A pilot study: retention of adults experiencing homelessness and feasibility of a CDSM diabetes program

J Community Health Nurs. 2014;31(4):238-48. doi: 10.1080/07370016.2014.958406.

Abstract

Introduction: The study purpose was to evaluate the feasibility of a chronic disease self management/case management intervention for adults experiencing homelessness and diabetes and the ability to retain subjects.

Methods: Participants with type 2 diabetes were recruited at a homeless clinic and a subset received the intervention. Analysis included calculating a retention rate and evaluating the intervention implementation process.

Results: Of the nine participants, five were retained for 12 weeks and two of three participants completed the full intervention.

Conclusions: Study retention is feasible for adults experiencing homelessness. Further intervention refinement is needed to address relevancy of content and time constraints.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / nursing*
  • Disease Management*
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Female
  • Health Behavior
  • Humans
  • Ill-Housed Persons*
  • Male
  • Program Evaluation
  • Prospective Studies
  • Quality of Life
  • Self Care*