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An alternative to group homes.

B H Anstee

    The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
    |April 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Supported lodgings offer a viable alternative to group homes for individuals with schizophrenia. This housing model, financed by County Councils, facilitates patient discharge and requires robust after-care support.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Social Work
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Group homes are a traditional model for patient care.
    • Supported lodgings present an alternative housing solution.
    • Schizophrenia patients are identified as suitable candidates for supported lodgings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a supported lodgings scheme as an alternative to traditional group homes.
    • To highlight the suitability of schizophrenic patients for this scheme.
    • To emphasize the role of statutory financing and after-care services.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a supported lodgings scheme.
    • Discharge of various patient groups including short-stay, new non-demented long-stay, and old long-stay patients.

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  • Provision of after-care facilities such as day centers and community psychiatric nurse visits.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful discharge of short-stay, new non-demented long-stay, and old long-stay patients through the supported lodgings scheme.
    • High engagement with after-care services: nearly half of patients attended a day center.
    • Significant community support: over a third received regular visits from psychiatric nurses and social workers.

    Conclusions:

    • Supported lodgings are an effective alternative to group homes for psychiatric patients, particularly those with schizophrenia.
    • Statutory financial support from County Councils is crucial for the scheme's viability.
    • Comprehensive after-care, including day center attendance and community nurse visits, is vital for successful integration and ongoing support.