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Evaluating VoorZorg-Verder: Examining implementation challenges and program effectiveness
Stoffels, M.E. (2024) Evaluating VoorZorg-Verder: Examining implementation challenges and program effectiveness.
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| Abstract: | VoorZorg-Verder aims to improve the developmental chances for the child and to prevent (severe) parenting problems. The program is based on several scientific theories and is executed by specially trained VoorZorg nurses. VoorZorg-Verder started in 2016 and has not been evaluated since.This study provides a process- and an effect evaluation of VoorZorg-Verder. Semi-structured interviews were used to find answers to the research question. The questions in the interviews were based on the CDC framework, MIDI framework and the goals of VoorZorg-Verder. The interviews were transcribed, coded, and analyzed. Eventually four VoorZorg nurses participated in the research. The process evaluation showed that there currently is a low degree of implementation, which means that not all planned activities are being carried out. Next to that, the factors that facilitate the implementation are participant satisfaction, staff perceptions, clarity of communication, social support, and self-efficacy. The factors that impede the implementation are alternatives, materials, and money. The effect evaluation showed that all but one goal is being reached with VoorZorg-Verder. The only goal that is not reached is more knowledge about attachment. Based on these conclusions, VoorZorg-Verder should be continued and improved. Not only would it be great for the clients if VoorZorg-Verder continues and improves, but also for the VoorZorg nurses. All nurses who were interviewed were very positive about the program. However, there is a consideration to keep in mind while reading the results of this study, only four nurses were interviewed, which could cause response bias. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | TNW: Science and Technology |
| Subject: | 01 general works |
| Programme: | Health Sciences MSc (66851) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/103715 |
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