A Systematic Review of the Transition from Homelessness to Finding a Home. Issue 1 (2nd January 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Iaquinta, Monica Sabatelli
• Is Part Of: Journal of community health nursing. Volume 33:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 20
• Page End: 41
• Publication Date: 2016-01-02
• Subjects: Community health nursing -- Periodicals; 362.14
• DOI: 10.1080/07370016.2016.1120593
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0737-0016

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Homelessness is associated with premature mortality, increased morbidity, and poor quality of life. Transitioning from homelessness to housing is a complex process, particularly for individuals with mental illness. This article presents a systematic review of 26 empirical studies exploring the transition of adults from homelessness to finding a home. Seven qualitative, 14 quantitative, and 5 mixed-method studies were critically appraised and synthesized yielding persistent qualitative themes such as maintaining stability, making adjustments, and a place called home, and quantitative key categories including quality of life, sociodemographics, and housing conditions. More research is needed exploring factors related successful housing placement.