Within three local authority Case Studies, we will explore:
- the feasibility of implementing a combination of asset / strength-based innovations alongside one another
- whether this can be shown to be delivering synergies and broader system change, and
- whether such combinations can deliver outcomes that enhance the quality of life of those who are in need of help and support, while also reducing overall need for social care and health services.
The research will have 3 strands:
A. Process evaluation
Analysis of documents and interviews / focus groups with key stakeholders, including managers, practitioners, citizens and family members,
to explore how change is being conceptualised and implemented.
B. Changing practice
Using an analysis of case records, staff surveys and other data to evidence how attitudes and practices are (or are not changing) in the direction of asset or strengths based practice.
C. Experience and outcomes – citizens and family members
Through a combination of surveys and individual interviews, exploration of how engagement with asset / strengths based services has impacted on people’s quality of life, opportunities and connectivity with others – and on their use of social care and health services.