A mixed-methods evaluative study of the life model of residential care for trauma-affected children and youth

Shamra Boel-Studt; Megan Deichen Hansen; Taylor Dowdy-Hazlett

doi:10.1080/15548732.2023.2204828

A mixed-methods evaluative study of the life model of residential care for trauma-affected children and youth

Shamra Boel-Studt, Megan Deichen Hansen, Taylor Dowdy-Hazlett

College of Social Work

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Abstract

We examined the Life Model of residential care for trauma-affected foster youth with life-skill deficits. Staff interviews described implementation. The Community-Oriented Programs Environment Scale, completed by youth and staff, assessed the care environment. The Child Assessment of Needs and Strengths, the Life Assessment, and discharge data were available for 42 youth. Results from the COPES indicated moderate-high scores on relationship, personal growth, and system maintenance. Paired-samples t-tests showed improvements in functioning, behavioral/emotional needs, and strengths. RMANOVAs of the Life Assessment showed youth experienced growth in spirituality/culture, education, vocation, and overall development. Most youth discharged to family-based placements or independent living.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	397-421
Number of pages	25
Journal	Journal of Public Child Welfare
Volume	18
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/15548732.2023.2204828
State	Published - 2024

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Keywords

Residential group care
child welfare
foster care
high-risk youth
trauma

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Developmental and Educational Psychology
Sociology and Political Science

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