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Understanding the Implementation Process of a Multi‐Component Health Promotion Intervention for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities in Sweden
Author(s) -
Sundblom Elinor,
Bergström Helena,
Ellinder Liselotte Schäfer
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.056
H-Index - 63
eISSN - 1468-3148
pISSN - 1360-2322
DOI - 10.1111/jar.12139
Subject(s) - intervention (counseling) , psychological intervention , health promotion , process (computing) , psychology , promotion (chess) , focus group , citizen journalism , medical education , nursing , applied psychology , medicine , public health , business , marketing , political science , computer science , politics , law , operating system
Background There is a need to better understand implementation processes of health interventions. This study describes the implementation of a multicomponent intervention to improve diet and physical activity among adults with intellectual disabilities, viewed from the perspectives of staff and managers. Materials and Methods All health ambassadors ( n = 12), appointed among staff and managers ( n = 5) taking part of a health intervention in community residences in Sweden, were interviewed with a focus on barriers and facilitators regarding implementation of the intervention. Data were analysed using content analysis. Results The overarching theme describes the importance of supporting motivation for change among managers, caregivers and residents. The experiences of the implementation process are described in four main categories: intervention characteristics, individual commitment, organizational capacity and societal factors. Conclusion The implementation can be facilitated by a programme meeting perceived needs, a flexible and participatory approach, external input and an extensive preparation phase.