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Individual Placement and Support (IPS) in England
Lauren Melleney1, Tim Kendall1
1NHS England.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal
|May 31, 2019
Summary
Individual Placement and Support (IPS) in England is gaining national focus, with policy changes expected to increase employment support for individuals with serious mental illness. This approach aids recovery and employment benefits.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Services Research
- Supported Employment Interventions
- Vocational Rehabilitation
Background:
- Growing recognition of employment's role in mental health recovery.
- Need for evidence-based supported employment models like IPS.
- Current landscape of mental health and employment services in England.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the current provision of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) in England.
- To examine the policy focus and national developments influencing IPS.
- To assess the future direction of IPS services.
Main Methods:
- Review of current national policies and government announcements.
- Analysis of trends shaping the future of IPS.
- Synthesis of information on IPS provision and focus.
Main Results:
- Increased national interest and policy focus on IPS in England.
- Anticipated growth in access to employment support for individuals with serious mental illness.
- Government policy is driving the expansion of IPS services.
Conclusions:
- England has the potential to lead in supported employment approaches.
- IPS can significantly help individuals with mental health problems return to work.
- Employment offers recovery opportunities and benefits for individuals.
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