Eshleen Grewal
Biographic Data
| ID | 7827907 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Eshleen Grewal |
| GIVEN NAMES | Eshleen |
| FAMILY NAME | Grewal |
| SIGNATURE | GREWAL E |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Calgary |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-9759-5228 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 5 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 5 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2021 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Stepping onto the stage
The use of arts-based methods within health research is quickly growing in popularity. Forum Theatre is a unique type of performance that encourages audience participation to explore complex societal issues and is being used more frequently in participatory health research addressing social inequalities in health experiences and treatment. Using a Community-Based Participatory Research approach, The Calgary Diabetes Advocacy Committee (CDAC) drew…
Assessing the Impact of a Community-Based Narrative Film about Diabetes and Homelessness
Stigma prevents societal acceptance, reinforces social inequities, and greatly complicates the management of diabetes for those dealing with homelessness. Various forms of media, such as film, can educate audiences and play a role in reducing stigma, but the effectiveness of such interventions in changing individuals’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs (KAB) requires further exploration. This study assessed the impact of a film on diabetes and hom…
Exploring the role of psychological factors in diabetes management for people experiencing housing instability
Psychological factors, such as mental health and cognition, are significant contributors to diabetes management, especially for those experiencing housing insecurity. Our aim was to explore the role of psychological factors in diabetes management for people experiencing housing instability from the perspective of providers. We designed a qualitative descriptive study that consisted of a secondary analysis of semi-structured interviews with a rang…
Evaluation of the implementation of a medical respite program for persons with lived experience of homelessness
Medical respite programs (MRPs) constitute a potential strategy to improve the continuum of care for persons who have lived experiences of homeless (PWLEH). A MRP was developed in Alberta, Canada, through a partnership between the provincial health authority (Alberta Health Services) and the province’s largest homeless shelter (Calgary Drop-In Centre). We conducted a qualitative study of 25 stakeholders who held an operational, administrative and…
Using concept mapping to prioritize barriers to diabetes care and self-management for those who experience homelessness
Experiencing homelessness poses numerous barriers to managing diabetes, the greatest of which according to clients, is challenges to getting healthy food. This study showed that the way clients and providers perceive these barriers differs considerably, which highlights the importance of including clients' insights when assessing needs and designing effective solutions
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Using concept mapping to prioritize barriers to diabetes care and self-management for those who experience homelessness
Experiencing homelessness poses numerous barriers to managing diabetes, the greatest of which according to clients, is challenges to getting healthy food. This study showed that the way clients and providers perceive these barriers differs considerably, which highlights the importance of including clients' insights when assessing needs and designing effective solutions
Evaluation of the implementation of a medical respite program for persons with lived experience of homelessness
Medical respite programs (MRPs) constitute a potential strategy to improve the continuum of care for persons who have lived experiences of homeless (PWLEH). A MRP was developed in Alberta, Canada, through a partnership between the provincial health authority (Alberta Health Services) and the province’s largest homeless shelter (Calgary Drop-In Centre). We conducted a qualitative study of 25 stakeholders who held an operational, administrative and…
Assessing the Impact of a Community-Based Narrative Film about Diabetes and Homelessness
Stigma prevents societal acceptance, reinforces social inequities, and greatly complicates the management of diabetes for those dealing with homelessness. Various forms of media, such as film, can educate audiences and play a role in reducing stigma, but the effectiveness of such interventions in changing individuals’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs (KAB) requires further exploration. This study assessed the impact of a film on diabetes and hom…
Exploring the role of psychological factors in diabetes management for people experiencing housing instability
Psychological factors, such as mental health and cognition, are significant contributors to diabetes management, especially for those experiencing housing insecurity. Our aim was to explore the role of psychological factors in diabetes management for people experiencing housing instability from the perspective of providers. We designed a qualitative descriptive study that consisted of a secondary analysis of semi-structured interviews with a rang…
Stepping onto the stage
The use of arts-based methods within health research is quickly growing in popularity. Forum Theatre is a unique type of performance that encourages audience participation to explore complex societal issues and is being used more frequently in participatory health research addressing social inequalities in health experiences and treatment. Using a Community-Based Participatory Research approach, The Calgary Diabetes Advocacy Committee (CDAC) drew…
Homelessness and Social Issues (4 works) · Health care (3 works) · Medicine (3 works) · Psychology (3 works) · Business (2 works) · Chronic Disease Management Strategies (2 works) · Diabetes mellitus (2 works) · Environmental health (2 works) · Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations (2 works) · Gerontology (2 works)