Outcomes of a care coordinated service model for persons with severe and persistent mental illness: A qualitative study

Anton N Isaacs; Keith Sutton; Kim Dalziel; Darryl Maybery

doi:10.1177/0020764016678014

Outcomes of a care coordinated service model for persons with severe and persistent mental illness: A qualitative study

Int J Soc Psychiatry. 2017 Feb;63(1):40-47. doi: 10.1177/0020764016678014. Epub 2016 Dec 13.

Authors

Anton N Isaacs¹, Keith Sutton¹, Kim Dalziel², Darryl Maybery¹

Affiliations

¹ 1 School of Rural Health (MUDRIH), Monash University, Moe, VIC, Australia.
² 2 Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.

PMID: 28135998
DOI: 10.1177/0020764016678014

Abstract

Background: Owing to difficulties faced by individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) in accessing multiple services, the Australian Government trialed a care coordinated service model called the Partners in Recovery (PIR) initiative.

Material: A total of 45 stakeholders in Gippsland were asked what difference the initiative had made.

Discussion: The PIR initiative benefited not only clients and carers but also service providers. It addressed an unmet need in service delivery for individuals with SPMI.

Conclusion: The PIR initiative has filled a gap in delivery of care for individuals with SPMI in Gippsland.

Keywords: Care coordination; collaborative care; mental disorders; non-clinical mental health services; personal recovery; rehabilitation.

MeSH terms

Adult
Australia
Chronic Disease
Continuity of Patient Care*
Female
Health Personnel*
Health Services Needs and Demand*
Humans
Interviews as Topic
Male
Mental Disorders / therapy*
Mental Health Services / standards*
Qualitative Research