Is supported living a pathway to recovery? A preliminary investigation of a new model
Is supported living a pathway to recovery? A preliminary investigation of a new model
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Barnes, Steven
Carson, Jerome
Gournay, Kevin
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2024-12-02
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Mental Health and Social Inclusion
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5
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28
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879-892
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2042-8308
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Purpose – Evidence suggests supported living can improve functioning and reduce need. However, its lack of a clear definition has presented significant challenges to establishing a definitive evaluation of its efficacy. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of a defined model of supported living using in terms of reductions made to aspects of clinical and social recovery.
Design/methodology/approach – A naturalistic, non-controlled assessment was conducting using using the Camberwell Assessment of Need Clinical Scale with a sample of adults with severe and enduring mental illness residing with a UK-based mental health company at 1 of 12 UK locations.
Findings – Analysis regarding preliminary outcomes relating to health and social need is presented with comparison between admission and six-months post-admission (N ¼ 90). Additional analysis relating to outcomes at 12 months is also provided (N ¼ 39). Significant outcomes are noted at both timepoints in terms of reducing unmet need and levels of formal and informal help given/required during tenancy.
Practical implications – The findings support that, even in the absence of clinical recovery, opportunities exist to make meaningful and valuable improvements to unmet need and functional independence, with implications for clinical practice in the context of supported living.
Originality/value – The findings provide encouraging early indications of the benefits of the model in making meaningful reductions to functional and psychological needs in individuals with severe and enduring mental illness.
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Supported living
Health and social need
Severe and enduring mental illness
Schizophrenia
Recovery
Health and social need
Severe and enduring mental illness
Schizophrenia
Recovery
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