A qualitative evaluation of a partnership between a local authority and community organisations to improve mental health and wellbeing.

ABSTRACT: Mental health problems lead to earlier mortality, poor physical health and socioeconomic disadvantage. Some people, including those from black and minority ethnic groups and low-income households, are at higher risk of poor mental health and are less likely to seek support from statutory services. Community Protect (CP) is a model in which a local government public health team acquired funding to support third sector organisations working with marginalised populations. These organisations provided mental health ambassadors, social activities and signposting to mental health support. This qualitative study comprised 28 semi-structured interviews with those involved in delivering CP, and six observations of activities. Topic guides covered barriers and facilitators to CP delivery and perceiv

SUBMITTER: Kidger J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12354107 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature