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Psychologically informed environment

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Psychologically informed environment

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NICE Guideline NG214 - Integrated health and social care for people experiencing homelessness

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
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Service provision and practice that takes into account individuals' psychological and emotional needs, and their experiences of trauma. It includes building organisational awareness of psychological and emotional needs; physical environment and social spaces; staff training and ongoing support; service evaluation and learning; and reflective practice. For more information and resources, see the Homeless Link's webpage on trauma informed care and psychologically informed environments. See also trauma-informed care.

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