Research

Research

There is a growing body of research across disciplines about social care, the connection between social determinants of health, and how communities of care can address health-related legal needs. Here is a sampling of research that builds the case for MLPB’s legal partnering model. 

Resource Guide

Rhode Island Care Planning Tool Kit

At age 18, adults can make their own healthcare decisions and document those plans and goals in a written health care plan....

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Initiating a Successful Consult with MLPB

Guidance for MLPB’s partners seeking to address an individual’s health-related social needs through legal problem-solving.

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Glossary of Housing Legal Terms

Overview of common housing terminology for legal problem-solving.

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A Strengths-Based Approach to Screening Families for Health-Related Social Needs: Executive Summary

Six concrete recommendations for a strengths-based approach to social need screening with families, intending to minimize potential harm and unintended consequences.

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Helping People Achieve Housing Stability

Important information to assess potential legal rights and promote effective legal problem-solving.

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