Resources

A pioneering new study is set to transform how we tackle homelessness by testing the effectiveness of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) to break the cycle of homelessness for thousands of people.

In our exclusive ‘Meet the Team’ series, we pull back the curtain to introduce you to our IPS Grow Leads. As we share personal insights and professional journeys and delve into each team member’s stories, experiences, and passions, you’ll discover the unique blend of talents that makes up our team at IPS Grow. From the creative minds shaping our strategies to the meticulous hands ensuring precision in execution, each member plays a pivotal role in our shared success and mission to deliver high-quality IPS across the country and build a fairer and more inclusive society.

Discover how England’s IPS representatives made waves at the 2024 International IPS Learning Community Annual Meeting, showcasing innovative approaches and winning accolades – read the full blog post to learn about the exciting developments in IPS and their global impact.

Discover how Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s pioneering strategies, including community outreach, partnerships with BAME organisations, and inclusive recruitment practices, diversified their IPS workforce and enhanced access to culturally sensitive mental health services.

In our exclusive ‘Meet the Team’ series, we pull back the curtain to introduce you to our IPS Grow Leads. As we share personal insights, professional journeys, and delve into the stories, experiences, and passions of each team member, you’ll discover the unique blend of talents that makes up our team at IPS Grow. From the creative minds shaping our strategies to the meticulous hands ensuring precision in execution, each member plays a pivotal role in our shared success and mission to deliver high quality IPS across the country and build a fairer and more inclusive society.

Niall, the Director of IPS Grow writing for IPS Grow, has published a policy note on IPS Grow updating the way we calculate employment rates. We will calculate employment rates based on the proportion of clients who are out-of-work at the start of their IPS service and move into jobs.

Gary Johnston, Director of Operations of Health and Employment Partnerships at Social Finance has reflected on writes on IPS Grows plans to develop a national forum on co-production and identify additional tools and materials to better support this collaborative ethos across organisations.

Clinical myth-buster to share the benefits of IPS.

A Wellness Action Plan (WAP) between employer and employee to support total wellbeing.