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Design and Development of an Integrated Nursing Care Framework for Homeless Youth Experiencing Substance Use Disorders in Community-Based Shelters

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  • Dr. Jon-Jon T. Martinez

    (Taif University, Al Mutamarat Rd, Al Mathnah, At Taif, 26521, Saudi Arabia|University of Perpetual Help System – DALTA, Alabang–Zapote Rd, Las Piñas, 1740 Metro Manila, Philippines)

  • Mirthedle B. De Vera

    (University of Perpetual Help System – DALTA, Alabang–Zapote Rd, Las Piñas, 1740 Metro Manila, Philippines)

Abstract

This study, entitled “Design and Development of an Integrated Nursing Care Framework for Homeless Youth Experiencing Substance Use Disorders in Community-Based Shelters,†aimed to develop a nursing-oriented framework responsive to the complex healthcare needs of homeless youth aged 16 to 25 years in selected community-based shelters in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. This study used a developmental mixed-methods research design with an exploratory sequential approach. The qualitative phase involved 12 purposively selected participants, while the quantitative phase included 112 respondents from an accessible population of 128 homeless youth. Data were gathered using a researcher-developed questionnaire assessing healthcare needs and the extent of nursing care delivery, together with semi-structured interviews exploring healthcare experiences, service gaps, barriers, and facilitators. Findings revealed an overall High Need for healthcare (M = 3.25, SD = 0.44), with Mental Health Needs (M = 3.42) and Substance Use Management Needs (M = 3.38) receiving the highest ratings. Nursing care was generally delivered to a High Extent (M = 2.82, SD = 0.52), with Comprehensive Assessment ranking highest and Substance Use Management and Harm Reduction ranking lowest. A significant moderate negative relationship was found between nursing care delivery and healthcare needs (Ï = −0.46, p

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  • Dr. Jon-Jon T. Martinez & Mirthedle B. De Vera, 2026. "Design and Development of an Integrated Nursing Care Framework for Homeless Youth Experiencing Substance Use Disorders in Community-Based Shelters," International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, RSIS International, vol. 15(9), pages 575-597, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:ijltem:v:15:y:2026:i:9:a:396
    DOI: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150900045
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