Implementation of Early Psychosis Intervention Program ... - EENet

68Main challenges to providing psycho-social supports noted by programs:o Many programs reported that mainstream supports are not appropriate (60%) or available(56%). Internally, programs noted a lack of resources (42%) and staff time (39%), especiallyfor small programs.Strategies suggested by programs for providing psychosocial support:o Use of individualized case management to help client reach goals.o Ensure range of disciplines on team to deliver range of psychosocial supports – for smallprograms this might require area/network support.o Proactive support to help clients connect with community resources (e.g., providingtransportation, accompaniment).o Proactive effort to make community specialized services accessible and appropriate for EPIprogram clients – this could be area/network level effort.o Access to research evidence on how to effectively deliver psychosocial support to youngpeople (knowledge to practice).What would help programs in addressing client psychosocial needs:o Formalized community partnerships and better access to appropriate resources for clients inthe community (e.g., mainstream supports for young people, vocational resources, affordableresources for clients).