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Several systematic reviews have synthesized studies exploring the experience of homelessness. No known reviews have synthesized findings of studies exploring experiences of transitioning to housing following homelessness. To address this gap, we conducted a systematic review and meta-aggregation of qualitative evidence using the methodology developed by the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) following PRISMA guidelines. Of 8559 titles and abstracts screened, we included 57 studies in our meta-aggregation, and generated six synthesized findings: 1) trying to move on but facing ongoing individual and structural barriers; 2) home as a launching pad for self-discovery and emotional and spiritual growth; 3) social connection as a fundamental and often unmet need; 4) having housing that is the right fit and enables a sense of safety and avoidance of trauma; 5) meaningful activity as facilitating community integration and the journey home; and 6) the meaning of having services that are effective, caring, and responsive to the person. Our findings suggest that leaving homelessness is a complex process that does not immediately end with attaining a tenancy. Future research designed to understand the experiences of leaving homelessness for racialized and Indigenous persons, women leaving domestic violence, and persons identifying as 2SLGBTQ2 + are needed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Copyright of Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy is the property of Sage Publications Inc. and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Although systematic and scoping reviews have identified a range of interventions for persons experiencing homelessness, no known reviews have captured the range and quality of intervention studies aimed at supporting a transition from homelessness. To capture the range and quality of occupational therapy intervention studies aimed at supporting a transition to housing following homelessness. Using Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) guidelines, we conducted a systematic review including a critical appraisal and narrative synthesis of experimental studies. Eleven studies were included. Critical appraisal scores ranged from 33.3 to 88.9 of a possible score of 100 (Mdn = 62.5; IQR = 33.4). The majority of studies evaluated interventions for the development of life skills (n = 9; 81.8%), and all were conducted in the USA. Several of the included studies were exploratory evaluation and feasibility studies, and all were quasi-experimental in design. Only three studies (27.2%) incorporated a control group. Intervention strategies included (1) integrated group and individual life skills interventions (n = 6); (2) group-based life skills interventions (n = 3); and (3) psychosocial and consultative interventions (n = 2). Research evaluating occupational therapy interventions aimed at supporting homeless individuals as they transition to housing is in an early stage of development. Implications for research and practice are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Date Presented 04/22/2023 Suicide is a leading cause of mortality worldwide. OTs regularly encounter persons who are at risk of suicide in their practice, and they need to be aware of strategies to mitigate risk. Suicide safety planning is an evidence-based intervention designed for this purpose. We conducted this systematic review to synthesize effectiveness studies to determine the outcomes and components of safety planning interventions to direct future OT research and practice. Primary Author and Speaker: Carrie Anne Marshall Contributing Authors: Pavlina Crowley, Dave Carmichael, Suliman Aryobi, Rebecca A. Goldszmidt, Roxanne Isard, Corinna Easton, Julia Holmes, Susanne Murphy [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]