Module 2: Direct Comprehensive Primary Care in the LTC Setting

24 2.2.6 Caring for Individuals Post Incarceration

  • 25.2% of the federally incarcerated population is 50 years of age and over
  • 20.2% are aged 50-64
  • 4.1% are aged 65-74
  • 0.9% are 75 years of age and older

Previously incarcerated older adults experience delayed access and/or are denied entry into LTC.[1][2]

Special Considerations

  • Infectious diseases (STIs, TB, HIV, Hep B  C, COVID-19)
  • Addictions (tobacco, alcohol, opioids, other substance) and withdrawal management
  • Psychiatric disorders (more prevalent)
  • Cognitive impairment
  • Palliative care

Treatment recommendations:

  • Screening on admission, including metabolic and infectious diseases workup
  • Smoking cessation, addictions support
  • Cognitive Screening
  1. Canadian Human Rights Commission & the Correctional Investigator Canada, 2019 ↵
  2. Poulin et al., 2023 ↵

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