Article Publication Date:
2/21/2007
Summary:
The problems of board and care homes, also known as adult homes, for people with psychiatric disabilities are the focus of a new SAMHSA report. The history, demographics and common concerns of these homes are detailed in-depth plus ten recommendations to improve quality of life. A list of measures being implemented to improve the lives of residents and recommendations calling for a recovery-oriented approach based on the principles of self-direction and community integration are also provided.
Topics:
Housing
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Psychiatric Disabilities/Mental Illness
Sources:
SAMHSA
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
Keywords:
N/A
Board and Care Homes; Transformation Proclamation; Rental Market and Public Housing Agencies; Measures to Promote Integration; Vouchers and Regulation; Bill of Rights Approach; State-Based Reform Coalitions
Contact
SAMHSA\\\'s National Mental Health Information Center
Phone:
800-789-2647
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51161