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Implementing supported housing: current trends and future directions
1Trinity College of Vermont, USA.
New Directions for Mental Health Services
|July 1, 1997
Summary
Supported housing is effective for psychiatric disabilities, with four main approaches: residential services, intensive case management, hybrid models, and homeless outreach. Evaluating local options requires considering flexibility and responsibility.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Social Work
Background:
- Supported housing is a preferred and effective model for individuals with psychiatric disabilities.
- Four distinct approaches to supported housing have emerged: residential services, intensive case management, hybrid models, and homeless outreach.
Observation:
- The effectiveness of supported housing is well-documented for consumers with psychiatric disabilities.
- Different models of supported housing cater to varied needs and preferences.
Findings:
- The four primary approaches to supported housing include residential services, intensive case management, hybrid models, and homeless outreach.
- Evaluating the suitability of these supported housing models in local settings presents challenges related to flexibility and responsibility.
Implications:
- Understanding the nuances of each supported housing approach is crucial for effective implementation.
- Local decision-making regarding supported housing must balance consumer preferences with practical considerations of flexibility and responsibility.
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