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Understanding service needs and service utilization among older Kurdish refugees and immigrants in the USA

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International Social Work: Exploring and promoting comparative and international Social Work in A Global Age

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Abstract

This study explored service needs and service utilization among older Kurdish refugees and immigrants in the US. A sample of 70 older Kurds is included and descriptive statistics were utilized. The findings of this study reported that older Kurdish refugees and immigrants are experiencing multiple service needs yet they do not seek help to meet their service needs. This study also highlighted existing barriers to services among older Kurdish refugees and immigrants, which accentuate the need for the development and implementation of culturally competent services for this unique population.