Resources

We are pleased to announce that Social Finance has secured a new contract with NHS England, enabling us to continue our critical work through IPS Grow.

At IPS Grow, we’re committed to fighting for racial equity and justice in everything that we do. We commit to use our voice to speak out against racism in all its forms and support others in the community to do the same.

RAND Europe has published its independent evaluation of IPS Grow. This evaluation examines the uptake and perceptions of support from IPS Grow by IPS services. RAND Europe also examine the impact that different support had on different services.

As we bid farewell to a year filled with growth, collaboration, and significant milestones for IPS, join Niall, the Director of IPS Grow, on a journey through the achievements that shaped the last 12 months. From groundbreaking initiatives in mental health and substance misuse to expanding IPS into primary care, the IPS community has been a catalyst for transformative change.

IPS is transforming employment opportunities for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, offering a groundbreaking approach to rehabilitation. By integrating employment support directly into treatment services, this innovative programme is providing a critical pathway to dignity, self-sufficiency, and meaningful work for those seeking to rebuild their lives.

As Black History Month 2024 wraps up, IPS Grow reflects on the collective progress made by various services in advancing their Race Equity Action Plans. Notably, a recent study revealed that 46.2% of participants gained employment or educational support within just 132 days, highlighting the effectiveness of IPS and the crucial role of commitment to inclusivity in driving meaningful change across communities.

A new study reveals Individual Placement and Support (IPS) delivers equitable employment outcomes across diverse ethnic groups, with nearly half of participants securing jobs or education within four months.

This guide will help you to support your team members with their mental and physical health and wellbeing at work.

To support staff wellbeing, we have developed this Wellness Action Plan (WAP), a tool which helps all employees manage their mental and physical health and wellbeing at work.

A Work Health and Well-BeingToolkit – Surviving and Thriving at Work