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Advisor

Sclinda Janssen

Description

Background: Sleep deprivation has been linked to chronic health issues, decreased physical and cognitive functioning, and overall decreased quality of life, which limits the ability to engage in desired tasks and occupations (Gonzalez & Tyminski, 2020). Obtaining restful sleep serves as a foundation for optimal cognitive and physical functioning during daily tasks, roles, and activities (AOTA, 2017). Individuals who have experienced homelessness consistently demonstrate higher rates of sleep inadequacies compared to the general public, highlighting the need for service providers to address the quality of sleep participation for this population (Gonzalez & Tyminski, 2020).

Purpose

• Promote sleep participation for individuals emerging from homelessness • Supply occupational therapy practitioners and other service providers with evidence-based and model-driven materials

• Incorporated into client’s daily routines, habits, and environments.

• Assist clients in establishing healthy bedtime routines, make environmental modifications, and enhance the mind-body-spirit connection

Methods:

• A thorough literature review was completed to determine current interventions approaches, programming types, the role of occupational therapy, and barriers to sleep participation for individuals emerging from homelessness.

• Literature revealed a significant need interventions to promote sleep for individuals emerging from homelessness

Publication Date

2023

Document Type

Article

Keywords

Sleep promotion, individuals and families emerging from homelessness, sleep deprivation, holistic, relaxation, mind, body, spirit

Disciplines

Occupational Therapy

A Holistic Approach to Promote Sleep for People Emerging from Homelessness: A Good Night’s Rest in Your Nest Sleep Toolkit

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