Table 2 Objectives and methods

Work package 1

1. To assess the process of development and implementation of the GSH programme

• To examine the perceptions, roles, responsibilities, and experiences in developing and implementing each programme

• To understand the care model and workflow from the perspective of key partner organisations, for example, primary care providers, community and social service providers, for each programme

• To explore differences in contextual factors across the five sites that have influenced implementation experiences and outcomes

• To document observable key processes to support the achievement of desired outcomes

Qualitative: Semi-structured in-depth interview with key policy and programme decision-makers

Qualitative: Semi-structured focus group discussions with health and social care professionals

Qualitative: Participant observations

Quantitative: Longitudinal monitoring of process indicators

Work package 2

2. To determine the influence of the GSH programme in a pre-post study to assess the health, quality of life, and healthcare service experience

• To compare outcomes between baseline, 3- and 6-months for each programme

Quantitative: Pre-test post-test design using survey-based data collection

Work package 3

3. To determine the influence of the GSH programme on healthcare utilisation and cost compared to matched controls.

• To assess the use of healthcare services and costs between participants and non-participants for each programme

Quantitative: Retrospective cohort design with propensity score matched comparators