For individuals relying on Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) for refuge, the struggle for a good night’s sleep is ongoing. This challenge is being addressed through a new initiative aimed at enhancing sleep quality within the shelter.
Dr. Heather Ross, an assistant professor at Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, acknowledges the impact of sleep deprivation, stating that no one performs optimally after a restless night. Her team conducted interviews with CASS clients to better understand their experiences.
“And what they told us is that they generally don’t sleep well,” Ross shared.
Efforts to improve this situation include the introduction of sound mitigation equipment in a dormitory accommodating 40 to 60 individuals. Surveys are being conducted to assess conditions before and after the equipment’s implementation.
“And then we’re going to resurvey women in that dorm afterwards with the same survey questions, to see, did it make a difference if we can do what we are referring to as ‘modifying the soundscape,” Ross explained.
Ross believes that achieving quality sleep can significantly aid individuals in navigating their way out of homelessness.
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