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jointly sponsored a project for the development of statewide organizations for parents of childre... more jointly sponsored a project for the development of statewide organizations for parents of children with emotional disorders. The Statewide Parent Organization Demonstration Project (SPODP) has two major goals: to stimulate and support the development of model statewide parent organizations that have the capacity to provide technical assistance, information, support, and networks to parents and parent organizations within states; and to evaluate the conceptualization, implementation, and outcome of these models to inform decision-makers about the most effective approaches in promoting such activity within states. The SPODP funded five extant parent organizations to develop statewide parent networks and organizational structures, in Hawaii, Minnesota, Montana, Virginia, and Wisconsin. This report describes development of the SPODP and examines the accomplishments of the organizations in the five states selected as demonstration sites. The description of each state's project is followed by a summary of quarterly data submitted by the project. The report concludes with results from a qualitative research study of the five parent organizations' goal attainment and issues and barriers impeding implementation of a statewide parent organization. Results suggest that local groups need 2-3 years and resourcos of approximately $30,000 per year to eatablish a strong and well-functioning statewide parent organization. (JDD)
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, Oct 6, 2022
This final report discusses the outcomes of the Family Connections Research and Demonstration Pro... more This final report discusses the outcomes of the Family Connections Research and Demonstration Project, a project funded by the Oregon Center for Mental Health Services to study the effectiveness of an intervention designed to address the major problems related to services initiation and continuance within the children's mental health system. The intervention was delivered by Family Associates, parents without mental health training who acted as a system guide to low-income families whose children had been referred to mental health services through the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) program. The family associate provided emotional support, information about mental health services and community resources, and direct assistance such as help with transportation and child care. A comparison of 96 families from intervention counties and 143 families from comparison counties indicated that families in the intervention group were significantly more likely to initiate children's mental health services than were those in the comparison group, that they reported higher levels of empowerment, and greater positive change in family well-being during the time they worked with the Family Associate. Appendices include relevant forms, interviews, and questionnaires. (Contains 105 references.) (CR)
Best Practices in Mental Health, 2011
The authors of this article seek to explain the dramatic rise of family member and youth influenc... more The authors of this article seek to explain the dramatic rise of family member and youth influence in the field of children's mental health over the last twenty-five years, using a classic framework addressing interpersonal influence. The article also describes the contribution of the Research and Training Center on Family Support and Children's Mental Health to these changes, largely through its research on ways to strengthen family and youth participation, organizing, and effective advocacy. After reviewing how and why family and youth voice has increased so dramatically, the authors present examples of how increased family and youth voice has stimulated changes in practice, service infrastructure, and policy to achieve a more family-driven and youth-guided system of care. Four examples address the rise and impact of the authentic participation of family members and youth: family advocacy organizations, families as policymakers, family members' influence on research, and families and the wraparound process.
Oxford University Press eBooks, Dec 30, 2009
Chapter Three Under New Management: Research Collaboration with Family Members and Youth Nancy Ko... more Chapter Three Under New Management: Research Collaboration with Family Members and Youth Nancy Koroloff, Trina Osher, Pauline Jivanjee, Michael ... catchment area be represented on the center's advisory board and involved in evaluation of center services (Pinto & Fiester ...
PubMed, Jul 1, 2006
More than 80% of African Americans in Oregon reside in the Portland metropolitan area; African Am... more More than 80% of African Americans in Oregon reside in the Portland metropolitan area; African Americans comprise 1.7% of the state's population. Although relatively small, the African American population in the state experiences substantial health disparities. The African American Health Coalition, Inc was developed to implement initiatives that would reduce these disparities and to promote increased communication and trust between the African American community and local institutions and organizations. One of these initiatives is an annual Wellness Week featuring an African American Wellness Village. The Wellness Village uses a model of cultural sensitivity to provide access to free health screenings, links between health care organizations and African American community members, and health education and information. The African American Health Coalition, Inc obtained a Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) 2010 grant to sustain this programming. The Wellness Village is supported by five major sponsors; annual attendance has ranged from 700 to 900 participants. The African American Health Coalition's evaluation of the event indicates that more than 50% of respondents identify the Wellness Village as the only place that they receive health screenings. Participants with access to screenings elsewhere report that a culturally sensitive environment that inspires trust is the reason they prefer the screenings offered at the Wellness Village. Culturally sensitive health fairs such as the Wellness Village may play an important role in bringing preventive health screenings to African American communities. Collaboration between black and white health care providers is critical in this effort. Partnerships must be built at multiple levels, including institutions to provide financial resources and in-kind donations, community members to assist with outreach and recruitment, and health care professionals to conduct screenings and services.
Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research, Feb 19, 2015
Community Mental Health Journal, Aug 1, 1995
Family participation in shaping system reforms in children's mental health has increased over the... more Family participation in shaping system reforms in children's mental health has increased over the past ten years. In 1990 the National Institute of Mental Health funded the development and enhancement of 15 statewide advocacy organizations that were to be controlled and staffed by families of children who have serious emotional disorders. These family advocacy organizations had three major goals: to establish support networks, to advocate for service system reforms, and to develop statewide family advocacy networks. Seven family advocacy networks worked with sponsoring organizations because they needed assistance and/or could not receive funding directly. State and local chapters of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and the National Mental Health Association served in this capacity. Because there were no guidelines to educate sponsoring organizations about their interorganizational roles and responsibilities, staff of some sponsoring organizations used approaches that were supportive and effective, while staff in other organizations used methods that were counterproductive. The information and recommendations discussed in this paper are based on evaluation data and observations of the relationships between seven sponsoring organizations and family advocacy groups over a three-year period. This paper proposes a conceptual framework that includes: (1) a clear definition of the sponsoring organization's roles, and (2) an analysis of the advantages, limitations, and critical issues for the sponsoring organization.
Administration in Social Work, Oct 26, 1996
PubMed, 2004
Wellness Within REACH (WWR) aims to saturate the heart of the African-American community in Portl... more Wellness Within REACH (WWR) aims to saturate the heart of the African-American community in Portland, Oregon, with culturally appropriate physical activity opportunities. The purpose of this project is to develop and implement no-cost physical activities to increase the number of African Americans leading active lifestyles, while shifting the community norm. Certified African-American instructors conduct exercise classes at community venues. A pre- and post-questionnaire is administered to participants attending exercise classes each quarter, to assess frequency of attendance, lifestyle changes, and attitudes over time. To date, more than 700 individuals have participated in the WWR classes. Participants (58%) in a recent sample (N=75) reported exercising more now than in the 6 months prior to joining the program. Community members are bringing members of their social networks to try classes otherwise not available or affordable to them. By centering classes around the culture of this specific community, WWR has become a "movement" of healthy, active living.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 2012
Because most programs serve either children and their families or adults, a critical component of... more Because most programs serve either children and their families or adults, a critical component of service and treatment continuity in mental health and related services for individuals transitioning into adulthood (ages 14-25) is coordination across programs on either side of the adult age divide. Methods: This study was conducted in Clark County, Washington, a community that had received a Partnership for Youth Transition grant from the Federal Center for Mental Health Services. Social Network Analysis methodology was used to describe the strength and direction of each organization's relationship to other organizations in the transition network. Interviews were conducted before grant implementation (n=103) and again four years later (n=99). Results: The findings of the study revealed significant changes in the nature of relationships between organizations over time. While the overall density of the transition service network remained stable, specific ways of connecting did change. Some activities became more decentralized while others became more inclusive as evidenced by the increase in size of the largest K-core. This was particularly true for the activity of "receiving referrals." These changes reflected more direct contact between child and adult serving organizations. Conclusions and Implications for Practice: The two separate child and adult systems identified at baseline appeared more integrated by the end of the grant period. Having greater connectivity among all organizations regardless of ages served should benefit youth and young adults of transition age. This study provides further evidence that Social Network Analysis is a useful method for measuring change in service system integration over time.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 2012
PUB DATE Sep 89 CONTRACT G008435137 NOTE 205p.; Some print in individual states' policies may not... more PUB DATE Sep 89 CONTRACT G008435137 NOTE 205p.; Some print in individual states' policies may not be legible. PUB TYPE Reports-Descriptive (141)-Guides-Non-Classroom Use (055) EDRS PRICE MF01/PC09 Plus Postage.
