportive housing is effective for individuals with significant health and social support needs.
- PSH is a necessary intervention to prevent and end homelessness.
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