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Implementation of the homeless families program: 1. Service models and preliminary outcomes
D J Rog1, C S Holupka, K L McCombs-Thornton
1Vanderbilt University Institute for Public Policy Studies, Center for Mental Health Policy, Washington, D.C., USA.
The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
|October 1, 1995
Summary
This study examined a large housing program for homeless families across nine cities. Results show high residential stability for families, regardless of the case management model used.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Public Health
- Urban Studies
Background:
- Homelessness among families presents significant societal challenges.
- Effective housing interventions are crucial for family stability.
- Services-enriched housing models aim to address multifaceted needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the implementation and early outcomes of a large-scale, services-enriched housing program.
- To examine differing models of case management and service access within the program.
- To assess the impact of the program on families' residential stability.
Main Methods:
- Multi-site evaluation across nine metropolitan areas.
- Description of various case management and service access models.
- Analysis of early reports on family residential stability.
Main Results:
- High levels of residential stability reported for participating families.
- Positive early outcomes observed across diverse service models.
- Successful implementation of a large-scale housing intervention.
Conclusions:
- Services-enriched housing programs demonstrate effectiveness in promoting family stability.
- Program flexibility in case management models supports positive outcomes.
- Large-scale interventions can successfully address family homelessness.