Jersey mental health patients face homelessness post-discharge

In Jersey, 22 mental health patients discharged from hospitals in the past two years had no permanent homes. This issue arises from losing housing benefits after hospital stays exceeding 28 days. A charity, My Voice Jersey, is advocating for changes to benefit laws to prevent homelessness among discharged patients. Currently, some patients face eviction or loss of benefits, complicating their recovery. The Social Security Minister stated that housing benefits should continue for patients hospitalized over 28 days. However, she ruled out changing the law, emphasizing the need for better coordination between health and social services.