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Practical issues in developing and operating a halfway house program

A Beigel, H Hollenbach, S Gurgevich

    Hospital & Community Psychiatry
    |August 1, 1977
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    This halfway house program offers structured therapeutic community activities for 25 residents, emphasizing reality problem-solving. It details program goals, operations, and staffing for mental health recovery.

    Area of Science:

    • Mental Health Services
    • Community Psychiatry
    • Rehabilitation Psychology

    Background:

    • Halfway house programs are crucial for mental health recovery and community reintegration.
    • The Southern Arizona Mental Health Center has operated a halfway house program for six years.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the operational framework of a successful halfway house program.
    • To outline the program's goals, referral processes, and staffing structure.

    Main Methods:

    • The program operates as a therapeutic community for 25 residents in four houses.
    • It incorporates structured activities and various treatment modalities.
    • Emphasis is placed on addressing residents' real-world problems.

    Main Results:

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    • A well-defined set of program goals, referral procedures, and staffing patterns has been established.
    • The program utilizes a multidisciplinary staff including director, therapist-counselors, residential counselors, and volunteers.
    • Consultants and community agencies supplement the core staff.

    Conclusions:

    • The described halfway house model provides a comprehensive approach to mental health rehabilitation.
    • The program's structure and staffing support effective resident recovery and community integration.