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Supportive housing: a consumer evaluation study
1Health Systems Research Unit, Clarke Institute of Psychiatry, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The International Journal of Social Psychiatry
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Resident perceptions are crucial for evaluating supportive housing for individuals with persistent psychiatric disabilities. Understanding their experiences in group homes informs better program planning and services.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Housing Studies
- Social Work
Background:
- The provision of supportive housing for individuals with persistent psychiatric disabilities is a complex issue.
- Empirical data is needed to inform effective housing strategies.
- Evaluating housing programs requires diverse data sources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the value of consumer perceptions in evaluating supportive housing.
- To gather insights from residents' experiences in a group home setting.
- To inform program planning for supportive housing.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative study was conducted with 17 residents discharged from Regeneration House Inc.
- Data collection involved extensive exploration of residents' perspectives.
- Analysis focused on positive and negative aspects of group home living.
Main Results:
- Resident perceptions offer valuable insights into the effectiveness of supportive housing.
- Experienced residents identified both benefits and drawbacks of group home living.
- Consumer feedback is essential for refining housing programs.
Conclusions:
- Consumer perspectives are vital for the evaluation and improvement of supportive housing.
- Findings provide practical input for program development in psychiatric disability services.
- The study highlights the importance of resident-centered approaches in housing initiatives.