Abstract
Adoption of evidence-based programs for families by community agencies requires an understanding of variables that influence
implementation. Managers and service providers from 64 community agencies reported on variables that affected the implementation
of Triple P, an evidence-based parenting program. Both types of stakeholders reported adequate office resources; over half
the managers and over two-thirds of service providers reported adequate training. Adequate office resources and positive agency
characteristics, including organizational climate, were associated with higher program usage. Service providers’ reports of
the variables impacted their individual adherence rates; managers had broader perspectives of the quality of implementation
in their organizations.
implementation. Managers and service providers from 64 community agencies reported on variables that affected the implementation
of Triple P, an evidence-based parenting program. Both types of stakeholders reported adequate office resources; over half
the managers and over two-thirds of service providers reported adequate training. Adequate office resources and positive agency
characteristics, including organizational climate, were associated with higher program usage. Service providers’ reports of
the variables impacted their individual adherence rates; managers had broader perspectives of the quality of implementation
in their organizations.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Category Original Paper
- Pages 1-11
- DOI 10.1007/s10488-011-0371-y
- Authors
- Veronica Asgary-Eden, School of Psychology, University of Ottawa, 136 Jean Jacques Lussier, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
- Catherine M. Lee, School of Psychology, University of Ottawa, 136 Jean Jacques Lussier, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
- Journal Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research
- Online ISSN 1573-3289
- Print ISSN 0894-587X