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A commentary on: Demonstrating the Effectiveness of Housing Support Services for People with Mental Health Problems: A Review by Nicholas Pleace and Alison Wallace, Centre for Housing Policy, University of York
- Author:
- JOHNSON Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Housing Care and Support, 14(4), 2011, pp.127-133.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This paper provides a commentary on a recently published study by the Centre for Housing Policy (CHP) which discusses the complexities of research in housing related support in the UK context. It aims to explore the strengths and limitations of the study; and the potential wider relevance outside the UK research context. The CHP report raises important questions over the complexities of evidencing innovative services. Despite some omissions, it should be helpful to health local commissioners in assessing the value of services; and the further research the report proposes is to be welcomed. The report also provides an introduction to “housing related support” for an international research audience, less familiar with the UK social policy and funding context.
Do “complex needs” need “complex needs services”? – part one
- Author:
- JOHNSON Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 17(3), 2013, pp.127-134.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose – This paper – the first of two – aims to trace the origins of, and suggest the underlying intentions behind, the recent appearance of the new term “complex needs”, amongst commissioners, service providers and some service user groups. Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes a narrative approach, describing the early appearance of the term “complex needs” in services for those excluded from and/or stigmatised in mental health services. This is then contextualised with UK Government policy papers. Findings – Contemporary usage of the term “complex needs” may at times be inconsistent and confusing; but it reflects government concerns that service provision has become too narrow in focus, and less needs-led. The concept embodies an implicit critique of overly narrow practice, and holds the prospect of more systemic change. Originality/value – “Complex needs” is relatively new, as a quasi-technical term; as is any analysis locating its usage in the context of current overly narrow service definitions. (Publisher abstract)