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ArticleDisability and health journal2024

The hidden crisis: Long COVID's association with housing stability and home accessibility among people with disabilities.

Kelsey Goddard, Andrew Myers, Catherine Ipsen

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Kelsey GoddardUniversity of Kansas, Institute for Health and Disability Policy Studies (KU-IHDPS), 1000 Sunnyside Ave., Room 1052, Lawrence, KS, 66045, USA. Electronic address: ksg@ku.edu.
Andrew MyersUniversity of Montana, Research and Training Center on Disability in Rural Communities (RTC:Rural), 253 Corbin Hall, Missoula, MT, 59812, USA. Electronic address: andrew.myers@mso.umt.edu.
Catherine IpsenUniversity of Montana, Research and Training Center on Disability in Rural Communities (RTC:Rural), 253 Corbin Hall, Missoula, MT, 59812, USA. Electronic address: catherine.ipsen@mso.umt.edu.

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ACL HHS 90IFRE0050ACL HHS 90RTCP0007
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to the emerging phenomenon known as Long COVID, characterized by persistent symptoms long after the acute infection has passed. However, the relationship of Long COVID on housing stability and home accessibility remains underexplored.

objectiveThis manuscript aims to comprehensively examine the association of Long COVID on housing stability and accessibility, identifying challenges faced by people with Long COVID and potential strategies to address them.

methodsThe study employs a cross-sectional mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods. It analyzes data from 1533 people with disabilities, 514 with Long COVID and 1019 without Long COVID, to compare demographics, housing stability, financial concerns, housing problems, and home accessibility. Qualitative analysis extracts thematic insights from 13 participant narratives.

resultsIndividuals with Long COVID exhibit significantly higher rates of housing instability (21.1 % v. 8.1 %, p < 0.001) and financial concerns, such as worries about high rent or mortgage (50.4 % v. 40.0 %, p < 0.001), compared to those without Long COVID. They also report more frequent issues with pests (30.0 % v. 23.5 %, p < 0.01) and mold (22.0 % v. 12.7 %, p < 0.001) in their homes. Qualitative analysis reveals financial setbacks, difficulties in obtaining support, and the challenges of home accessibility.

conclusionsAssociations between Long COVID and challenges related to housing stability and home accessibility highlight the need for systemic changes, financial support, and advocacy. This research contributes to understanding Long COVID's challenges, informing policy development, and promoting compassionate responses, ensuring the well-being of people with Long COVID.

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Architectural AccessibilityCOVID-19HousingPersons with DisabilitiesAdultAgedCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedPost-Acute COVID-19 SyndromeSARS-CoV-23–5): long COVIDCOVID-19 pandemicHome accessibilityHousing stability

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PMCPMC12117608

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