Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of Plymouth Pathfinder

The Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) was commissioned to undertake the evaluation of the Plymouth Pathfinder programme, which aimed to maximise the benefits physical activity can bring to two cohorts of children and young people with the most potential to gain; those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACE); and those who have special educational needs (SEN).

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Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of Ageing Well Torbay

The Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) was commissioned to undertake the evaluation of the Ageing Well Torbay (AWT) programme, a collaborative effort between older people, voluntary and public sector agencies.

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Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of Positive People and Hopeful Families

The Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) recently completed the evaluation of five Building Better Opportunities (BBO) programmes; ‘Positive People, which was delivered in West Cornwall, South and East Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset; and ‘Hopeful Families’.

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Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of the Veterans’ Advocacy People service

The Advocacy People commissioned the Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) to conduct a rigorous and independently verified evaluation of The Veterans' Advocacy People (VAP) service, in order to broaden understanding of military advocacy and any associated benefits.

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Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of WorkFit

The Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) took on the role of the evaluation partner for Plymouth's local WorkFit project, a collaborative effort between Pluss CIC and Livewell Southwest. This innovative project introduces a fast-track, early intervention model of support for individuals grappling with mental health and/or musculoskeletal conditions and are at risk of, or entering, sickness absence.

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Donna Vascott Donna Vascott

Evaluation of Pause Plymouth

The Social Research Unit (formerly SERIO) has undertaken a crucial role in the evaluation of Pause Plymouth, a part of the Pause Programme dedicated to supporting women facing recurrent care proceedings.

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