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Housing issues of persons with AIDS

K A Bonuck1, E Drucker

  • 1Department of Epidemiology and Social Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Yeshiva University, Bronx, New York 10467-2490, USA.

Journal of Urban Health : Bulletin of the New York Academy of Medicine
|July 15, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Stable housing significantly impacts the health of people with HIV/AIDS. Stress from housing instability and bureaucratic hurdles negatively affects T-cell counts and energy levels.

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Housing needs of persons with HIV and AIDS in New York State.

Journal of health & social policy·2001

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Social Determinants of Health
  • Health Disparities

Background:

  • Housing status is a critical factor influencing the health outcomes and care of individuals with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS).
  • Vulnerable populations, including substance users, ex-offenders, those with a history of homelessness, and rural/migrant workers, face unique housing challenges.
  • Understanding these specific needs is crucial for developing effective support systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the diverse housing needs of special populations of persons with HIV/AIDS in New York State.
  • To identify the key barriers preventing access to stable and appropriate housing.
  • To understand the perceived impact of housing situations on participants' health.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted eight focus groups with 52 participants recruited from health and social service agencies.
  • Included diverse populations: substance users, ex-offenders, individuals with a history of homelessness, and rural dwellers/migrant workers.
  • Qualitative data collection to explore lived experiences and perceptions.

Main Results:

  • Housing situations profoundly affect participants' health, with stress from governmental rules linked to lowered T-cell counts and lethargy.
  • Major barriers to stable housing include financial constraints, inadequate entitlements, and high housing costs.
  • Participants reported experiencing discrimination based on HIV status, criminal justice history, and drug use.

Conclusions:

  • Stable and appropriate housing is essential for managing HIV/AIDS, particularly for vulnerable populations.
  • Addressing financial, systemic, and discriminatory barriers is critical to improving housing security.
  • Interventions must consider the intersection of housing, health, and social support for individuals with HIV/AIDS.

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