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A collaborative multi-method service evaluation of alcohol assertive outreach in Hull (CoACH)

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Previous studies have demonstrated that the clinical needs amongst a small group of high impact service users with alcohol dependence and comorbid problems, who disproportionately account for the greatest use of hospital services, are best served by integrated and intensive models of support which prioritise engagement before specific alcohol treatment goals. The model of an Alcohol Assertive Outreach Treatment Team (AAOT) has been used effectively to improve access to high standards of evidence-based care to high impact service users.

In line with Priority 3 of Hull City Council’s Strategic Plan (2022-2025), an AAOT service has been commissioned and is being delivered by ReNew, Change Grow Live (CGL) in Hull, the existing provider of specialist alcohol services across Hull City Council.

The University of Hull has received funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Mental Health Implementation Network to evaluate the implementation of this new service.

This multi method evaluation will include:

A clinical audit, which will examine the characteristics of the service users engaged and treated by the Hull AAOT Team, assess the impact of the service on clinical measures and hospital admissions and assess the service’s fidelity to the high-quality model of AAOT established in the existing evidence.

A qualitative study involving interviews and focus groups with service users under the AAOT Team, AAOT Team staff members, and key stakeholders. The quality study will use the theoretical lens of Proctor et al.’s implementation outcomes through which to explore the acceptability, feasibility, and impact of implementing AAOT and fidelity to the high-quality model of AAOT.

Type of Project Standard
Project Acronym COACH – Collaborative Assertive Care in Hull
Status Project Live
Funder(s) National Institute for Health Research
Value £145,600.00
Project Dates Jan 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2025

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