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Gaining community support for group homes.

R Hogan

    Community Mental Health Journal
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Implementing proactive public relations strategies, such as community engagement and outreach, significantly boosts support for group homes. Early involvement from neighbors, even if initially concerned, fosters greater program acceptance.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Science
    • Community Psychology
    • Public Health Policy

    Background:

    • Group homes provide community-based living options for individuals with mental health or developmental disabilities.
    • Public perception and community support are critical factors influencing the success and expansion of group home programs.
    • Effective community relations strategies are essential for integrating group homes into local neighborhoods.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between public relations strategies and community support for group homes in New Jersey.
    • To identify specific provider actions that correlate with increased acceptance and support for group home programs.
    • To understand the role of neighbor involvement in the long-term success of group homes.

    Main Methods:

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  • A telephone survey was conducted with group home providers in New Jersey.
  • Data collected focused on providers' public relations policies and community engagement practices.
  • The survey examined the level of support received for their group home programs.

    • Main Results:

    • Providers employing standard public relations policies, engaging with municipal officials, and informing neighbors reported greater community support.
    • Proactive outreach, including open houses and local contacts, was associated with increased program acceptance.
    • Neighbor involvement in the location process, even stemming from initial concerns, led to increased long-term support.

    Conclusions:

    • Proactive and strategic public relations are vital for fostering community acceptance of group homes.
    • Early and consistent community engagement can mitigate potential opposition and build lasting support.
    • The findings underscore the importance of integrating group homes through collaborative community relations.