The Clearinghouse also has numerous outside resources available on topics related to mental health. From websites and guides to help consumers navigate the mental health system, to the latest research on consumer-driven services and systems transformation, our library can help you find the information you need.
Use the categories below to help direct your search, or see what we've added lately in the Recently Posted Resources. You can also call us at 1-800-553-4539 or email for more information on any of these topics. Our technical assistance staff can help you find what you're looking for if you don't see it here
This section of ManagementHelp.com describes the process of evaluating nonprofit and for-profit programs. It includes outcomes evaluation and links to further reading.
http://managementhelp.org/evaluation/program-evaluation-guide.htm
"This paper outlines a proposed framework including values, principles and steps, developed by consumers, to evaluate mental health services from a consumer's perspective."
The abstract to this article, published in Australia, is available free at this link. You can purchase the article or pay a flat rate to access all articles on Sage Journals for one day.
"The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has a broad portfolio of mental health research. This report focuses specifically on AHRQ-funded research that has led to the development of programs, methods, and tools for evaluating and improving the quality of mental health services and improving the education of mental health professionals."
"Consumer Quality Initiatives is a mental health consumer-led research, evaluation, and quality improvement nonprofit organization based in Massachusetts. Its mission is to develop opportunities for the meaningful involvement of consumers and family members in all aspects of mental health research and program evaluation. "
Their Web site includes descriptions of their services, as well publications and reports.
This case study of an "employer learning community model" explores the importance of employing peers at mental health programs that want to provide recovery-oriented mental health care. Published on the Website of the Journal of Participatory Medicine.
Susan V. Eisen, Ph.D.; James A. Shaul, M.H.A.; Brian Clarridge, Ph.D.; Deborah Nelson, Ph.D.; James Spink, M.P.A.; Paul D. Cleary, Ph.D. Psychiatric Services, 1999.
Full text in pdf format available.
Evaluation of Programs by Consumers
