Idoso em situação de rua: cenário do atendimento da saúde pública

Abstract

To evaluate the dynamics of care for homeless elderly people in a Public Health Unit. Methodology: field research, of an exploratory nature, with a qualitative approach, through the application of a script of closed and open questions to a population composed of 10 elderly people, of both sexes, attended by the Governador Gilberto Mestrinho Polyclinic, Manaus- Amazon. Result: the sociodemographic profile is characterized by elderly people between 60 and 69 years old (80%), single (70%) and with incomplete primary education (50%). None of the participants had an employment relationship. They report difficulties in accessing health establishments due to their appearance and homelessness, as well as distraction from health professionals. Conclusion: health care provided to homeless people needs to undergo an inclusive adaptation of care, including specific actions and a flowchart resolving their different demands