This final report, in the form of an executive summary presents the findings of the Families in A... more This final report, in the form of an executive summary presents the findings of the Families in Action project, a 5-year effort to examine the experiences of parents and other members of families of children with emotional disorders as members of policy-related bodies. The project also addressed the development of strategies to enhance parent involvement in policy making bodies. The project conducted a literature review, focus group discussions, and life history interviews. After an introductory section, section 2 of the report summarizes yesults of the focus group life history interviews in terms of barriers to family member participation, strategies for increasing family member participation, training and other methods of providing information, and life histories of eight parents. Section 3 examines five case studies of the experiences of parents and parent organizations in the policy-making process at five demonstration sites. Section 4 presents the results of questionnaire data collected from site participants. Section 5 discusses the implications of the findings for family members and policy-makers interested ir enhancing family member participation on policy-making bodies. Major issues are identified, including the need to involve more family members in the policy process, issues of survival as conflicting with parental desires for policy-making involvement, and whether parent involvement actually changes the service system. Eight appendices include copies of the instruments used in the study, survey data, and other related project materials. (DB)
Journal of Teaching in Social Work, Jan 31, 1990
This study explores the use of a 25-item rating scale for assessing student performance in field ... more This study explores the use of a 25-item rating scale for assessing student performance in field instruction. Thirty-one field instructor and student dyads assessed the student's social work skills before and after first year field instruction. Both students and field instructors ratings reported increased skill at the end of the year. Students with prior social work experience rated themselves as
Community Mental Health Journal, Aug 1, 1991
This study involving more than 800 parents whose children have emotional disorders focuses on com... more This study involving more than 800 parents whose children have emotional disorders focuses on comparisons between parents who are members of support groups and those who are not. While no difference was found between members and non-members on most demographic variables, members reported needing and using more information and services and found each more difficult to locate than non-members. Thirty-one percent of all respondents identified involvement with other parents as the most helpful activity in coping with their child's problems.
Crime & Delinquency, Jul 1, 2006
Psychiatry Information in Brief, Apr 1, 2005
jointly sponsored a project for the development of statewide organizations for parents of childre... more jointly sponsored a project for the development of statewide organizations for parents of children with emotional disorders. The Statewide Parent Organization Demonstration Project (SPODP) has two major goals: to stimulate and support the development of model statewide parent organizations that have the capacity to provide technical assistance, information, support, and networks to parents and parent organizations within states; and to evaluate the conceptualization, implementation, and outcome of these models to inform decision-makers about the most effective approaches in promoting such activity within states. The SPODP funded five extant parent organizations to develop statewide parent networks and organizational structures, in Hawaii, Minnesota, Montana, Virginia, and Wisconsin. This report describes development of the SPODP and examines the accomplishments of the organizations in the five states selected as demonstration sites. The description of each state's project is followed by a summary of quarterly data submitted by the project. The report concludes with results from a qualitative research study of the five parent organizations' goal attainment and issues and barriers impeding implementation of a statewide parent organization. Results suggest that local groups need 2-3 years and resourcos of approximately $30,000 per year to eatablish a strong and well-functioning statewide parent organization. (JDD)
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, Oct 6, 2022
This final report discusses the outcomes of the Family Connections Research and Demonstration Pro... more This final report discusses the outcomes of the Family Connections Research and Demonstration Project, a project funded by the Oregon Center for Mental Health Services to study the effectiveness of an intervention designed to address the major problems related to services initiation and continuance within the children's mental health system. The intervention was delivered by Family Associates, parents without mental health training who acted as a system guide to low-income families whose children had been referred to mental health services through the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) program. The family associate provided emotional support, information about mental health services and community resources, and direct assistance such as help with transportation and child care. A comparison of 96 families from intervention counties and 143 families from comparison counties indicated that families in the intervention group were significantly more likely to initiate children's mental health services than were those in the comparison group, that they reported higher levels of empowerment, and greater positive change in family well-being during the time they worked with the Family Associate. Appendices include relevant forms, interviews, and questionnaires. (Contains 105 references.) (CR)
Best Practices in Mental Health, 2011
The authors of this article seek to explain the dramatic rise of family member and youth influenc... more The authors of this article seek to explain the dramatic rise of family member and youth influence in the field of children's mental health over the last twenty-five years, using a classic framework addressing interpersonal influence. The article also describes the contribution of the Research and Training Center on Family Support and Children's Mental Health to these changes, largely through its research on ways to strengthen family and youth participation, organizing, and effective advocacy. After reviewing how and why family and youth voice has increased so dramatically, the authors present examples of how increased family and youth voice has stimulated changes in practice, service infrastructure, and policy to achieve a more family-driven and youth-guided system of care. Four examples address the rise and impact of the authentic participation of family members and youth: family advocacy organizations, families as policymakers, family members' influence on research, and families and the wraparound process.
