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Impact Of Covid-19 On Service Utilization By Those Experiencing Homelessness In Detroit, Anneliese Petersen, Richard Bryce D.O.
Impact Of Covid-19 On Service Utilization By Those Experiencing Homelessness In Detroit, Anneliese Petersen, Richard Bryce D.O.
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Background:
Current research has demonstrated increased levels of fear and anxiety due to the Coronavirus pandemic. While fear can have a significant impact on any individual, fear among individuals experiencing homelessness is particularly impactful as this may affect service utilization and thus the ability of to access basic necessities such as food, shelter and water. This study seeks to understand the impact of fear of contracting COVID on service utilization among those experiencing homelessness in Detroit, MI.
Methods and Results:
From July-August 2020, 35 individuals who self-identified as homeless participated in a multiple-choice survey. 40% of surveyed individuals stated that …