Barriers to participation among clients who are currently enrolled in the Senior Connections program at Central Clinic Behavioral Health.
Start Date
April 2026
Location
2nd floor - Library
Abstract
Participating in mental health related services among older adults can be very impactful in reducing their social isolation and overall well-being. Engagement in these services can be inconsistent due to many barriers and limitations that this population experiences. This study identifies the barriers to participation among clients who are actively seeking services in the Senior Connections program at Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH), and those who are enrolled in the services but are not consistently seeking them. The purpose of this study is to identify factors what factors contribute to attendance, engagement, and overall involvement within the services offered at the program. The study also was used to find what participants do to manage their social isolation and depressive symptoms outside of the service that they are receiving at the agency.
A survey research design is used, with a structured questionnaire administered via telephone to those who were selected, participation is voluntary. Participants are selected through both targeted and random sampling. The survey focused on identifying barriers to participation, as well as clients’ needs and preferences regarding service engagement.
Findings from this study are intended to identify barriers to improve program development, enhance engagement, and support service delivery among the older adults seeking services at CCBH. Results will be shared.
Barriers to participation among clients who are currently enrolled in the Senior Connections program at Central Clinic Behavioral Health.
2nd floor - Library
Participating in mental health related services among older adults can be very impactful in reducing their social isolation and overall well-being. Engagement in these services can be inconsistent due to many barriers and limitations that this population experiences. This study identifies the barriers to participation among clients who are actively seeking services in the Senior Connections program at Central Clinic Behavioral Health (CCBH), and those who are enrolled in the services but are not consistently seeking them. The purpose of this study is to identify factors what factors contribute to attendance, engagement, and overall involvement within the services offered at the program. The study also was used to find what participants do to manage their social isolation and depressive symptoms outside of the service that they are receiving at the agency.
A survey research design is used, with a structured questionnaire administered via telephone to those who were selected, participation is voluntary. Participants are selected through both targeted and random sampling. The survey focused on identifying barriers to participation, as well as clients’ needs and preferences regarding service engagement.
Findings from this study are intended to identify barriers to improve program development, enhance engagement, and support service delivery among the older adults seeking services at CCBH. Results will be shared.