Oxford University Press eBooks, Dec 30, 2009
Chapter Three Under New Management: Research Collaboration with Family Members and Youth Nancy Ko... more Chapter Three Under New Management: Research Collaboration with Family Members and Youth Nancy Koroloff, Trina Osher, Pauline Jivanjee, Michael ... catchment area be represented on the center's advisory board and involved in evaluation of center services (Pinto & Fiester ...
PubMed, Jul 1, 2006
More than 80% of African Americans in Oregon reside in the Portland metropolitan area; African Am... more More than 80% of African Americans in Oregon reside in the Portland metropolitan area; African Americans comprise 1.7% of the state's population. Although relatively small, the African American population in the state experiences substantial health disparities. The African American Health Coalition, Inc was developed to implement initiatives that would reduce these disparities and to promote increased communication and trust between the African American community and local institutions and organizations. One of these initiatives is an annual Wellness Week featuring an African American Wellness Village. The Wellness Village uses a model of cultural sensitivity to provide access to free health screenings, links between health care organizations and African American community members, and health education and information. The African American Health Coalition, Inc obtained a Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) 2010 grant to sustain this programming. The Wellness Village is supported by five major sponsors; annual attendance has ranged from 700 to 900 participants. The African American Health Coalition's evaluation of the event indicates that more than 50% of respondents identify the Wellness Village as the only place that they receive health screenings. Participants with access to screenings elsewhere report that a culturally sensitive environment that inspires trust is the reason they prefer the screenings offered at the Wellness Village. Culturally sensitive health fairs such as the Wellness Village may play an important role in bringing preventive health screenings to African American communities. Collaboration between black and white health care providers is critical in this effort. Partnerships must be built at multiple levels, including institutions to provide financial resources and in-kind donations, community members to assist with outreach and recruitment, and health care professionals to conduct screenings and services.
Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research, Feb 19, 2015
Community Mental Health Journal, Aug 1, 1995
Family participation in shaping system reforms in children's mental health has increased over the... more Family participation in shaping system reforms in children's mental health has increased over the past ten years. In 1990 the National Institute of Mental Health funded the development and enhancement of 15 statewide advocacy organizations that were to be controlled and staffed by families of children who have serious emotional disorders. These family advocacy organizations had three major goals: to establish support networks, to advocate for service system reforms, and to develop statewide family advocacy networks. Seven family advocacy networks worked with sponsoring organizations because they needed assistance and/or could not receive funding directly. State and local chapters of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and the National Mental Health Association served in this capacity. Because there were no guidelines to educate sponsoring organizations about their interorganizational roles and responsibilities, staff of some sponsoring organizations used approaches that were supportive and effective, while staff in other organizations used methods that were counterproductive. The information and recommendations discussed in this paper are based on evaluation data and observations of the relationships between seven sponsoring organizations and family advocacy groups over a three-year period. This paper proposes a conceptual framework that includes: (1) a clear definition of the sponsoring organization's roles, and (2) an analysis of the advantages, limitations, and critical issues for the sponsoring organization.
