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This study focuses on Nashville, Tennessee, an area marked by rapid growth, poverty, and housing instability, to better understand the characteristics and service needs of residents in subsidized housing.<\/jats:p>\n                <\/jats:sec>\n                <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>A cross-sectional study (2023-2025) recruited 140 residents from four subsidized housing facilities using randomized selection. We administered semi-structured questionnaires assessing demographics, past experiences with homelessness and incarceration, and preferences for health and social services.<\/jats:p>\n                <\/jats:sec>\n                <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>Most residents were Black\/African American (63.6%) and older adults, with 80% earning under $20,000 annually. Significant experiences with both homelessness (70%) and incarceration (53.6%) were noted. Residents expressed strong interest in on-site services, particularly dental and vision care (over 90%) and adult primary care accepting TennCare\/Medicaid (91.4%).<\/jats:p>\n                <\/jats:sec>\n                <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>Our findings depict a population facing multiple vulnerabilities, including economic instability and social isolation, highlights the importance of combining housing with comprehensive health and social services in addressing inequities. Prioritizing resident feedback in service design can enhance the effectiveness of housing interventions. Effective interventions must be trauma-informed and community-centered, ensuring that housing serves as a foundation for health and well-being. 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