The Bridges to Elders (BTE) program aimed to improve health and social outcomes for older homeless women. Using a pretest/posttest design, the program showed significant improvements in stable housing, primary care enrollment, and control of chronic conditions among participants. The collaboration between nurse practitioners and community health workers proved effective in … [Read more...] about Bridges to Elders: A Program to Improve Outcomes for Older Women Experiencing Homelessness
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Community-informed interventions to address cervical cancer disparities among people experiencing homelessness
Cervical cancer rates are much higher among people experiencing homelessness (PEH) than the general population, but screening options for them are limited. Many homeless women face additional barriers like sexual trauma, which make them uncomfortable with traditional screenings like Pap tests. This study surveyed 167 homeless individuals in Indiana to understand the barriers to … [Read more...] about Community-informed interventions to address cervical cancer disparities among people experiencing homelessness
Pilot randomized controlled trial of biofeedback on reducing psychological and physiological stress among persons experiencing homelessness
This study tested a heart rate variability-biofeedback (HRV-BF) intervention against a health promotion (HP) program to improve mental health in homeless adults in Los Angeles. Forty participants were divided into two groups, receiving eight weekly sessions over two months, delivered by a nurse-led team of community health workers (CHWs). Both interventions improved heart rate … [Read more...] about Pilot randomized controlled trial of biofeedback on reducing psychological and physiological stress among persons experiencing homelessness
Acceptability and Feasibility of a Nurse-Led, Community Health Worker Partnered Latent Tuberculosis Medication Adherence Model for Homeless Adults
Homeless adults are at increased risk of latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI), which can lead to active tuberculosis (TB) disease. This study focuses on a six-month, nurse-led, and community health worker (CHW)-partnered treatment for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) among homeless adults. Through focus group discussions, barriers like lack of readiness and substance use, … [Read more...] about Acceptability and Feasibility of a Nurse-Led, Community Health Worker Partnered Latent Tuberculosis Medication Adherence Model for Homeless Adults