Administration in Social Work, Oct 26, 1996
PubMed, 2004
Wellness Within REACH (WWR) aims to saturate the heart of the African-American community in Portl... more Wellness Within REACH (WWR) aims to saturate the heart of the African-American community in Portland, Oregon, with culturally appropriate physical activity opportunities. The purpose of this project is to develop and implement no-cost physical activities to increase the number of African Americans leading active lifestyles, while shifting the community norm. Certified African-American instructors conduct exercise classes at community venues. A pre- and post-questionnaire is administered to participants attending exercise classes each quarter, to assess frequency of attendance, lifestyle changes, and attitudes over time. To date, more than 700 individuals have participated in the WWR classes. Participants (58%) in a recent sample (N=75) reported exercising more now than in the 6 months prior to joining the program. Community members are bringing members of their social networks to try classes otherwise not available or affordable to them. By centering classes around the culture of this specific community, WWR has become a "movement" of healthy, active living.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 2012
Because most programs serve either children and their families or adults, a critical component of... more Because most programs serve either children and their families or adults, a critical component of service and treatment continuity in mental health and related services for individuals transitioning into adulthood (ages 14-25) is coordination across programs on either side of the adult age divide. Methods: This study was conducted in Clark County, Washington, a community that had received a Partnership for Youth Transition grant from the Federal Center for Mental Health Services. Social Network Analysis methodology was used to describe the strength and direction of each organization's relationship to other organizations in the transition network. Interviews were conducted before grant implementation (n=103) and again four years later (n=99). Results: The findings of the study revealed significant changes in the nature of relationships between organizations over time. While the overall density of the transition service network remained stable, specific ways of connecting did change. Some activities became more decentralized while others became more inclusive as evidenced by the increase in size of the largest K-core. This was particularly true for the activity of "receiving referrals." These changes reflected more direct contact between child and adult serving organizations. Conclusions and Implications for Practice: The two separate child and adult systems identified at baseline appeared more integrated by the end of the grant period. Having greater connectivity among all organizations regardless of ages served should benefit youth and young adults of transition age. This study provides further evidence that Social Network Analysis is a useful method for measuring change in service system integration over time.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 2012
PUB DATE Sep 89 CONTRACT G008435137 NOTE 205p.; Some print in individual states' policies may not... more PUB DATE Sep 89 CONTRACT G008435137 NOTE 205p.; Some print in individual states' policies may not be legible. PUB TYPE Reports-Descriptive (141)-Guides-Non-Classroom Use (055) EDRS PRICE MF01/PC09 Plus Postage.
This final report, in the form of an executive summary presents the findings of the Families in A... more This final report, in the form of an executive summary presents the findings of the Families in Action project, a 5-year effort to examine the experiences of parents and other members of families of children with emotional disorders as members of policy-related bodies. The project also addressed the development of strategies to enhance parent involvement in policy making bodies. The project conducted a literature review, focus group discussions, and life history interviews. After an introductory section, section 2 of the report summarizes yesults of the focus group life history interviews in terms of barriers to family member participation, strategies for increasing family member participation, training and other methods of providing information, and life histories of eight parents. Section 3 examines five case studies of the experiences of parents and parent organizations in the policy-making process at five demonstration sites. Section 4 presents the results of questionnaire data collected from site participants. Section 5 discusses the implications of the findings for family members and policy-makers interested ir enhancing family member participation on policy-making bodies. Major issues are identified, including the need to involve more family members in the policy process, issues of survival as conflicting with parental desires for policy-making involvement, and whether parent involvement actually changes the service system. Eight appendices include copies of the instruments used in the study, survey data, and other related project materials. (DB)
Journal of Teaching in Social Work, Jan 31, 1990
This study explores the use of a 25-item rating scale for assessing student performance in field ... more This study explores the use of a 25-item rating scale for assessing student performance in field instruction. Thirty-one field instructor and student dyads assessed the student's social work skills before and after first year field instruction. Both students and field instructors ratings reported increased skill at the end of the year. Students with prior social work experience rated themselves as
Community Mental Health Journal, Aug 1, 1991
This study involving more than 800 parents whose children have emotional disorders focuses on com... more This study involving more than 800 parents whose children have emotional disorders focuses on comparisons between parents who are members of support groups and those who are not. While no difference was found between members and non-members on most demographic variables, members reported needing and using more information and services and found each more difficult to locate than non-members. Thirty-one percent of all respondents identified involvement with other parents as the most helpful activity in coping with their child's problems.
Crime & Delinquency, Jul 1, 2006
Psychiatry Information in Brief, Apr 1, 2005