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Community care. Flexible friends.

J Newton1

  • 1North London University.

The Health Service Journal
|November 11, 1999
PubMed
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A community support worker training program for mental health clients is popular but requires significant supervision due to carer safety concerns. The service is beneficial for isolated individuals and those at risk of self-neglect.

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Area of Science:

  • Mental Health Support
  • Community Health Services
  • Social Work Training

Background:

  • Mental health challenges often lead to social isolation and self-neglect.
  • There is a need for accessible and effective community-based support systems.
  • Training programs can enhance the capacity of support workers to assist vulnerable populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the client reception and operational challenges of a training scheme for community support workers.
  • To assess the utility of the trained support workers for individuals with mental health issues, particularly those experiencing isolation or self-neglect.

Main Methods:

  • A training scheme was implemented to prepare students as part-time community support workers.
  • Client satisfaction and carer experiences were assessed.

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  • Professional opinions on the service's effectiveness were gathered.

    • Main Results:

    • The training scheme proved popular among clients receiving support.
    • A significant proportion of carers (one-third) reported feeling unsafe at least once.
    • The service necessitates a high level of supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness.
    • Professionals identified the service as particularly valuable for clients facing isolation and self-neglect risks.

    Conclusions:

    • The community support worker training initiative shows promise in client engagement for mental health support.
    • Addressing carer safety and implementing robust supervision are critical for the program's sustainability.
    • The program offers a valuable resource for individuals experiencing social isolation and at risk of self-neglect.