AN EVALUATION OF ST. MARTIN CATHOLIC SOCIAL APOSTOLATE’S ADDICTION TREATMENT APPROACH, AND INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT REHABILITATION PROGRAMME
Abstract
Purpose of Study: The purpose was to evaluate the effectiveness of St. Martin CSA’s addiction treatment approach and IOP in improving clients’ quality of life and facilitating recovery.
Problem Statement: Laikipia County shares a significant portion of 35 million people in substance addiction globally. St. Martin (CSA) seeks to address this gap through the community-based intervention. The effectiveness of the approach remained largely unknown.
Methodology: Employing a mixed-method research design, the evaluation involved 133 program beneficiaries and key stakeholders. Quantitative data were collected through structured questionnaires, while qualitative insights were gathered from focus group discussions and interviews. Percentages and means, descriptive statistics, and one-way ANOVA inferential statistics were used to compare clients’ functioning pre- and post-treatment. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically to identify emerging trends.
Result: Key findings indicated improvement in overall quality of life post-rehabilitation. Relapse was at 55% within the first six months. However, 86% sustained sobriety at the time of data collection.
Recommendation: There was a need for sufficient monitoring of all program activities through proper documentation of individual clients’ progress and enhancement of aftercare services.
Keywords: Intensive Outpatient Rehabilitation, St Martin CSA, Addiction Treatment Approach, Community-Based Rehabilitation
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