Urban Rehab Program Evaluation Proposal

SSRD Research Proposal: Program Evaluation Proposal

  • Research Purpose: Evaluate effectiveness of mental health and substance use services by Urban Rehab, focusing on symptom reduction and overall well-being.
  • Target Population: Individuals with limited access to behavioral health care, including low-income and justice-involved individuals.
  • Key Program Offerings: Trauma-informed, evidence-based services including individual/group counseling, peer support, and wellness education.

Introduction

  • Urban Rehab's aim to aid those with both mental health and substance use problems.
  • Need for evaluation to confirm program efficacy.

Urban Rehab Overview

  • Mission: Support clients facing substance use, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
  • Core Services:
    • Individual/group counseling
    • Relapse prevention strategies
    • Life skills workshops
    • Community resource referrals
  • Evaluation Goals: Assess impacts on anxiety, depression, and substance misuse with tools like PHQ-9, GAD-7, AUDIT, DAST.

Literature Review Findings

  • Study Reviewed: "Routine Care of Substance Use Disorders Within Mental Health Services"
    • Key Findings:
    • Fragmented care with separate treatments for mental health & substance use.
    • Inconsistent substance use screenings.
    • Underutilization of evidence-based practices.
    • Barriers include lack of training and resources.
    • Relevance: Urban Rehab's model integrates mental health and substance use care, focusing on individualized and dual-diagnosis treatment.

Program Goals and Objectives

  • Goal: Foster healing and resilience in impacted communities.
    • Objectives:
    • Serve 100 clients/year; 75% report improvement.
    • Conduct 4 community workshops/year; achieve 60% awareness increase.
    • Execute 2 advocacy campaigns/year; aiming for 50% community participation growth.

Program Components

  • Assessment & Intake: Utilize PHQ-9, GAD-7, DAST, AUDIT for baseline data.
  • Therapeutic Interventions: Incorporate CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and relapse prevention.
  • Ongoing Monitoring: Regular progress tracking and adjustment of treatment plans based on client needs.

Evaluation Methodology

  • Research Design: A-B-A model combining qualitative and quantitative methods.
    • Phase A: 2-week assessment (baseline).
    • Phase B: 6-week intervention phase.
    • Post-Assessment: 2-week withdrawal assessment to identify intervention impacts.
  • Sampling Methods:
    • Purposive (targeted insights) and Convenience Sampling (quick data collection).

Data Collection and Measurement

  • Tools: Pre/post surveys, focus groups, and standardized instruments like PHQ-9 and GAD-7 to measure outcomes.
  • Challenges: Low participation rates, inaccurate data reports, tech issues.

Analysis Plan

  • Quantitative Analysis: Descriptive stats and paired t-tests for pre/post comparison.
  • Socio-Demographic Analysis: Cross-tabulations to relate demographic variables with outcomes.

Expected Results

  • Improved mental health outcomes, reduced substance use symptoms:
    • Goals: Better daily functioning and increased engagement with support services.
    • Participant satisfaction with program efficacy.

Risk Mitigation Strategies

  • Participant Recruitment: Community partnerships, referral systems, incentive offerings.
  • Data Collection Delays: Scheduling backups, options for remote compliance.
  • Implementation Variability: Monitoring fidelity of interventions via ongoing training.
  • Ethical Concerns: Training staff, regular audits for data protection.