Scottish Government

by Craigforth
ISBN 978 0 7559 7164 0 (Web only publication)
ISSN 0950 2254
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CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. INTRODUCTION
Background
Study Aim and Objectives
Changed Context

2. THE PILOT
Scope and Management of the Pilot
Profile of Pilot Participants
The Evaluation

3. MEASURING OUTCOMES FOR INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS
Accuracy
Consistency
Relevance for the Individual
Appropriateness for all Needs and Clients

4. MEASURING IMPACTS ACROSS EACH LOCAL AUTHORITY
Introduction
Consistency of Completion
Accuracy of Completion
Relevance to the Local Authority
Alignment and Integration

5. DATA COLLECTION ISSUES
Introduction
Sole Data Request
Efficient Data Collection and Transfer
Manageable Additional Burdens
Management Tool
Proportionate resource implications

6. INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL PUBLIC AND MINISTERIAL REPORTING
Introduction
Relevant Information
Alignment with National Outcomes

7. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Future Role
'Ownership'
Measuring the Preventative Impact (Counterfactual)
Achieving Consistency and Accuracy
Relevance to Service Users

APPENDIX 1 Key Tasks in Brief

APPENDIX 2 Evaluation of Supporting People (Housing Support) Outcomes Framework, Evaluation Framework

APPENDIX 3 National Outcomes Frameworks: Community Care Measures 2008

The views expressed in this report are those of the researcher and
do not necessarily represent those of the Department or Scottish Ministers.