Program Evaluation for Farm and Ranch Stress and Suicide Prevention
Fellow: Amy Patillo, University of Missouri Roadmap
Fellow Report: First draft of publication is in progress after meeting with Catalysts and Key Informants the team restructured the paper. After the Farm and Ranch Stress project was selected as Missouri’s showcase Program in the NIFA Annual Report, the Program was selected as a focus project in MU Extension.
The team is creating an infographic and has updated the case statement for additional reporting for stakeholders to demonstrate outcomes and impacts.
Experience(s) working with your Catalysts and Key Informants: Our catalysts team: 1. Quick to help us navigate through the vast amount of data challenges we had because several programs are being delivered at the same time. It seems like a small step; however, it was the most important strategy to move the project ahead quickly. (Mental Health First Aid (Adult, Youth and Teen), Question, Persuade, Refer focusing on suicide prevention, Weather the Storm, Taking Care of You, and Tai Chi.) a. Focusing on a Missouri specific program because we controlled our own data allowed us to move forward quickly. 2. The Catalysts were able to spend time listening and understanding a very complex program that delivered several programs, worked with very large multi-state teams, and had several challenges around access to data and data management. a. We have benefited the most from their mentoring and encouragement. As we knocked out one challenge after the other the catalysts consistently provided suggestions, feedback and guidance that allowed us to quickly solve roadblocks and move the project forward. b. We had clear goals after each monthly meeting and we committed our time to doing more than we planned. c. The Catalysts team understood our challenges, were sympathetic to our needs and encouraged us every step of the way. d. It is rare, if ever at all that our education and program directors cheer for our accomplishments. As our Catalysts, Dawn and Jimmy cheer for us, applaud when we overcome problems, and encourage us to continue the great work. 3. The expertise, experience and knowledge the Catalysts share, allow us to engage with the
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