A qualitative exploration of relations and interactions between people who are homeless and use drugs and staff in homeless hostel accommodation
2013; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 19; Issue: 1-2 Linguagem: Inglês
10.3109/14659891.2012.754508
ISSN1475-9942
Autores Tópico(s)HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
ResumoAims: This article explores relations and interactions between hostel staff and people who are homeless, use drugs (PHUD) and stay in hostels and shelters. Methods: Data collection took place in six areas of South Central England. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 40 participants who were staying or had recently stayed in an emergency hostel or shelter. Recordings were professionally transcribed and coded and analysed using Framework. Results: Despite there being some positive experiences, generally PHUD had negative experiences of living in hostels. Poor treatment, not listening, lack of privacy, infantilization and unprofessionalism emerged as key themes and impeded the development of social capital. Conclusions: Hostel staff are not always assigned a therapeutic role. However evidence from the current study suggests that care and consideration may go a long way in aiding homeless drug users' progression in hostel settings.
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