Evaluating fidelity and feasibility of the self-management of well-being intervention for long-term social assistance recipients

Abstract

ABSTRACT Background. This study assessed fidelity and feasibility of the Self-Management of Well-being (SMW) intervention for long-term social assistance recipients (SARs). Methods. Next to evaluation forms and on-site observations, semi-structured interviews with participants and teachers were used, which were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was performed using ATLAS.ti 23. Results. The intervention was executed with high fidelity, and seems feasible for the target population. Teachers and participants were positive about the intervention, its complexity, facilitation strategies, recruitment, quality of delivery, participant responsiveness, acceptability, and suitability. Participant dropout was relatively high. Discussion. This study contributes to improving the well-being of long-term SARs, as it provides an adequate support tool for this group. Drop-out remains a challenge. The positive results encourage widespread dissemination of the intervention. A study on its effectiveness is underway.

Keywords

• process evaluation
• self-management of well-being intervention
• social assistance recipients
• long-term unemployment
• fidelity
• feasibility