2020 Volume 11 Issue 1 Pages 1_35-1_43
Objective: The aim was to use a logic model to visualize and ascertain the current status of the activities of non-profit organizations(NPOs) implemented by nurses in the community.
Method: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with two nurses from two NPO groups. The various elements of the logic model were extracted and structured based on the interview transcripts and secondary data related to the nurses’ activities at the NPOs.
Results: In Group I, elements such as a staff member with diverse occupations and the distinctive systems relating to activities comprised four shared〈Resources〉. Group I also had six〈Activities〉 including “enabling service users to remain at home with support for all aspects of their lives,” the〈Outputs〉 of achievements and gains relating to the activities, four〈Outcomes〉 including “people with disabilities being responsible for themselves,” and two〈Impacts〉. Group II had six〈Activities〉 including “thorough medical management for service users,” the〈Outputs〉 of achievements and gains relating to the activities, three〈Outcomes〉 including “people with mental disabilities living independently,” and two〈Impacts〉.
Discussion: The activities have the characteristic of uniqueness with diverse values that held considerable significance for supporting individuals with mental disabilities in the community.