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Preventing restrictive placements through community support services
1Cambridge Regional Human Services Center, Minnesota.
American Journal of Mental Retardation : AJMR
|September 1, 1995
Summary
Community Support Services in Minnesota help individuals with developmental disabilities avoid state facilities. This evaluation shows their impact on admissions, costs, and provider satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Disability Policy
- Social Work
Background:
- The Minnesota Department of Human Services established Community Support Services to offer alternatives to large state facility admissions for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Evaluating the effectiveness and operational aspects of community-based support services is crucial for informed policy development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a policy evaluation of the Community Support Services program in Minnesota.
- To assess the program's impact on reducing admissions to large state facilities.
- To analyze cost-benefit factors and stakeholder satisfaction.
Main Methods:
- Program evaluation using existing data on Community Support Services.
- Comparative analysis of individuals served versus those on waiting lists.
- Assessment of cost-benefit implications and community service provider satisfaction.
Main Results:
- The study examined the effect of Community Support Services on state facility admissions.
- Characteristics of individuals receiving services were compared to those awaiting them.
- Cost-benefit analyses and satisfaction levels of community providers were discussed.
Conclusions:
- Community Support Services play a role in preventing institutionalization for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Operational and establishment challenges were identified.
- The evaluation provides insights into the program's effectiveness and areas for improvement.
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