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Implementation and Outcomes of Forensic Housing First Programs

Authors: Liat S. Kriegel, Benjamin F. Henwood, Todd P. Gilmer

Published in: Community Mental Health Journal | Issue 1/2016

Abstract

This mixed-method study used administrative data from 68 supportive housing programs and evaluative and qualitative site visit data from a subset of four forensic programs to (a) compare fidelity to the Housing First model and residential client outcomes between forensic and nonforensic programs and (b) investigate whether and how providers working in forensic programs can navigate competing Housing First principles and criminal justice mandates. Quantitative findings suggested that forensic programs were less likely to follow a harm reduction approach to substance use and clients in those programs were more likely to live in congregate settings. Qualitative findings suggested that an interplay of court involvement, limited resources, and risk environments influenced staff decisions regarding housing and treatment. Existing mental health and criminal justice collaborations necessitate adaptation to the Housing First model to accommodate client needs.

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Title: Implementation and Outcomes of Forensic Housing First Programs
Authors: Liat S. Kriegel
Benjamin F. Henwood
Todd P. Gilmer
Publication date: 01-01-2016
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Community Mental Health Journal / Issue 1/2016
Print ISSN: 0010-3853
Electronic ISSN: 1573-2789
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-015-9946-5

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