Community Helps Network

By
Shelbi McMillan

The lack of participation and

involvement in (PSR) Psychosocial

Rehabilitation Group. I was interested
with the consumers outlook on their
environmental, community involvement,
participation, and interventions.

The adults that attend the (PSR) group

have neither a behavior, learning, or

mental diagnoses. They are 18 years of
age or older. They are not required to
attend the group session.

Consumers
Consumers core family
Community
Program leader
Agency

I designed a survey to receive data on the

clients thoughts about safety, service
received, climate of environment, and
staff

Psychosocial
Rehabilitation (PSR)
Sessions

I introduced the

Survey to the group members.

First, Why
1. This included the importance of the survey
2. Answer honesty
3. How something as small as a survey can created change.
Second, How
1. Survey (open ended question and closed ended questions
2. Read questions out-loud
3. I elaborated on questions by giving examples.

Discussion, in a informal style.

Off-site community activities
On-hands activities that may enhance the lesson.
Visual aids during interventions
Volunteer Service (Rest Home)
Social off site activities (Bowling/Movies)
Exercise
Educational information
Budgeting education, bank accounts

I met with the group leader and we discussed the groups surveys and their
additional feedback about services received. He identified issues that will need
to be handle before we could implement some of clients desire. One, the
company transportation is being serviced . Two, gathering information about
community agencies that would allow the group to come volunteer and their
protocol for volunteering. Third, dates, times, and funding had to be identified
to be able to have new activities implemented. The group leader and myself has
to have a meeting with the supervisor and the agency director. Afterwards, we
will be able to give the group some feedback.

To: Wesley Baldwin

From: Shelbi McMillan/Intern-(PSR)
Date: October 24, 2014

Subject: A proposal for funding to organize social events and off-site activities for the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Group.

Proposal Purpose

This proposal offers a solution to increase Psychosocial Rehabilitation Group (PRS) members social exposure by providing consistent
opportunities for more social involvement, social exposure, and social skills development of the individuals Person Center Plan
(PCP). The issue of not providing routine social exposure, social involvement, and social activities is that the group is not provided the
opportunity to practice, develop, and adopt through social transmission of information and behaviors. Group members continually
become frustrated and discouraged because it is difficult to practice current knowledge without community involvement, on-hands
activities, and social exposure which are crucial for effective learning and implementation.

I suggest that we provide two social opportunities monthly so that the group members will be receive social exposure, social
involvement, and a setting to participate social skill building and will therefore be able integrate social interventions learned while in
the (PSR) group setting.
Research on the Purpose: Research provided by Benchi, J. (2013) and colleagues shows that service activities promotes civic
engagement. In addition, participation of service activities contributes to the development of ones autonomy, belongingness, and
competence. According to the self-determination theory, having the three basic needs met will foster motivation and self-regulation.
Benchi, J., Jones, J., Stroup, J., & Warnaar B., (2013) Participation as Relational Process: Unpacking Involvement in Social Action and
Community Service Retrieved on October 24, 2014 from http://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1016820.pdf

Research on the Purpose: Research conducted by Acar, H. (2010) and colleagues suggests that a direct pedagogical approach which
is knowledge in classroom also out of the class room setting is vital to observe the consumers knowledge of interventions learned. An
Outside setting provides an opportunity for the consumers to practice interventions in a safe atmosphere with staff support. In
addition, the research highlights that various setting serve as a subtle teacher. For instance, sports setting teach cooperation,
competition, and sportsmanship skills because of the nature of the environment.
zdemir, U., Acar, Y., Acar, H., & Duyan, V. (2010). SOCIAL SKILL LEVELS OF STUDENTS OF SOCIAL WORK: DO

