Permanent Supportive Housing Holds Potential for Improving Health of People Experiencing Homelessness, But Further Research on Effectiveness Is Needed

A new report from the National Academies examines evidence on whether providing permanent supportive housing (PSH) -- a combination of stable housing and supportive services -- to individuals who are experiencing homelessness improves their health. PSH holds potential for improving the health outcomes of people experiencing homelessness, and there is evidence that it improves outcomes among individuals with HIV/AIDS. However, evidence of its impact on other health conditions is lacking, largely because of multiple limitations in the research conducted so far. High priority should be given to studies aimed at identifying“housing-sensitive conditions,” whose course and medical management are strongly influenced by stable housing. Read More

Source: News from the National Academies - July 11, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: news