A Care Coordination Model Can Facilitate Interagency Collaboration When Designing Recovery-Oriented Services

J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv. 2019 May 1;57(5):38-43. doi: 10.3928/02793695-20181128-01. Epub 2018 Dec 4.

Abstract

The purpose of the current article is to highlight the potential of a care coordination model in promoting interagency collaboration when designing recovery-oriented services. The authors argue the case using exemplars from the literature and lessons learned from Australia's Partners in Recovery initiative. Interagency collaboration is paramount when designing a recovery-oriented service system. A care coordination model has the potential to overcome most challenges that preclude implementation of service system integration. Although the care coordination model is relatively new in recovery-oriented services and effectiveness studies of this model have yet to be undertaken, the model has the potential to be a viable alternative to service system integration. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 57(5), 38-43.].

MeSH terms

  • Australia
  • Continuity of Patient Care*
  • Cooperative Behavior*
  • Delivery of Health Care, Integrated / methods*
  • Delivery of Health Care, Integrated / trends
  • Humans
  • Mental Disorders / psychology
  • Mental Disorders / rehabilitation*
  • Mental Health Services / trends*
  • Social Support