Problem
The problem of not providing routine social opportunities is that group members may attend psychosocial sessions and retain knowledge of
interventions however they may be limited in the overall understanding of the application of interventions due to limited access to social outlets.
This means that if group members have limited resources like transportation, financial, and support difficulties it affects the chances of group
members being exposed to social opportunities outside of psychosocial group sessions.
However, this need can be addressed during psychosocial sessions. This need arises at various times. For example, the need was presented
through a survey and group discussions.
Because of the length of time it takes to provide social opportunities, it may be beneficial to start with realistic social settings and opportunities to
ensure a stable routine. Almost everything done in a classroom connects to cognitive thought process, emotions, and behaviors, therefore these
core objectives will be developed, enhanced, and supported through social opportunities with staff(s) support.
Research on problem:
Solution to the Problem
I propose that the psychosocial group receives funding to provide monthly social outlets that are focused on social education, social skill building,
and social interactions.
Overall Activity Goals.
The goal of the proposal is to receive funding for the following up-coming social activities
Research on Solution: According to McReynolds (2002), Rehabilitation professionals that foster community integration and independence by
implementing several designs will provide the following; increase social connections, serve as a normalizing factor, reduce stigmatization, and
provide societal roles.
McReynolds, C. (2002) Psychiatric Rehabilitation: The Need for a Specialized Approach. Retrieved on October 24, 2014 from
http://www.psychosocial.com/IJPR_7/approach.html, International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation. 7, 61-69.
DATE/AMOUNT/SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY
[10-24-2014] [$ 30.00] [SCC Educational Awareness]
[11-5-2014] [$50.00] [Social Exposure]
[11-25-14] [thanksgiving dinner w/family] [Social Skill Opportunity]
Costs
The cost to provide monthly social opportunities will increase. However, the benefits of implementing this approach in the PSR setting will
support group members (PCP), increase positive group bonds, and provide on-hands in the environment.
Several Mental Health Agencies are in operation and being developed therefore the (PSR) group at Community Helps Needs (CHN) wants to be
effective and productive in our various approaches to supporting consumers (PCP) and providing integration of knowledge through application in
the environment.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I think that providing funding for social opportunities will be beneficial for the Psychosocial Rehabilitation Group (PSR) and
Community Helps Needs. Our society is continuously evolving and the traditional methods/approaches of group setting with minimal on-hands
are decreasing. In addition, I think that social outlets will increase (PSR) members positive social skills, social involvement, and social exposure.
I think that this will help (CHN) stay competitive and effective a Mental Health provider. In addition, I think that it will strengthen the bond
between the consumers and the agency.
Thank you for considering providing funding for the (PSR) Consumers and Staff!

In the community, I visited to group homes in Raeford.

Open Arms Rest Home, 110 Campus Ave. Raeford, NC 28376 and Autumn
Care of Raeford located at 1206 N. Fulton Street, Raeford, NC 28376.
I spoke with the Coordinator at both Rest Homes about the PSR providing
volunteer Services and the protocol that has to be implemented.
Result: Was that both Rest Home could not utilize all group members at the
same time and we could not provide volunteer services based on two group
members at one time.

Early Voting Registration and Information

I visited the Board of Elections Office, 227 North main Street, Raeford, NC
28376. I spoke with Mrs. Towanna and her Supervisor to set up at date for the
PSR group to be exposed to information on voting, voting application, poll
locations, voting ballets, etc.
Result: The PSR Group members that were not registered felt like their vote
would not make a difference. They decided that they did not want to
participate in this intervention.

Movie
I spoke with the PSR group on social activities. One activity mentions was
movies. I organized a date/time/transportation/funding so that the group
could attend the movies. I spoke with the manager to receive approval.

Result: PSR attended the movies and luncheon on November 5th . They
enjoyed the social outing which allowed me to create a therapeutic bond
with group members within a social environment.

Education
I create a intervention on the pros and cons of education afterward
presented it to the Group.
I asked Group if they are interested in an educational exposure.
I visited SCC in Raeford and spoke with the Director. Afterwards I spoke
with the coordinators of SUCCESS adult education and the basic adult
education programs. I organized a date so that the group could be exposed
to information, programs, and college environment.
Result: Two group member are set up to take the assessment in order to
complete their GED. Some members are contemplating returning to school
for an education in different programs.

Thanksgiving Dinner
The Group and I developed a thanksgiving event which has been anon going
project . We created Invitations, menu, decorations, coordinated outside
presentations, developed group presentations, dress attire, door prizes,
social activities, established date/time/location.
Result: Pending, Nov 26th/10:30/Downstairs Building

Videos
White Board
Role Playing
Visual Lessons
On hand lessons

Bowling
I organized a bowling trip for the PSR group on December 10th at 11:00. I
communicated with the group social outing and I received a approval from the
manager

Result: Pending date December 10th