People with drug and alcohol dependence
People with drug and alcohol dependence often have poor health because substance abuse can damage their bodies over time. Their lifestyles might make it hard to maintain good nutrition and hygiene. They may also face social and financial struggles, making it harder to access and afford healthcare. Additionally, they can feel ashamed or afraid to seek help due to stigma, leading to untreated health problems. All these factors contribute to their poor health compared to others.
Support available in the East Riding
The East Riding Inclusion Health service helps people who can't easily access healthcare. They use a mobile vehicle to bring healthcare to these people. They understand that traditional healthcare often misses certain groups. The service follows NHS guidelines, helps refer people to other services, and works with local organizations like housing.
The East Riding Inclusion Health Service provides these services:
- Healthcare Access: Helps people register with a GP or dentist and gives advice on staying healthy.
- Support for Life Issues: Offers guidance on housing, jobs, benefits, debt, and domestic abuse.
- Health Interventions: Provides services like needle exchange, wound care, health checks, and mental health support. Also gives out hygiene supplies, emergency weather gear, and food.
- Specialised Support: Offers help with substance use, overdose prevention, and tests for diseases like Hepatitis B, C, and HIV. They also educate on safer drug use and contraception and accompany people to appointments.
- Rapid Response: Quick help for urgent needs.
- Finding out if people at risk, like those who have suffered from domestic abuse or modern slavery, need immediate protection and sending them to the right services for help.
