Helping homeless veterans with mental health and substance use issues through a new treatment program

Who could benefit from this research

What this research studies

This research investigates a new treatment approach called MISSION-CJ, designed specifically for homeless veterans who have both mental health and substance use disorders. The program utilizes a team of case managers and peers to provide support and guidance, helping these veterans engage in positive community behaviors and maintain their treatment gains. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, the research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in reducing criminal behavior and improving access to care for these vulnerable individuals.

Why it matters

Where this research is happening

• Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
  Bedford, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Smelson, David a — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
• Study coordinator: Smelson, David a

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About this research

1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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