Exploratory Evaluation of Projects Providing Mental Health and Aging Services to Asian/Pacific and Hispanic Americans: Site Visit Reports. Volume I: Mental Health Projects

摘要

The project, of which the site visits described herein are a part, was initiated in the office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Department of Health and Human Services. Interest in such a study arose from the longstanding awareness of the need to overcome barriers and improve services to underserved minorities. It is documented that these people, particularly low income elderly and low income immigrants, do not utilize human services programs because of language problems, lack of information about where and how to obtain services, and cultural differences between service providers and recipients. The need for cultural awareness and sensitivity has been identified frequently.