‘They already operated like it was a crisis, because it always has been a crisis’: a qualitative exploration of the response of one homeless service in Scotland to the COVID-19 pandemic

‘They already operated like it was a crisis, because it always has been a crisis’: a qualitative exploration of the response of one homeless service in Scotland to the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated unprecedented changes in the way that services are delivered to individuals experiencing homelessness and problem substance use. Protecting those at high risk of infection/transmission, whilst addressing the multiple health and social needs...

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Main Authors: Tessa Parkes, Hannah Carver, Wendy Masterton, Danilo Falzon, Josh Dumbrell, Susan Grant, Iain Wilson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:Harm Reduction Journal
Subjects:
COVID-19
Pandemic
Homelessness
Substance use
Drugs
Alcohol
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-021-00472-w

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12954-021-00472-w

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