A qualitative investigation that applies an ecological strengths-based perspective to veterans' experience of reintegration into civilian life

Kranke, Derrick; Gin, June L.; Saia, Rebecca; Heslin, Kevin C.; Dobalian, Aram

doi:10.1080/21635781.2015.1119771

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“…One study examining COVID-19 vaccination behaviors and attitudes of homeless Veterans in GPD transitional housing found that military-specific experiences, such as adverse reactions to mandated vaccines, perceived substandard care, and harmful environmental exposures, created distrust toward the government and led to a refusal of the vaccine in that population [22]. Extant literature similarly found that military training and a sense of self-reliance may result in an unwillingness to follow health authorities' recommendations [63,64]. Furthermore, studies have found that both Veterans [65] and the general homeless population [66,67] often have high levels of distrust in authority.…”

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Predictors of COVID-19 Vaccination among Veterans Experiencing Homelessness

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Sufficient uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine is key to slowing the spread of the coronavirus among the most vulnerable in society, including individuals experiencing homelessness. However, COVID-19 vaccination rates among the Veteran homeless population are currently unknown. This study examines the COVID-19 vaccination rate among homeless Veterans who receive care at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and the factors that are associated with vaccine uptake. Using VA administrative and clinical data, bivariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to identify the sociodemographic, health-related, and healthcare and housing services utilization factors that influenced COVID-19 vaccine uptake during the first eight months of the vaccine rollout (December 2020–August 2021). Of the 83,528 Veterans experiencing homelessness included in the study, 45.8% were vaccinated for COVID-19. Non-white, older Veterans (65+), females, those who received the seasonal flu vaccine, and Veterans with multiple comorbidities and mental health conditions were more likely to be vaccinated. There was a strong association between COVID-19 vaccination and Veterans who utilized VA healthcare and housing services. VA healthcare and homeless service providers are particularly well-positioned to provide trusted information and overcome access barriers for homeless Veterans to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

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“…(Gould, Scheinberg, & Matthieu, 2014) This approach is especially relevant for veterans transitioning to civilian life in that they provide a setting that builds on their individual strengths, allows veterans to apply specialized skills, instills a feeling of connectedness and contribution to their communities, and re-creates a familiar culture of camaraderie and inclusiveness among veterans. (Kranke, Gin, Saia, Heslin, & Dobalian, 2016) The VA requires peer support specialists to be in recovery, which is defined under their application qualifications as someone who is:…”

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"It gave me an excuse to get out into society again": Decreasing Veteran Isolation through a Community Agricultural Peer Support Model

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Reintegration is known to be a difficult time for veterans. Peer support programs offer a good strategy for military and veterans, particularly as it relates to reintegration. We review an innovative, peer support program implemented at a veteran run community agricultural initiative (CAI). This project was a case-study evaluation using a mixed methods design including participant observations; qualitative interviews with a total of 34 CAI members and affiliates; and administered surveys to a total of 67 CAI members and affiliates. Survey results suggested that CAI participation contributed to improvements in communication, forming bonds, and developing new friendships with veterans, non-veterans, family members, and strangers, as well as increased involvement in community events. Interviews revealed that the CAI's informal peer-support culture and intentional normalization of sharing stories helped promote wellness and reintegration. The CAI continues to refine its peer support model. The organization is overcoming common barriers by leveraging community partnerships to bring veterans into the fold and expanding their peer support model to veteran organizations with similar missions. This approach will ultimately lead to a culture of peer support across agencies and spread the reach of the CAI's mission for veterans.

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“…Some participants described how positive interactions with civilians opened the door for job opportunities outside of TR. Ultimately, interaction with civilians increased TR members' social capital and led to additional opportunities in society which consequently resulted in a positive transition for these veterans into the civilian world (Kranke et al, 2016).…”

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“…Our previous study suggested that combat veterans volunteering in disaster relief settings with Team Rubicon (TR) reported improved reintegration into society because of the interaction with other combat veterans (Kranke, Saia, Gin, Heslin, & Dobalian, 2016 Rubicon, n.d.). In many cases, TR members who were veterans faced similar reintegration barriers as other veterans, which helped them to normalize their shared experiences (Klein, 2015).…”

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