COMMUNITY-ENGAGED RESEARCH WITH SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS FOR OLDER ADULT MENTAL HEALTH EQUITY
2024
Community-Engaged Research for Older Adult Mental Health
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Author Information
Author(s): Steinman Lesley, Mitchell Mary, Wu Sherry
Hypothesis
Can community-based social service organizations improve mental health equity for older adults?
Conclusion
The PEARLS Equity Study aims to enhance mental health equity for older adults through community collaborations.
Supporting Evidence
- PEARLS is a community-based model for late-life depression.
- The study focuses on improving access to mental health care for older adults.
- Community-academic partnerships are essential for integrating research into practice.
Takeaway
This study shows that working with local organizations can help older people get better mental health care.
Methodology
The study involved a community-based, collaborative care model called PEARLS, focusing on task shifting and sharing.
Participant Demographics
Older adults historically marginalized by racism, sexism, ageism, and other structural inequities.
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